PPP 365: Mr. Michael’s Music Maker Manual, an interview with author, Michael Hemsworth

PPP 365: Mr. Michael’s Music Maker Manual, an interview with author, Michael Hemsworth

In this episode, Shelly Davis welcomes music educator and author Michael Hemsworth to discuss how parents can support their child’s musical journey with patience, curiosity, and creativity. Listen to the full episode here Episode Highlights As the founder of New Songs Music Schools, Michael brings decades of experience and a deep understanding of what it means to raise confident, artistic kids.Topics discussed include:Michael’s musical background and how he started teaching at 16The difference between "carpenter" and "gardener" parenting and teaching stylesHow to recognize and support different learning styles in musicThe role of parents in shaping their child’s musically creative environmentWhy…
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PPP219: The Creative Freedom of Constraint

PPP219: The Creative Freedom of Constraint

I recently read a book called, "Draw to Win". On page 142 of that book is this quote by Orson Welles, "The enemy of art is the absence of limitations." I don't know if I got anything else out of that book but this quote has stuck with me. So much so that I decided to devote an entire podcast episode to it. Listen to the full episode here Here are three thoughts I'd like to share with you about the creative freedom of constraint. Use no more than three colors One of the suggestions in the Draw to Win…
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