Enhance Life with Music
198 episodes - English - Latest episode: 27 days ago - ★★★★★ - 27 ratingsExplore the holistic power of music through the lens of science, health, sports, education, entertainment, business, service, and history. Whether you consider yourself a musician or not, music is all around us. Unleash the power of music in your life!
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Ep. 96: Restoring function and quality of life for those with Multiple Sclerosis; with Betsy Hartman, MT-BC
May 25, 2021 04:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBMusic is a bridge between the mind and body, and has unique abilities to bring holistic healing to the body, mind, and soul of those living with MS. Betsy Hartman, MT-BC, outlines how and why music therapy is successfully utilized as part of an interdisciplinary approach to address therapeutic goals, improve quality of life, and train the mind to help heal itself. Discover resources and support for this non-pharmacological healing therapy that can be accessed by those with MS AND their loved...
Ep. 95: How is music used in Bible translation? With SIL and Wycliffe Bible Translators’ Trevor Schuh
May 18, 2021 04:00 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBSIL is a global, faith-based nonprofit that works with local communities around the world to develop language solutions that expand possibilities for a better life. Art is a form of communication, and SIL & Wycliffe Bible Translators recognize the value of communicating in the ways most familiar to individual communities. They want people to comprehend the Bible and worship in the language that is most natural to them, that speaks most to them. Whether they're an artist or not, there is a mu...
Ep. 94: The new portal to Nashville songwriters, with Michael Blanton; Bonus: Coolest. Bachelorette Party. Ever.
May 11, 2021 04:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBNashville is known for its incredible musical and songwriting talent. But few people have had direct access to working with that talent... until now. Songwriting University now provides a digital portal for anyone worldwide to learn from and work with top songwriters in the industry. Whether you want to create an original song for your wedding, are exploring a career in music, or are looking for a coach/mentor, Songwriting U connects you with the best in the business. Links and notes relat...
Ep. 93: What happens when you combine space exploration & music? Bonus: The first space-earth duet! with Laurie Orth
May 04, 2021 04:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MBMusician and space enthusiast Laurie Orth discovered the answer to this question serendipitously! Following her own passions and her students' interests led Laurie to combine two STEAM disciplines, space exploration and music. The result produced learning greater than the sum of its parts, and blasted doors wide open to a new universe of connections and opportunities. Laurie shares some of her favorite resources, and discusses all things music-and-space – including what musical instruments a...
Ep. 92: April is Autism Acceptance Month. One expert’s story and practical resources for music teachers of those with autism; with author Dr. Alice Hammel
April 27, 2021 04:00 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MBDr. Alice Hammel, co-author of Teaching Music to Students with Autism, shares the story of her journey to a vocation in music education for students with learning differences. We discuss the content of the books she's authored, what music has to offer those with autism, and practical tips for parents and educators (both in classroom and private lesson settings). Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode92 Connect with us: Facebook...
Ep. 91: What music do the sounds of ice and glaciers make? With Charles Van Kirk
April 20, 2021 04:00 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MBA sonic exploration of the Vatnajökull Glacier in Iceland resulted in a collection of glacial found sounds. These captured sounds were then used to create a musical tribute to glaciers, and have also been made available to others to use. Sonic explorer, composer, and audio engineer Charles Van Kirk says, "There is a huge sense of urgency to make some kind of artistic tribute to these glaciers, now before they totally recede away." Links and notes related to this episode can be found at htt...
Ep. 90: Glee, Ryan Murphy, and innovation in music education; with Beth Slusher
April 13, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBConcerns over national budget cuts for the arts in public schools led to Give a Note’s formation by Ryan Murphy, Glee, and 20th Century Fox. Give a Note (GAN) recognizes and boosts music educators utilizing especially innovative strategies to engage students and benefit their communities outside traditional music curriculum. GAN’s initiatives advance programs that attract students not typically enrolled in music classes; make music education applicable to real world settings; and are sustain...
Ep. 89: Predicting musical hits with the mathematics of music, with Music Xray’s Mike McCready
April 06, 2021 04:00 - 29 minutes - 27 MBAnalysis of a song's mathematical structure has led to technology called Hit Song Science (HSS). This science makes it possible to predict a new song's hit potential – AND has revolutionized the opportunities available to musicians. We discuss music's structural components, and how songs' mathematical relationships can predict commercial potential, level the playing field for musicians, connect musicians and fans, and match music industry professionals with the musicians they need. Links a...
Ep. 88: It Hurts So Good: When and why is sad music enjoyed? With Kimberly Sena Moore, PhD, MT-BC
March 30, 2021 04:00 - 29 minutes - 27.6 MBThe phrase, "It hurts so good" perfectly describes that experience of music perpetuating our negative emotions while somehow making us feel better at the same time. We untangle some of the different factors and threads that are at play in this paradox. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode88 Connect with us: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EnhanceLifeMusic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/enhancelifemusic/ LinkedIn...
Ep. 87: Make it Stick: The Science of Successful Learning, with author Peter Brown
March 23, 2021 04:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBWhile there are many different learning styles and preferences, scientific research does point to certain common denominators in successful learning, meaning learning that not only acquires knowledge, but also retains that knowledge and applies it to future problems and scenarios. The book Make it Stick: The Science of Successful Learning is written by cognitive scientists to clarify what those common denominators of successful learning are so that we can make our own learning and teaching "...
Ep. 86: The latest research on music interventions in dementia, and two ways to get personally involved; with NIA’s Dr. Coryse St. Hillaire-Clarke
March 16, 2021 04:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBThe award-winning movie Alive Inside (2014) inspired a five-year research project that is documenting the effects of a personalized music intervention for those with dementia. Dr. Coryse St. Hillaire-Clarke of The National Institute on Aging (NIA) explains the project, which is funded by an NIA grant. We discuss other studies and developments in music interventions for dementia, including two exciting opportunities to be personally involved in policies and research on the topic. The NIA is t...
Ep. 85: Smule – Connecting the World Through Music, with CEO Jeff Smith
March 09, 2021 05:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBYou can make music with others anytime, anyplace, and with anyone (including Ed Sheeran and Disney's Maui the demigod!) thanks to an app that has a really unique way of bringing the world together thru the medium of music. Smule encourages people to create, not just consume, music -- and to create music together. Smule co-founder and CEO Jeff Smith explains how music is the original social network. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/e...
Ep. 84: Music’s redemptive & restorative power in prison environments, with Arts Capacity founder Holly Mulcahy
March 02, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MBI can't think of a better purpose for harnessing the healing power of music than to re-humanize and reconcile people living in stressful and de-humanizing conditions. That is exactly what Arts Capacity is doing by bringing music's healing and hope to prisoners. Music is used to allow people to access their own emotions and develop tools to be successful in their future as free citizens. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode84 C...
Ep. 83: Connecting the dots between SEL and music, with Scott Edgar, PhD
February 23, 2021 05:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBThe development of social emotional learning (SEL) skills is embedded and inherent in musical training. And yet there are many ways we as educators and parents can streamline this process through being intentional in how we integrate SEL and music. A global pandemic has made this integration exponentially vital, and has increased our awareness of social and emotional needs – and how they can affect other areas of our lives, whether we’re talking about mental health, immune function, or acade...
Ep. 82: What is the relationship between musicianship, mental disorders, and genius? What is the difference between prodigy and genius? With Dr. Craig Wright
February 16, 2021 05:00 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBAs humans, we tend to be fascinated with certain groups of human outliers, like Olympians, the extremely wealthy, and, definitely, geniuses. Genius cannot be predicted by standardized tests, IQ, or prodigy. But there are some common denominators, or “enablers,” of genius. We talk about what they are, and what we can learn from them and adapt to our own lives, habits, and behaviors. Bonus: Tips for those who live or work with a genius! Links and notes related to this episode can be found at...
Ep. 81: MIM – A place that showcases music’s unique ability to both preserve diverse cultures AND bring those cultures together; with Katherine Palmer, DMA
February 09, 2021 05:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MBMusic has the unique ability to both preserve diverse cultures AND bring those diverse cultures together. I find that musicians have a highly developed understanding that our shared goal is not uniformity, but unity; and that there is strength in our diversity. The Musical Instrument Museum (MIM) in Phoenix is a place that showcases this aspect of music in a powerful way. This jewel is ten years old –established but also fairly young, and not nearly enough people know about it. And, silver l...
Ep. 80: How do Rihanna and other artists get paid for their concerts or recorded performances? With Songtrust’s Anna Bond
February 02, 2021 05:00 - 32 minutes - 30.5 MBPerforming artists are often the ones with the big name and face recognition, like Rihanna; but if someone else wrote the songs they’re singing, they’re not earning publishing royalties from their own performances. So how do these artists get paid for their performances? We discuss performing artists’ various revenue streams, and how they are evolving in a pandemic. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode80 Facebook Page: htt...
Ep. 79: Holistic health, wellness, and musicianship; with Austin Pancner
January 26, 2021 05:00 - 33 minutes - 31.3 MBOur everyday movements and habits affect both our overall wellness AND our musicianship. Athletic and musical performers have much in common, including a susceptibility to repetitive use injuries, and physical performances that are highly affected by what’s going on between our ears – our mental and emotional states. Founder and CEO of The Functional Musician, Austin Pancner is passionate about empowering musicians to overcome and prevent tension, pain, and injury; and achieve optimal well...
Ep.78: How and when are songs selected for TV & film scenes? with Jody Friedman
January 19, 2021 05:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBMusic clearly impacts us is through its role in TV and movies. The absence of music in trailers or the shows themselves would fundamentally change our viewing experience. But who matches the appropriate song to a scene in a TV show or film for full effect? Music supervisor Jody Friedman explains the music selection process, tips for those interested in the biz, and how the song he composed ended up in The Handmaid’s Tale trailer. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at ht...
Ep. 77: Music interventions in speech development & disorders, with Laura Moorer, M.A., CCC-SLP
January 12, 2021 05:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBSpeech disorders affect 11% of children ages 3-6, and over 9% of children ages 7-10. That’s a lot of kids! The majority of these speech disorders in young children have no known cause, and affect boys at significantly higher rates than girls. Laura Moorer, M.A., CCC-SLP, explains why and how music plays an important role in speech disorder treatment. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode77 Facebook Page Instagram Linked...
Ep. 76: What are the benefits of being an adult (even “old”!) beginner? With New York Times bestselling author Tom Vanderbilt
January 05, 2021 05:00 - 33 minutes - 31.3 MBWe are never too old to take advantage of the cognitive and emotional benefits of learning a new skill. Treating learning as a lifetime sport can roll back the odometer of our brains, expand our horizons, and renew our sense of self and identity. New York Times best-selling author Tom Vanderbilt explains the magic of learning a new skill in his brand new book, Beginners: The Joy and Transformative Power of Lifelong Learning. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://m...
Ep. 75: How Pfizer, Sony, and Unilever use music to develop their executives’ business & leadership skills; with Maestro Roger Nierenberg
December 29, 2020 05:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBExecutives develop organizational and leadership skills through unscripted, interactive and unconventional orchestral performances. This innovative program has been utilized in over 20 countries and at hundreds of corporations and organizations, including Lockheed Martin, Harvard Business School, Pfizer, Unilever, Sony, and Google. As of 2020, the experience is also available virtually. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode75 ...
Ep. 74: Why do birds (and insects and whales) sing? With David Rothenberg, PhD
December 22, 2020 05:00 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MBMusicality is all around us in nature! An understanding of the musicality of animals brings vibrance to the world around us in unexpected ways. Dr. David Rothenberg is a musician and naturalist, and has played his clarinet along with birds, whales, and singing insects. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode74 Facebook Page Instagram LinkedIn Twitter
Ep. 73: Philip Brunelle, Godfather of the Scandinavian Lutheran choral mafia
December 15, 2020 05:00 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MBPhilip Brunelle has notoriety around the world for his musical knowledge and expertise. He discusses the motto and drink that fuel his success; other factors contributing to his personal and professional longevity; and what makes the Twin Cities a unicorn in the choral music world. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode73 Facebook Page Instagram LinkedIn Twitter
Ep. 72: “The orchestra that doesn’t behave:” The story of one community music group, with Marlene Pauley
December 08, 2020 05:00 - 28 minutes - 26.7 MBWhat’s the big deal about community music orchestras, bands, and choirs? Under Marlene Pauley’s direction, The Wayzata Symphony Orchestra’s budget has quadrupled and audience attendance has increased 300%. Marlene explains the demand for community music groups, and what they mean to their members, audience, and communities. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode72 Facebook Page Instagram LinkedIn Twitter
Ep. 71: Give the gift of music: Research-based ways to GIFT music (the gift that keeps on giving)
December 01, 2020 05:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBGiving gifts has been a part of cultures and celebrations throughout history, and, fortunately for us, a lot of research has been done on what makes a meaningful gift – meaningful for both the recipient AND the giver. We take a look at research-backed factors that contribute to meaningful gifts, and specific ways to gift music to others, because music is THE gift that keeps on giving! Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode71 ...
Ep. 70: What you don’t know about 1 in 6 people you encounter, and why it matters; with David Knott
November 24, 2020 05:00 - 30 minutes - 28.5 MBThe CDC-Kaiser Permanente Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) Study investigated the correlation between childhood trauma and life-long development, health, and well-being. The astounding results have led to trauma informed approaches to education and medicine, among other areas. David Knott explains why an ACE understanding can elevate our music instruction, and how music education be used as a conduit to help young people who have experienced trauma. Links and notes related to this episo...
Ep. 69: Tinder for musical instruments – matchmaking AND community building
November 17, 2020 05:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBAt Enhance Life with Music, we believe that music and music-making has value for all of us humans, regardless of age, or where we live in the world, or whether we will eventually be a professional musician or not. We also are aware of the fact that not everyone can afford a musical instrument AND arts education funding is not particularly stable and many schools are operating with very little, if any, music education funding. Enter Instruments in the Cloud, an online giving platform that con...
Ep. 68: Advocating for justice with music, and cultivating creativity for the common good; with Sara Groves
November 10, 2020 05:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBSinger/songwriter Sara Groves describes how her Christian faith informs her advocacy for justice, community-building, and cultivation of creativity for the common good. Through nurturing a creative community of people who learn, grow, and create together, Sara believes good things result for us all – including our world’s most vulnerable – and point people toward the same things that Jesus is interested in. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/...
Ep. 67: “Why You Like It: The Science and Culture of Musical Taste,” with author Nolan Gasser, PhD
November 03, 2020 05:00 - 31 minutes - 29.4 MBDr. Nolan Gasser was the chief architect of Pandora’s Music Genome Project, and is author of the 2019 book, Why You Like It: The Science and Culture of Musical Taste. Dr. Gasser discusses his role in the Music Genome Project and the ethical component of its design. He then explains some of the most important factors that influence our individual musical tastes. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode67 Facebook Page Instagr...
Ep. 66: Olympic trainer Daniel Stewart on enhancing motivation and performance with music
October 27, 2020 04:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBAthletic anthems can be used to enhance motivation and performance in athletics, on the job, and in life. Author and trainer-to-Olympians Daniel Stewart discusses selecting the perfect song for your situation, the role of song lyrics, and converting your anthem to a mojo mantra. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode66 Facebook Page Instagram LinkedIn Twitter
Ep. 65: Musical Playgrounds–the neuroscience of nature & music combined with PLAY! With Melissa Hughes, Ph.D.
October 20, 2020 04:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBWe are hard-wired to learn through play, and to learn better in nature. Musical playgrounds utilize outdoor musical instruments and the science behind them to combine learning, nature, and play to promote community health and engagement. With no wrong notes, musical training is optional; and the resulting music is always as delightful as the sound of a windchime! Bonus: Stay tuned for until the Coda for a powerful dentophobia hack! Links and notes related to this episode can be found at...
Ep. 64: Does Practice Make Perfect? With Ed Varner, Ed.D.
October 13, 2020 04:00 - 33 minutes - 31.3 MBThere is a pretty universal saying that “Practice Makes… [and we all fill in the blank] Perfect.” Ed Varner, Ed.D., argues that improvement, not perfection, should be the goal in the creation of art, in education, in work, and in everything that we do. He explains what he calls “The Practice” and how this approach is the application of his belief that music has value for EVERYone. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode64 Fac...
Ep. 63: Confessions of a piano tuner, with Billy Sadler
October 06, 2020 04:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBPiano tuners interact with a broad swath of people, including performing celebrities, stage crew, academics, and everyday families with kids taking lessons. They interact with people on stage, backstage, in their workplaces, and in their homes. Billy Sadler has been an Independent Piano Tuner & Technician since 1971. He shares some of his experiences with celebrities including Prince, Leon Fleisher, Harry Connick Jr., and Chris Thile. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at...
Ep. 62: How do restrictions and limitations INCREASE our creativity? With Dr. Patricia Stokes
September 29, 2020 04:00 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MBOne thing that we have all experienced, like never before, in this global pandemic and the quarantines that come with it, have been restrictions, limitations, and constraints – personally, professionally, and academically. This has led a lot of us to look back longingly at the status quo, and comment that we just want things to go back to normal, back to the way they always were. But what if these restrictions and limitations could actually increase our creativity and innovation? Dr. Stokes,...
Ep. 61: The moral, artistic, and economic power of color in classical music, with Afa Dworkin
September 22, 2020 04:00 - 31 minutes - 29.4 MBIntentional gate-keeping has taken place throughout history to keep classical music white. Afa Dworkin discusses the implications of the genre’s color spectrum from a moral, artistic, and economic perspective. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode61 Facebook Page Instagram LinkedIn Twitter
Ep. 60: How does music training affect children’s Social-Emotional Learning, and how is SEL affected by a pandemic? With Dr. Assal Habibi
September 15, 2020 04:00 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBMany life accomplishments depend less on academic learning than on social-emotional skills such as perseverance, impulse control, empathy, and a willingness to cooperate. Dr. Assal Habibi explains the effects of childhood music training on social development, and how social-emotional skills transfer to other, more consequential areas of life as children get older. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode60 Facebook Page Inst...
Ep 59: How does MUSIC learning impact OTHER learning? With Dr. Anita Collins
September 08, 2020 04:00 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBDr. Anita Collins’ new book,“The Music Advantage: How learning music helps your child’s brain and wellbeing,” was released September 1, 2020. Learn what research shows about the cognitive nutrient of sound, and about music learning’s foundational relationship to other learning, including reading. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode59 Facebook Page Instagram LinkedIn Twitter
Ep. 58: What does Sesame Street music have to do with guide dogs? September is National Guide Dog Month; with Rena Strober
September 01, 2020 04:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBRena Strober is a Broadway, film, and television actor (Disney’s Liv & Maddie, VEEP, and Shameless ) is also an advocate for the blind. Her brand new album, “Imagine That! The Sesame Street Music of Joe Raposo & Jeff Moss,” features an all-blind children’s choir, as well as many famous guest artists. Rena tells us what makes this album so incredibly special. “What the world needs now, more than ever, is the music of Sesame Street. We need to be reminded that being kind is simple and being ‘d...
Ep. 57: What the music you like says about your personality; with David Greenberg, PhD
August 25, 2020 04:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBOur musical tastes provide remarkable insight into our personality traits. Dr. David Greenberg has combined science, music, and psychology to develop Musical Universe, “a 23andMe for music,” whose data has been used by top research institutions. Take Musical Universe’s free 15-minute test to discover what the music you listen to reflects about your “Big Five” personality traits. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode57 Faceb...
Ep. 56: How do artists and songwriters get paid when I stream their song or hear it played in a store? With Songtrust’s Anna Bond
August 18, 2020 04:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBRoyalties refer to the income artists earn when people or businesses use their music, including streams, radio play, album sales, musical toys(!), and more. We discuss the two most common royalties, performance and mechanical, and how these are distributed to artists, song writers, band members, and other rights holders. Bonus: Learn who gets unclaimed royalties! Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode56 Facebook Page Insta...
Ep. 55: “If you are not at the table, you are on the menu.” Music education in the new “classroom,” with David Jewell
August 11, 2020 04:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBWhat is K-12 music education going to look like moving forward with a new, non-traditional “classroom?” Guest David Jewell says, “It is important to keep music at the forefront in the ‘new normal.’ …If you are not at the table, you are on the menu. One person can make a big difference. Take that step and be at the table.” We discuss the “why” and “how” of keeping music at the forefront in whatever form the “classroom” takes moving forward. Links and notes related to this episode can be fou...
Ep. 54: What happens when an entrepreneur combines music, health, and technology? With Point Motion Founder & CEO Kevin Clark
August 04, 2020 04:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBWhat if… there was a medical and educational assessment tool that could be used in person OR remotely; had the effect of lowering costs and reducing administrative burdens; was applicable across cultures, age groups, and physical & mental abilities; AND improved medical & educational outcomes? Point Motion has combined music, health, and technology to create this tool. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode54 Facebook Page ...
Ep. 53: One teen’s story of how she ended up on Spotify, with Grace Lundeen
July 28, 2020 06:52 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBWhen presented with some extra time as a result of the pandemic quarantine this spring, this teen completed her first album of original music and published it on Spotify! Grace Lundeen tells us about the genesis of her song-writing; her story of composing and recording an album; and her experience putting these songs out into the world. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode53 Facebook Page Instagram LinkedIn Twitter
Ep. 52: In honor of the “2020” Olympics: The MUSICAL Olympic event, with champion equestrian Betsy Van Dyke
July 21, 2020 07:04 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBIn the spirit of the 2020-Tokyo-Summer-Olympics-that-would-have-been, we are highlighting a MUSICAL Olympic event that some listeners may not even be aware of, and that is the equestrian dressage musical freestyle. This event is really the grand finale of all the dressage events – only the top finalists in other Olympic Dressage events advance to the musical freestyle, which is the event that determines the top medals. And it is the only Olympic event in which men and women compete together ...
Ep. 51: Conscious music: How do lyrics shape my mental narrative? with Jamie Goldstein, PsyD
July 14, 2020 04:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBSometimes just a small habit adjustment can have a significant course-correction effect. Michael Franti says, "The best songs have positive messages hidden inside, like a positive affirmation." Meaningful words combined with a melody have the ability to integrate messages into our minds in a unique and powerful way. Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode51 Facebook Page Instagram LinkedIn Twitter
Ep. 50: Earworms: How do songs get stuck in my head, and how can I get rid of them?! with Dr. Katherine Cotter
July 07, 2020 04:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBAn earworm is a song that gets stuck in your head. It’s also called "involuntary musical imagery," and about 98 percent of us experience them. We discuss who is most susceptible to earworms, what causes them, what situations are most likely to create them, and – most important – how to get rid of them! Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode50 Facebook Page Instagram LinkedIn Twitter
Ep. 49: “Traditional learning methods don’t work for me.” Utilizing Multiple Intelligences in Learning, with Graeme Winder
June 30, 2020 04:00 - 36 minutes - 34 MBHave you ever heard of someone who eagerly began learning to play a musical instrument, excited by the idea of creating music; and before long felt so frustrated and discouraged by the process of translating a page of dots and symbols into meaningful sound that they gave it up and decided they are “just not musical?” Our guest today can relate to that story, and he has dedicated his life to connecting kids – and adults -- to music in a new and powerful way. Links and notes related to this ...
Ep. 48: Tips from a time management coach on accomplishing (or helping our kids accomplish) musical goals this summer, with Elizabeth Grace Saunders
June 23, 2020 04:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBHow can I fulfill the desire to learn a musical instrument this summer – or encourage my child to learn their instrument without nagging?! This episode provides practical tips on structuring time to get the most out of summer while having fun and developing life skills. Bonus: Consciously undertaking a musical project will build deeper memories by forever linking the project to this summer! Links and notes related to this episode can be found at https://mpetersonmusic.com/podcast/episode48...
Ep. 47: In honor of George Floyd: The role of music in social justice; with Bruce Henry
June 16, 2020 05:27 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MB“...[S]uccessful movements to advance civil rights for historically marginalized groups relied not just on political action. Music, culture, art, television, churches, neighborhood groups, and volunteer organizations have played instrumental parts in bringing about change.” – Beth Holland and Sarah Silvers, “I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening)” One thing I like about this quote is it captures the reality that there is not just one answer or just one route to progress; there are many, a...