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This episode of The Heart of Teaching Music features Amanda Karhuse, Assistant Executive Director for Advocacy and Public Policy at the National Association for Music Education (NAfME). Amanda, Julia, and Scott talk all things music education advocacy and policy–from the federal government all the way down to the school and district level.
Without people, there is no music. Join hosts Julia Baumanis and Scott Edgar as they explore the heart of teaching music. Each week, they sit down with inspiring leaders in music and music education to share stories of identity, belonging, and making a difference through music.
Together, they uncover how music education nurtures growth—not just musically, but socially and emotionally. With engaging conversations, diverse voices, and opportunities for listeners to ask questions, this podcast invites music educators to embrace life-skill development and discover the power of Music for ALL.
This episode is sponsored by GIA Publications. Learn more about GIA’s other music education offerings here: giamusic.com/hotm.
Resources discussed in this episode:
NAfME website: nafme.org
ArtScan from the Arts Ed Partnership (AEP): aep-arts.org/artscan
AEP Report on Early Career Mentorship Programs: aep-arts.org/the-state-of-early-career-mentorship-for-arts-educators
About Title II of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act: poweredbytitleii.com
Music IS Education (focuses on local and state advocacy): musiciseducation.org
Music Teacher Profession Initiative (MTPI) from NAfME: nafme.org/advocacy/music-teacher-profession-initiative
Music Teacher Satisfaction Survey from NFHS: nfhs.org/arts-advocacy/performing-arts-educator-satisfaction-survey/music-survey-dashboards
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