Rimsky-Korsakov, a Romantic Russian composer and inspirational orchestrator, said that ‘to orchestrate is to create; it cannot be taught’. Let’s hope he was wrong, at least on that last point.
Here, we consider the many decisions that go into planning a tour, and guide you through the preparations and the trip itself. The aim is to anticipate potential problems and head them off before they...
With the glorious rise of school-based musicals, you may have noticed an uptake in students humming down the corridors or joining the school choir. Hattie Fisk investigates why this new wave of...
As music teachers, we strive to provide our pupils with a range of experiences and opportunities – but what happens when we stop doing this for ourselves? Liv Edwards, senior leader at Kent Music,...
Violinist and author Jane Griffiths introduces the tunes, techniques and aural tradition.
What can western educators learn from the musical traditions of Rajasthan? Nina-Marie Plapp shares how her experiences in northern India and work with the musician Shakoor Khan have informed and...
Dr. Simon Procter, director of music services at music therapy charity Nordoff and Robbins, discusses his journey to becoming a music therapist and the benefits from both a personal and professional...
‘The crisis in our schools is deep, multi-faceted and worsening,’ according to a joint statement
Would you feel comfortable teaching K-pop, drill or grime? Dr Liz Stafford explores the importance of musical diversity in the classroom and asserts that giving students a sense of ownership of their...
