Welcome to Pass the Baton: Empowering Students in Music Education! Kathryn Finch and Theresa Hoover are two music educators passionate about helping... more
In episode 81, Kathryn and Theresa reflect on the power of professional collaboration for music educators. Drawing from their own... more
In episode 80, we dive into the transformative world of creative music education with Steve Giddings, an innovative music educator... more
In episode 79, we welcome Jessie Peterson, a dedicated middle school band director and a passionate advocate for fostering intrinsic... more
In Episode 78, Theresa and Kathryn welcome Taylor Morris and Sara Duce, co-founders of the Gilbert Town Fiddlers. Taylor and... more
In episode 77, Theresa and Kathryn sit down with Grammy Music Educator of the Year, Stephen Cox, as he dives... more
In episode 76, Theresa and Kathryn welcome Gillian Desmarais Keller, an award-winning music educator specializing in K-12 music technology. Gillian... more
In episode 75, Theresa and Kathryn are joined by Emily Meyerson, a seasoned music educator, to discuss her unique approach... more
In Episode 74, Kathryn and Theresa talk to Berry McWhorter about how his deep dive into Japanese music education transformed... more
In episode 73, Kathryn and Theresa engage in a compelling conversation with Ally McGowan, a dedicated middle school orchestra teacher... more
In this episode of the Pass the Baton podcast, hosts Kathryn Finch and Theresa Hoover kick off the fourth season... more
In Episode 71, Kathryn and Theresa celebrate the conclusion of Season 3, reflecting on the 20 episodes produced and the... more
In Episode 70, Kathryn and Theresa talk to Dr. Sarah Gulish, a former high school music teacher turned digital publisher.... more
Episode 69 of the podcast, Theresa and Kathryn address common concerns from music teachers about transitioning to more student-empowered classrooms.... more
In Episode 68 of the podcast, guest Yeshima shares their extensive background and current projects in music education, highlighting their... more
In Episode 67, the conversation centers on transformative approaches to student assessments. Angela Harman shares her journey from traditional to... more
In Episode 66, Kathryn and Theresa continue their discussion with Alex Adams about the transformative role of songwriting in music... more
In Episode 65, Kathryn and Theresa dive into the first part of an enlightening interview with Alex Adams, a seasoned... more
In Episode 64, Kathryn and Theresa delve into the common pitfalls educators face in music education, emphasizing the importance of... more
In episode 63, Kathryn and Theresa talk to Angela Ammerman, a music educator in Northern Virginia. Angela discusses innovative recruitment... more
In Episode 62, Kathryn and Theresa talk to Kathleen Jacoby, a high school band director in Fairfax, Virginia. Kathleen’s teaching... more
In Episode 62, Kathryn and Theresa talk to Kathleen Jacoby, a high school band director in Fairfax, Virginia. Kathleen’s teaching philosophy revolves... more