Parenting Musically Podcast

04/11/2024

In Episode 36, Lisa is joined by Pamela Maben, music specialist and preschool teacher at The Music Settlement. Pam shares her connection to The Music Settlement beginning at a young age and continuing through her adult life, ways in which she incorporates music into her teaching, and how parents can introduce their children to a variety of music in a way that prepares them to love it as they grow up. Dr. Deforia Lane, PhD and MT-BC music therapist also joins to discuss how she uses music to connect to her patients, the importance of musical role models, and how parents can overcome challenges that arise from behavioral or sensory issues when exposing their children to a variety of live music.

Episode 36 will be available 11/6 wherever you listen to podcasts: https://anchor.fm/parentingmusically
Parenting Musically is generously supported by Case Western Reserve University.

01/11/2024

As discussed in Episode 35: this photo, shared by Obie Shelton, includes several family members and family friends who recognized his musical interest and helped to nurture it. What are ways to nurture the musical interests of the children in your life?

Episode 35 is available now wherever you listen to podcasts: https://anchor.fm/parentingmusically
Parenting Musically is generously supported by Case Western Reserve University.

30/10/2024

Coming Wednesday, October 30:
Joining Lisa this week is Obed “Obie” Shelton, violinist, broadcast media professional, Board Member at The Music Settlement, and Executive Director of the Association of African American Cultural Gardens. Obie shares memories from his childhood and the impact of growing up in a musical household on his life as an adult. Dr. George Nicholson, Visiting Assistant Professor of Music and Music Education at Columbia University’s Teachers College, reflects on Obie’s musical versatility and connects Obie’s work to multi-style string pedagogy.

Episode 35 will be available 10/30 wherever you listen to podcasts: https://anchor.fm/parentingmusically
Parenting Musically is generously supported by Case Western Reserve University.

25/10/2024

What do you enjoy about live musical events?

Episode 34 is available now wherever you listen to podcasts: https://anchor.fm/parentingmusically
Parenting Musically is generously supported by Case Western Reserve University.

23/10/2024

Available now wherever you listen to podcasts: https://anchor.fm/parentingmusically

Lisa is joined by Maura Rogers, singer/songwriter and programming director at Cleveland Rocks, Past, Present, and Future. In addition to her connection to The Music Settlement, Maura tells us about the impact that music had on her life growing up, how she passes on that joy to her children, and the close connection she has with her band family. Maura also discusses the work of Cleveland Rocks, Past, Present, and Future to foster a supportive environment for local music makers and the many ways that Cleveland residents can support music in their own community. Dr. Cathy Benedict, Lecturer for Curriculum and Teaching at the Teachers College, Columbia University, connects Maura’s work to her research in music education philosophy, and poses philosophical questions for preservice music teachers: Music is everywhere - what does that mean? What constitutes music? What does it mean that it's everywhere? Who gets to or does not get to play it everywhere? Who is rewarded for playing it? Cathy also emphasizes the importance of manifesting joy through music-making.

Parenting Musically is generously supported by Case Western Reserve University.

23/10/2024

Lisa is joined by Maura Rogers, singer/songwriter and director at Cleveland Rocks, Past, Present, and Future. In addition to her connection to The Music Settlement, Maura tells us about the impact that music had on her life growing up, how she passes on that joy to her children, and the close connection she has with her band family. Maura also discusses the work of Cleveland Rocks, Past, Present, and Future to foster a supportive environment for local music makers and the many ways that Cleveland residents can support music in their own community. Dr. Cathy Benedict, Lecturer for Curriculum and Teaching at the Teachers College, Columbia University, connects Maura’s work to her research in music education philosophy, and poses philosophical questions for preservice music teachers: Music is everywhere - what does that mean? What constitutes music? What does it mean that it's everywhere? Who gets to or does not get to play it everywhere? Who's rewarded for playing it? Cathy also emphasizes the importance of manifesting joy through music-making.

Available now wherever you listen to podcasts: https://anchor.fm/parentingmusically
Parenting Musically is generously supported by Case Western Reserve University.

21/10/2024

Lisa is joined by Maura Rogers, singer/songwriter and director at Cleveland Rocks, Past, Present, and Future. In addition to her connection to The Music Settlement, Maura tells us about the impact that music had on her life growing up, how she passes on that joy to her children, and the close connection she has with her band family. Maura also discusses the work of Cleveland Rocks, Past, Present, and Future to foster a supportive environment for local music makers and the many ways that Cleveland residents can support music in their own community. Dr. Cathy Benedict, Lecturer for Curriculum and Teaching at the Teachers College, Columbia University, connects Maura’s work to her research in music education philosophy, and poses philosophical questions for preservice music teachers: Music is everywhere - what does that mean? What constitutes music? What does it mean that it's everywhere? Who gets to or does not get to play it everywhere? Who's rewarded for playing it? Cathy also emphasizes the importance of manifesting joy through music-making.

Episode 34 will be available 10/23 wherever you listen to podcasts: https://anchor.fm/parentingmusically
Parenting Musically is generously supported by Case Western Reserve University.

18/10/2024

What childhood memories do you have that feature musical connection?

Episode 33 is available now wherever you listen to podcasts: https://anchor.fm/parentingmusically
Parenting Musically is generously supported by Case Western Reserve University.
Brent Kirby

16/10/2024

Episode 33: Brent Kirby & Julie Derges

In Episode 33, Lisa is joined by award winning singer/songwriter Brent Kirby. Brent discusses his connection to The Music Settlement, his 10x3 songwriter showcase weekly series at the Bop Stop, and his passion for mentoring and helping local musicians find work. He also reflects on growing up in a musical household and how he gives the same gift to his own children. Dr. Julie Derges, Associate Professor of Music Education at the University of Houston, connects Brent’s work and experiences to her research on the continuum between formal and informal music learning spaces and what music teacher educators can take away from Brent’s model incorporating music into family and daily life. Listen for Brent’s song “Our Town” in the middle of this podcast episode!

Available now wherever you listen to podcasts: https://anchor.fm/parentingmusically
Parenting Musically is generously supported by Case Western Reserve University.

14/10/2024

In Episode 33, Lisa is joined by award winning singer/songwriter Brent Kirby. Brent discusses his connection to The Music Settlement, his 10x3 songwriter showcase weekly series at the Bop Stop, and his passion for mentoring and helping local musicians find work. He also reflects on growing up in a musical household and how he gives the same gift to his own children. Julie Derges, Associate Professor of Music Education at the University of Houston, connects Brent’s work and experiences to her research on the continuum between formal and informal music learning spaces and what music teacher educators can take away from Brent’s model incorporating music into family and daily life.

Episode 33 will be available 10/16 wherever you listen to podcasts: https://anchor.fm/parentingmusically
Parenting Musically is generously supported by Case Western Reserve University.

11/10/2024

Where do you connect with your community through music?

Episode 32is available now wherever you listen to podcasts: https://anchor.fm/parentingmusically

Parenting Musically is generously supported by Case Western Reserve University.

09/10/2024

Lisa is joined by four members of The Music Settlement to discuss the role of families within community music school settings, as well as broader ideas of family musicking in communities. Guests are Jeff Brown, Chair of the Center for Music; Andrea Wead, Chair of the Center for Music Therapy; Sydney Miller, Director of Marketing; and Karen Heitlinger, Chair of the Center for Early Childhood at The Music Settlement.

Available now wherever you listen to podcasts: https://anchor.fm/parentingmusically
Parenting Musically is generously supported by Case Western Reserve University.


Thanks to Episode 32 recording engineer: Darren M. Thompson, Assistant Director, BOP STOP at The Music Settlement.

Thanks to our editing audio engineer: Davey Berris, Lead Digital Video Specialist, Media Vision, University Technology, Case Western Reserve University.

08/10/2024

Looking forward to sharing ideas about parenting musically & infants Weds 10/9! Registration link in image.

07/10/2024

Coming Wednesday, October 9: Lisa is joined by four members of The Music Settlement to discuss the role of families within community music school settings, as well as broader ideas of family musicking in communities. Guests are Jeff Brown, Chair of the Center for Music; Andrea Wead, Chair of the Center for Music Therapy; Sydney Miller, Director of Marketing; and Karen Heitlinger, Chair of the Center for Early Childhood at The Music Settlement.

Episode 32 will be available 10/9 wherever you listen to podcasts: https://anchor.fm/parentingmusically
Parenting Musically is generously supported by Case Western Reserve University.
The Music Settlement

02/10/2024

Announcing Season Five of Parenting Musically! We’re excited to collaborate with The Music Settlement, a community music school located in Cleveland, Ohio. Season 5 features interviews with musicians who are linked to The Music Settlement either as alumni of The Music Settlement programs or as parents of children in the programs. Listen to the trailer to find out what is ahead for this season.

Parenting Musically is supported by Case Western Reserve University. The podcast is hosted by Dr. Lisa Huisman Koops, professor of music education at Case Western Reserve University.

30/09/2024

Join us this Sunday, Oct 6 at Loganberry Books for Lisa's book launch!

27/09/2024

How do you respond to your child's musicking?

Episode 31 is available now wherever you listen to podcasts: https://anchor.fm/parentingmusically
Parenting Musically is generously supported by Case Western Reserve University.

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On the importance of responding to children's musicking: "I like to play music with my son where I play in his rhythm with whatever he feels, because I feel that I'm attuning to where he's at, and he really responds to that." -Hattie Webb

25/09/2024

Join us for a Bonus Episode with singer, songwriter and harpist Hattie Webb! In this conversation, Hattie and Lisa dialogue about playing the harp, their own musical expression as adults, how to foster musical creativity with children, and the importance of being responsive to our children from their earliest days as infants up through young adulthood. We also celebrate Hattie’s brand new album, Wild Medicine.

Available now wherever you listen to podcasts: https://anchor.fm/parentingmusically
Parenting Musically is generously supported by Case Western Reserve University.

24/09/2024

Email Lisa ([email protected]) for registration information for any of the events!

23/09/2024

Join us for a Bonus Episode with singer, songwriter and harpist Hattie Webb! In this conversation, Hattie and Lisa dialogue about playing the harp, their own musical expression as adults, how to foster musical creativity with children, and the importance of being responsive to our children from their earliest days as infants up through young adulthood. We also celebrate Hattie’s brand new album, Wild Medicine.

20/09/2024

Join Lisa and the The Literacy Cooperative for a Parenting Musically online workshop Wednesday, September 25!

25/06/2024

Lisa's work on Parenting Musically featured on Oxford University Press's "Academic Insights for the Thinking World" blog!

https://blog.oup.com/2024/06/summertime-musicking/

Many families imagine summer as a time of endless fun and warmth. But summer is full of parenting challenges, including disrupted schedules and kids having more free time while parents have less. Such parenting challenges make this a great moment to consider how to weave music into activities and ro...

21/06/2024

Thanks to The Daily for inviting me to comment for World Music Day!

From ancient ritual practices to modern-day digital streaming, music has served as an expressive outlet for individuals while fostering a sense of community and belonging among different cultures for centuries.  Each year on June 21, World Music Day (also known as Fête de la Musique) highlights th...