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Hosted by Alan Feirer and Dr. Steve Shanley, Music Ed Insights explores the real-world challenges and opportunities facing today’s music educators. Through conversations with nationally recognized guests and practical “Quick Pro Tip” episodes, Alan and Steve share ideas, strategies, and encouragement for K–12 music teachers and directors. Together they bring decades of experience in high school, middle school, collegiate, and leadership education to help music educators lead stronger programs and build more meaningful connections with students.
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Alan Feirer is a leadership trainer, author, consultant, and former band director who works extensively with student leaders and school programs through Group Dynamic Youth, leading youth leadership workshops and educational travel experiences. Dr. Steve Shanley is Professor of Music at Coe College and an active conductor, clinician, author, composer, and former middle and high school music educator. Learn more at SteveShanley.com. Together, they bring decades of experience supporting music educators, student leaders, and school music programs.
More information about Music Ed Insights and each guest can be found at MusicEdInsights.com.
More information about Music Ed Insights and each guest can be found at MusicEdInsights.com.
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“Back in January I spent about a good two hours going back and listening to the podcasts. I have really enjoyed them all a lot. So many episodes make me wish I had this podcast back when I was first teaching; it would have saved me some headaches early on.”
- Josh Hahn, Band Director, Prairie High School
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