Session Proposals
| Presenter Information | |
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| Presenter Name | Dr. Michael Francis Smith |
| Presenter's Position | Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School |
| Presenter's Short Biography | Dr. Michael Francis Smith is a music educator, author, composer, and nationally recognized speaker whose work centers on reclaiming participation in music through singing, playing, and creating. He is the creator of It’s Time to Play and presents nationally on sound-first, student-centered approaches to music learning. Learn more at mfsmithmusic.com. |
| Presenter's Address | 41 Rolling Hitch Road Centerville, Massachusetts 02632 Map It |
| Presenter's Phone | (774) 487-4832 |
| Presenter's Email | Email hidden; Javascript is required. |
| Will there be additional presenters for your session? | No |
| Session Information | |
| Session Title | Belonging in the Band, Orchestra, and Chorus |
| Session Description | School bands, orchestras, and choirs thrive when every student feels invited to participate, contribute, and belong. This interactive session explores practical strategies for expanding participation and creating pathways for more students to engage in meaningful music-making. Participants will experience approaches that help students sing, play, create, and connect more deeply with music and one another. Together, we will examine how intentional choices in culture, access, process, and repertoire can build more inclusive ensembles and support joyful, successful music-making from elementary school through graduation. |
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| Is this a demonstration session? | No |
| Sponsorship | |
| Will your session be sponsored? | No |