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1-800-818-8840! [email protected] The Ontario Music Educators’ Association and the Canadian Music Industry Education Committee welcome you to

Inspired by our Students, Music Education and Technology

November 5th to 7th, 2015 International Plaza Hotel (655 Dixon Road, Toronto)

www.omea.on.ca TABLE OF CONTENTS

Conference at a Glance ...... 6 Welcome Letters ...... 7 Keynotes ...... 17 Concert Performances ...... 19 Friday Evening Showcase Concert ...... 20 Cameo Performances ...... 24 Cameo Biographies ...... 24 Annual General Meetings ...... 28 Friday Workshops Session 1 ...... 29 Session 2 ...... 34 Session 3 ...... 39 Saturday Workshops Session 4 ...... 43 Session 5 ...... 48 Session 6 ...... 53 Workshop Schedule ...... 60 International Plaza Hotel Floorplan ...... 62 Exhibitor Floorplan ...... 65 Research Perspectives ...... 66 Research Poster Presenter Biographies ...... 68 Clinician Biographies ...... 71 OMEA Corporate Members ...... 92 OMEA Board of Directors ...... 94 CMIEC Board of Directors ...... 94 Clinic Sponsors ...... 96 Thank You ...... 96 iINSPIRE#15 Conference Planning Committee ...... 98 Workshop Evaluations ...... 101 Band & Orchestra Instruments

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CONFERENCE AT A GLANCE

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 5, 2015 7:00 to 9:00pm Registration (International lobby) 8:00 to 10:00pm OMEA/CMIEC Reception (International C) – York U Jazz Combo

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 6, 2015 7:30am to 12:00pm Registration 8:30 to 9:45am Keynote address with Barbara Freedman, OSA Youth Orchestra (International ABC), 9:00 to 9:45 am CMIEC AGM – Terrace Room 9:45 to 10:15am Break 9:45am to 5:00pm Industry Exhibits in Plaza ABC 10:15 to 11:30am Session 1 11:30am to 1:00pm Lunch/Industry Exhibits in Plaza ABC OBA AGM – Terrace Room OSA AGM – International C 1:00 to 2:15pm Session 2 2:15 to 2:45pm Break/Industry Exhibits in Plaza ABC 2:45 to 4:00pm Session 3 4:15 to 5:15pm OMEA/CMIEC Wine and Cheese (Plaza lobby) - Humber Vocal Jazz Ensemble 5:30 to 7:00pm OMEA/CMIEC Showcase Concert featuring York U Gospel Choir, UT Percussion Ensemble and Quartetto Gelato

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 7, 2015 DOWNLOAD THE 7:30am to 12:00pm Registration 8:30 to 9:45am Keynote address by Measha Brueggergosman and OPHB Honour Band (International ABC) 9:45 to 10:15am Break 9:45am to 2:45pm Industry Exhibits in Plaza ABC APP! 10:15 to 11:30am Session 4 You can check it out 11:30am to 1:00pm Lunch/Industry Exhibits in Plaza ABC here: OMEA AGM – Terrace Room www.omea.on.ca/ 1:00 to 2:15pm Session 5 events/iinspire15/app/ 2:15 to 2:45pm Break/Industry Exhibits in Plaza ABC

2:45 to 4:00pm Session 6 4:15 to 5:00pm Prizes (International ABC) 7

WELCOME LETTERS

Conference of the Ontario Music Educators’ Association and the Canadian Music Industry Education Committee Toronto, Ontario November 5-7, 2015

Dear Colleague, On behalf of the iINSPIRE#15 Committee, we would like to welcome you to Toronto. This is a wonderful opportunity for us to celebrate music education in Ontario. Our committee has been working for almost three years to bring you all together here today to be inspired and inspire your students. The “i” in iINSPIRE#15 notes our focus on technology at this conference. Barbara Freed- man will be one of our keynote speakers, and she along with many of our clinicians will push your thinking about how we can integrate technology in our programs and prepare our students for the world they are entering. “INSPIRE” is what we do every day in our classroom for our students. We are inspired by them and they seek challenges from us to inspire them and move them to greater understanding and creativity. Don’t we have the best profession in the world? “#” represents the beginning of our Twitter hashtag (#iInspire15) but it also resembles a sharp. We need to keep ourselves informed of current and upcoming technology, and how our students are using social media to find ways to bring our students’ world into our classrooms. We need to be “sharp” and stay connected to the realities of our students. At #iINSPIRE15 you will have opportunities to re-connect with our Industry Partners, look for new approaches to how you are delivering the Ontario Curriculum, and hear great student performances throughout the conference. We have many volunteers that we need to thank. We’d like to thank our “Dream Team” of hard-working #iINSPIRE15 Committee Members on page 98, the board of the CMIEC (Canadian Music Industry Education Committee) under the leadership of Mark Della Torre, the OMEA Board of directors for their ongoing support, our sponsors, clinicians, industry participants, student performers, high school and university volunteers, and to all of the committed educators and industry volunteers for making this conference the memorable event that we know it will be! We would also like to thank our families for supporting and encouraging us throughout the almost three years we have been planning #iINSPIRE15. We are proud to have been the Co-Chairs of your 2015 Conference!

Tony Leong Kevin Merkley 8

November 6, 2015

Dear Music Colleagues, The Ontario Music Educators’ Association (OMEA) is pleased to be able to welcome you to this year’s conference, iINSPIRE#15. This conference is a wonderful opportunity for us to celebrate music education throughout our province and spend time conversing with like-minded colleagues and friends. The conference committee has selected a diverse list of clinicians who will not only inspire you in your classroom setting but also share new and developing research perspectives. From the many unique performances you will hear, as well as music technology ideas, this weekend will send you back to your teaching environment recharged and excited to try your newest ‘bag of tricks’. Did you know that the OMEA history dates back to 1919, but the revised title of Ontario Music Educators’ Association has represented the dedicated music educators in Ontario since 1949? We are a non-profit organization with an objective to provide leadership in establishing and maintaining high standards of music education throughout Ontario and Canada. Our membership consists of teachers like you, at all levels of education, kindergarten to post-secondary institutions, in the school system and beyond. I would like to personally thank the conference co-chairs, Kevin Merkley and Tony Leong, for their dedication and outstanding leadership preparing for this weekend. Along with the Board of Directors, I would also like to thank the conference committee for their hard work on behalf of music educators in Ontario. Countless personal hours have been spent in preparation, planning, and organizing this event. A heartfelt thank you for your volunteer work on behalf of the organization. I encourage you to take an opportunity to re-connect with former colleagues this weekend, recognize and thank those who have made contributions in the past and learn from those of the present. We trust you will be inspired! Sincerely,

Gena Norbury President, Ontario Music Educators’ Association 9

Dear Conference Participants:

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P.S. Thank you to the Conference Committee for agreeing with me on the bowling shirts!

On behalf of your Colleagues from across Canada, it is my pleasure to welcome you to iInspire2015! As a Nation of music educators, we are delighted that our colleagues in Ontario have gathered together in their collective desire to grow in their understanding of current practice, research, industry and advocacy in Music Education.

A conference of this magnitude and excellence is the result of the dedication and hard work of many talented individuals. I would like to sincerely congratulate the Executive of the OMEA and their conference planning committee on the success of this conference.

May you find much inspiration over these next two days as you connect with others who share your passion, interests and even challenges! I, in turn, would like to encourage each of you to then share this same inspiration with your students, your colleagues and your communities. It is through you that iInspire2015 will have a lasting impact on music education throughout Ontario and across Canada for many years to come.

I wish you a productive and successful conference,

Kirsten T. R. MacLaine President Canadian Music Educators’ Association/ L’Association canadienne des musiciens é ducateurs

Premier of Ontario - Première ministre de l’Ontario

November 5, 2015

A PERSONAL MESSAGE FROM THE PREMIER

On behalf of the Government of Ontario, I am delighted to extend warm greetings to everyone attending the annual conference of the Ontario Music Educators’ Association (OMEA) and the Canadian Music Industry Education Committee (CMIEC).

Ontario’s reputation as a creative hub and as a leader in the new economy was made possible largely through the talents and skills of our innovative professionals. Around the globe, our performers, musicians, writers, directors, editors, producers and new media developers are known for their skill, talent and creativity.

That is why music is a vital element in the education of every young person. Music enriches our lives, opens windows to other cultures, transcends barriers and fosters creative thinking.

I commend everyone involved with the OMEA and CMIEC for promoting excellence in music instruction. I am confident that this year’s conference will be a tremendous success.

Please accept my best wishes for a productive and engaging conference.

Kathleen Wynne Premier 12 13 14

Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board 40 Matheson Boulevard West, Mississauga, ON, L5R 1C5, Tel: (905) 890-1221

Welcome to iINSPIRE#15

On behalf of the Dufferin‐Peel Catholic District School Board, it is my distinct honour and pleasure to welcome you to iINSPIRE#15, the Ontario Music Educators’ Association’s annual conference.

Plato wrote, “I would teach children music, physics and philosophy, but most importantly, music, because rhythm and harmony find their way into the inward places of the soul.” Now, that is as significant an endorsement of the importance of your role as music educators as I have heard.

Your conference agenda this year is a vigorous and comprehensive one. I encourage you to take full advantage and absorb as much as you can, so you can return to your classroom to teach, challenge, inspire and motivate your students through the powerful and timeless medium of music.

Sincerely,

John B. Kostoff Director of Education

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OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION 5050 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario M2N 5N8

1 August 2015

MESSAGE FROM THE TORONTO DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

It is an honour to welcome you to the 15th Annual Ontario Music Educators Association Conference (OMEA) so aptly titled iInspire#15. With over a thousand music educators participating this year the conference will no doubt provide a wonderful opportunity to collaborate, learn together and inspire all those involved.

The focus of the conference, “Inspired by our Students, Music Education and Technology” is very exciting because it focuses on skills for the future within and across disciplines. The world is changing at a rapid pace and some of the skills required for success such as, collaboration, creativity and innovation are very much aligned with the theme of this year’s conference.

To support learning we must all work together to have our actions inspire students each and every day. Staff inspiration and support are critical to this end. Therefore our ongoing learning and work together to support high standards for schools music programs that are rich, varied and reflective of the diversity across the province in the communities that we serve will continue to support all of our students in reaching their maximum potential. In reviewing some of the many workshops you will have the opportunity to attend at this year’s conference it is clear that this diversity is very much alive. From – The Hero in Us All: Integrating Equity, Character Values and Social Justice through Music to Subject “Matter: the “Fusion” of Music and Science, there will be learning for everybody and I am excited about where we are heading in continuing to engage students in music education.

By providing students with multiple opportunities to demonstrate their learning in a variety of ways we are able to do this. Effective music programs support learning by engaging, inspiring and cultivating student well-being. I am extremely proud to support music education for the growth and development of all students in the Toronto District School Board through our very diverse programs, performance opportunities and community engagement.

I would like to congratulate all members of the organizing committee for iInspire#15 and thank each of you for your ongoing journey of learning and your commitment to inspiring students through music education.

Sincerely,

Donna Quan Director of Education

On behalf of the York Region District School Board I would like to welcome the 1,000 music educators and workshop presenters who are taking part in this year’s iINSPIRE#15.

At the York Region District School Board, we believe that the arts play an important role in education. I am proud of the hard work and dedication of our staff who work to encourage and nurture an appreciation of musical arts in our students.

I would also like to express my appreciation to the Ontario Music Educators’ Association and the Canadian Music Industry Education Committee for providing educators with the opportunity to meet with their peers and learn from presenters from across Canada and the United States.

Best wishes to all of the participants! Enjoy the day.

Sincerely,

J. Philip Parappally Director of Education York Region District School Board

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FRIDAY NOVEMBER 6, 2015

BARBARA FREEDMAN Named the 2012 TI:ME Technology Teacher of the Year, Barbara Freedman has been teaching Electronic Music & Audio Engineering at Greenwich High School in Connecticut since 2001. She is the author of the book Teaching Music Through Composition: A Curriculum Using Technology published by Oxford University Press. She is a technology trainer, leads professional development workshops around the country and is a consultant to schools and districts on building technology labs and integrating technology into the curriculum. Barbara is the Co-President of the Music Educator Technologists Association/Technology Institute for Music Educators (META/TI:ME), Connecticut Chapter. She holds a Bachelor of Science and Master of Music in Performance from Brooklyn College Conservatory of Music City University of New York and Professional Studies Diploma from the Mannes College of Music. Barbara performs regularly with the Ridgefield and Bridgeport Symphonies. She studied conducting at the Hartt School of Music, Westminster Choir College, and The Julliard School. Barbara’s motto, “Teach music. The technology will follow.” has become the rallying cry for music technology teachers around the world. - See more at: http:// musicedtech.com/about/barbara/#sthash.dAUcVjM2.dpuf

ONTARIO STRING YOUTH ORCHESTRA The Ontario Strings Association Youth Orchestra (OSAYO) is an auditioned ensemble that is put together every year for a 4-day experience of rehearsals, incredible repertoire, and exciting tours and concerts. During their 4-day retreat, students have an opportunity to work with renowned musicians through clinics and sectionals. This year, students worked with Mr. William Rowson, who is currently the artistic director and principal conductor of the Sneak Peek Orchestra and resident conductor of the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra. OSAYO students also have the option of accepting an Interprovincial Music Camp or National Music Camp scholarship. The OSAYO is open to strings students across Ontario age 12- 19. For more information, please visit: www.ontariostrings.ca 18

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 7, 2015

MEASHA BRUEGGERGOSMAN Measha Brueggergosman, soprano, has emerged as one of the most magnificent performers and vibrant personalities of the day. Performances have included the opening ceremonies of the 2010 Olympic Games, Porgy and Bess with the Berlin Philharmonic, solo recitals around the world, operatic debut as Sister Rose in Dead Man Walking with the Houston Grand Opera, to name but a few. Ms.Brueggergossman lends her voice, passion and energy to social and environmental causes as a Canadian good will ambassador for three organizations: African Medical and Research Foundation; Learning through the Arts; and the World Wildlife Fund. Her recordings include Juno winning Surprise and her first solo commercial recording on CBC Records label, So Much to Tell.

ONTARIO PROVINCIAL HONOUR BAND The OBA Ontario Provincial Honour Band includes 65 of the province’s high school musicians selected to take part in an intensive four days of music making. The experience includes the rehearsal camp, concerts and the annual performance at the Ontario Music Educators’ Association conference. The band is conducted by Dr. Donald McKinney, renowned conductor and educator. Entering the second year of a partnership with Yamaha Canada we are excited to announce that TorQ will be performing with the 2015 Honour Band. The OBA and TorQ have commissioned Kevin Lau, affiliate composer with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, to compose a piece for this occasion.

TorQ TorQ Percussion Quartet was formed by four Canadian percussionists looking to add new vitality to percussion repertoire and performance. Renowned for their engaging performances and repertoire, members Richard Burrows, Adam Campbell, Jamie Drake and Daniel Morphy are committed to making new music accessible to audiences that span generations and geography. Winners of the Mississauga Arts Council’s 2009 Emerging Performing Group award, TorQ has performed to critical acclaim and standing ovations across Canada and beyond. TorQ has released two recordings on the independent label, Bedoint Records. In addition to promoting new music, TorQ is also a strong believer in the importance of music education. In combination with Ontario- based organization “Prologue for the Performing Arts”, TorQ performs approximately 70 shows per academic year to elementary and secondary school audiences across the province.

CONCERT PERFORMANCES

THURSDAY EVENING OMEA/CMIEC RECEPTION 8:00-10:00AM INTERNATIONAL C

YORK UNIVERSITY JAZZ COMBO York pioneered university-based jazz performance studies in Canada and continues to be a national leader in jazz education. York offers jazz courses at all levels of undergraduate study, plus a Master’s program in the field, taught by over thirty full-and part-time faculty who are leading lights on the Canadian jazz scene. Jazz performance studies at York centre on small ensembles plus jazz choirs and orchestra. Performers are: Christopher Anderson-Lundy – saxophone, Michael Melville – guitar, Peter Erabarry Elmestostene – bass, Chris Arsenault – drums Director: Barry Elmes

FRIDAY AFTERNOON CMIEC/OMEA WINE AND CHEESE 4:15-5:15PM PLAZA LOBBY

HUMBER COLLEGE VOCAL JAZZ ENSEMBLE Director: Lisa Martinelli This nationally acclaimed group is one of the flagship ensembles at the Humber College School of Creative and Performing Arts. In 2012, they began the year by releasing a recording called Sapphire Sea. Throughout the year, the group performed at the Ontario Vocal Festival, Musicfest Canada, various jazz festivals and was featured in the Studio Jazz Series at Brampton’s Rose Theatre and ended the year singing with a symphony orchestra that was part of the Video Games Live show at Massey Hall. In 2014 they graced the stage with the highly acclaimed vocal group, New York Voices, and ended the year with a electric performance with guitarist Mike Stern presenting selections from his Voices soundtrack. This ensemble can be heard on the latest recording with the Humber Studio band singing arrangements from the New York Voices big band song book. The group performs a variety of repertoire including unique arrangements in the jazz, folk, pop and contemporary vein. Lisa Martinelli is a newly appointed Professor of Music at Humber College. As Head of the Vocal Department, she directs the Vocal Jazz Ensemble, runs master classes and oversees the implementation of a curriculum that serves more than 70 vocalists. As a jazz singer, Lisa has been featured with everybody from Peter Appleyard to Guido Basso to Fred Penner. Her Trio/Quartet will be recording a CD this year. As a freelancer, Lisa has played a wide variety of high profile corporate jobs over the last 20 years. 20

FRIDAY EVENING SHOWCASE CONCERT 5:30PM INTERNATIONAL ABC

YORK UNIVERSITY GOSPEL CHOIR Director: Karen Burke The York University Gospel Choir (YUGC) under the direction of Professor Karen Burke is a course for credit offered through the School of Arts, Media, Performance and Design for all students registered at York University. Now in its 11th year of existence, this popular ensemble continues to draw enthusiastic audiences to its 5 on-campus performances as well as several off-campus performances each season. Their repertoire includes music from such gospel greats as John P. Kee, Hezekiah Walker, Kirk Franklin, and Fred Hammond. YUGC’s performances can be described as “high-energy” and “powerful”. Often accompanied by a five-piece rhythm section led by musical director and producer, Corey Butler, the choir continues to bring an exciting and often, moving experience to its audiences at every performance. Director Karen Burke is not only a full-time member in York University’s music department but also the principal director of the Juno award-winning Toronto Mass Choir, a gospel choir that has ten albums to date and several tours overseas.

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE Director: Mark Duggan The percussion ensemble at the University of Toronto has varying membership, usually between 8 - 12 performers, and presents a wide variety of musical styles performed on percussion instruments from around the world. In 2001, the group released the CD “Rondino” under the direction of Robin Engleman and has performed several times at the Percussive Arts Society International Convention in Columbus, Ohio. The ensemble is comprised of a mixture of graduate and advanced undergraduate students, and presents several different programs each academic year with performances both inside and outside the university. Percussionist Mark Duggan is a versatile performer, composer and educator active in multiple musical genres. Duggan has performed with the Philip Glass Ensemble, Ensemble Intercontemporain de Paris with Pierre Boulez, the percussion group Nexus and is a regular performer with the Toronto Symphony, National Ballet of Canada Orchestra, and the Esprit Orchestra. Duggan has also worked with many jazz and pop music artists including Diana Krall, Charlie Haden, Maria Schneider and Kiran Ahluwalia. Duggan has composed music for the percussion quintet Nexus, the Evergreen Club Gamelan, the chamber group Sanctuary, Roots Orchestra, Madawaska String Quartet, Newfoundland Sound 21

Symposium, percussionist: Morris Palter, and choreographers, Susan Lee and Maxine Heppner. He has released five CDs of his own music and has been twice nominated by both the Juno and East Coast Music Awards. Duggan holds a doctorate in performance from the University of Toronto where he is a member of the percussion faculty.

QUARTETTO GELATO Quartetto Gelato (QG), the renowned multi-faceted ensemble featured on the Hollywood soundtrack “Only You”, commands the stage with the dynamic rhythms of Latin America, virtuosic gypsy showpieces and beautiful Neapolitan songs. Chosen Best Classical Ensemble at Canada’s 2010 INDIE awards, Quartetto Gelato continues to enthrall audiences with its mastery of multiple instruments (including a lush operatic tenor), acrobatic tricks and good-humoured banter between songs. This show offers the excitement QG is famous for, along with brand new songs from their upcoming CD. Expect a sizzling performance, filled with lush lyricism and brilliant virtuosity. 61

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CAMEO PERFORMANCES

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2015

TIME PEEL AREA LOBBY 2ND FLOOR 9:45 – 10:15AM Eldorado & Churchville Georges Vanier SS Mayfield SS Vocal Jazz PS - Gena Norbury Guitar Orchestra - Josh Ensemble - Jennifer Leslie Pontarini Gerbrandt Moon 12:15 - 12:45PM Clinton PS - Lori Wolf Mayfield SS Chamber Rose Ave. PS - Andrew Choir - Jennifer Moon Luck 2:15 - 2:45PM Clinton PS - Lori Wolf Jeanne Sauvé PS - Lori Moccio

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2015

TIME PEEL AREA LOBBY 2ND FLOOR 9:45 – 10:15AM Denlow PS - Louise Lui UT – Brass Quintet - Sal UT-Small Jazz Ensemble Fratia - Jim Lewis 12:15 - 12:45PM Denlow PS - Louise Lui UT-Euphonium/Tuba CWSA/RCM - Linda Ensemble - Sal Fratia Song 12:30 – 1:00PM International Ballroom A Festival Wind Orchestra 2:15 - 2:45PM Cantemos (Upper Can- UT-Small Jazz Ensemble CWSA/RCM - Linda ada Choristers) - Laurie - Jim Lewis Song Evan Fraser

CAMEO BIOGRAPHIES

CANTEMOS Director: Laurie Evan Fraser Cantemos is an auditioned ensemble that specializes in music from Latin America. This group was officially formed in 2008 and performs at the public concerts of the Upper Canada Choristers (UCC) and community events including the Chile Earthquake Relief Concert, the Kensington Market Pedestrian Fair, Nuit Blanche and Koerner Hall. Two recordings, El Nacimiento (2012) and Music of the Americas (2015) have been aired nationally and internationally. This ensemble transcends borders and cultures, reflecting the diversity inherent to the UCC; its vision is to be a cultural ambassador for Latin choral music through unique, compelling performances. 25

CLINTON ST. UKULELE BAND Director: Lori Wolf We sing! We dance! We play the ukulele! Hailing from downtown Toronto, the Clinton St. PS Uke Band (grades 4-6) is in its second year as a performing ensemble. We love performing and we hope you enjoy it!

CLAUDE WATSON SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS ORFF ENSEMBLE Director: Linda Song The Claude Watson School for the Arts Orff Ensemble is drawn from the classroom work of students in grades 5 to 7. Students in this arts magnet school all have Orff as a musicianship and ensemble class, as well as choral training and instrumental classes. This creative and enthusiastic group has recently performed at the Orff Children’s Festival, Toronto District School Board (TDSB) Spring Festival, TDSB Arts Festivals, a performance and workshop with Yo-Yo Ma at Koerner Hall, and at MMVA with Down With Webster.

DENLOW VOICES KOREAN DRUM ENSEMBLE Director: Louise Lui, with assistance from Emilia Hwang, Instructional Leader This is an extra-curricular ensemble of committed Grade 5 and 6 students from Denlow Public School in north Toronto. They use drums and expertise provided by the Toronto District School Board’s (TDSB) World Music Program. Last year, they won First Place at the Kiwanis Music Festival of Greater Toronto. They presented at the TDSB Spring Festival Concert at Massey Hall and participated in the TDSB Choral Festival and the Toronto Children’s Chorus Invitational Festival. Within the school community, they sing at assemblies and on special occasions. They also put on a musical called Pirates in June 2015.

ACROSS THE CREDIT ORFF CREW Directors: Gena Norbury and Lesley Pontarini In 2013, Eldorado Public School in the Peel District School Board (PDSB) opened its doors to a projected number of 385 students. The school grew rapidly to 1100 students! The Eldo-Orff Crew began in the school’s second year under the leadership of Gena Norbury and Lesley Pontarini with 18 students who practiced on Thursdays after school to perform at concerts as well as the Arts Alive 2015 conference in the PDSB. Many of the students have now moved to their brand new school, Churchville, along with their teacher Mrs. Pontarini. This is the inaugural performance of ‘Across The Credit’ Orff Crew using students from both Eldorado and Churchville! 26

FESTIVAL WIND ORCHESTRA Director: Keith Reid Founded in 1996, this orchestra is an inclusive adult community ensemble comprised of amateur musicians in Toronto who prefer a more challenging musical organization. Education is a cornerstone for us and every performance features a wide spectrum of music and informative introductions. We showcase young musicians and composers and are very proud of our mentoring program which allows us to work with music educators and young performers in the school system. We perform two public concerts each season as well as concerts at local hospitals, seniors’ homes, and health-care facilities.

GEORGES VANIER SECONDARY SCHOOL GUITAR ENSEMBLE Director: Josh Gerbrandt The ensemble has been performing since 2009. In those years the Guitar Ensemble has won numerous Gold Medals at the Kiwanis Music Festival of Greater Toronto. Vanier hosted the Guitar Competitions of the Festival in two of the years. Vanier guitar students had the privilege of being the opening act for world-renowned classical guitarist, Xuefei Yang, in 2012 as well as participating in the inaugural years of the University of Toronto Guitar Symposium. Mr. Gerbrandt has developed a classroom guitar curriculum to help educators bring students from around the world with a variety of musical backgrounds into the guitar classroom community.

JEANNE SAUVÉ FRENCH IMMERSION PS GRADE SIX ENSEMBLE Director: Lori Moccio The members of the grade 6 Ensemble have been performing together for a year, since the inception of this new school in St. Catharines, Ontario. Passionate about making music together, they regularly groan and complain when practices and classes are over! Recently, these students entered a music competition sponsored by the Canadian Tenors reinterpreting one of the Tenor’s songs, “I Thank You.” They won a runner-up prize of $1000 to purchase new instruments for their school. They love singing, dancing, and playing Orff instruments, and are very excited to perform for the teachers at OMEA.

MAYFIELD MAGNETICS VOCAL JAZZ ENSEMBLE AND CHAMBER CHOIR Director: Jennifer Moon The Mayfield Magnetics, from Mayfield S.S. in Caledon, Ontario, is one of two senior SATB vocal jazz ensembles at the school. This all-auditioned grade 10-12 ensemble encompasses a group 27

of dedicated individuals who have excelled in both the legitimate and the vocal jazz idioms through their hard work and commitment. Last year, the choir performed at a gala ceremony honoring former Premier Bill Davis, at a fundraiser hosted by former Brampton Mayor Peter Robertson, which raised money to send medical supplies to third world countries, and participated in the Ontario Vocal Festival where they received top standings.

ROSE AVENUE JR. ORFF AND WORLD MUSIC ENSEMBLE Director: Andrew Luck This grade 4 to 6 ensemble blends the familiar sounds of a children’s chorus with the playful sounds and sights of an Orff orchestra, performing original works influenced by global musical styles. The unique and diverse talents of individual students are highlighted in performances including classical Bharatanatyam dancing from India and Sri-Lanka accompanied by South Indian percussion instruments, urban rhythms blended with traditional Filipino bamboo dancing, and West African drumming and dancing. The group performed in the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) Spring Festival at Massey Hall, the 2015 TDSB South Asian Heritage Festival and the 2015 TDSB Global Fair.

THE UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO CHAMBER BRASS QUINTET Director: Sal Fratia This group is one of several brass quintets that is part of the chamber brass program at the Faculty of Music. Each group rehearses and is coached weekly by top quality professional brass players and performs regularly in master class settings to sharpen performance skills and encourage brass repertoire development. In recent years the program has been enhanced through opportunities to work with the World renowned “Canadian Brass”, quintet-in-residence.

UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO SMALL JAZZ ENSEMBLE Director: Jim Lewis The Small Jazz Ensemble program at the University of Toronto gives students the opportunity to work with professional faculty on standard jazz material, and original music composed by both students and faculty. This ensemble is made up of 2nd, 3rd, and 4th year students, and was recently featured at the Rex Jazz Bar in Toronto. 28

THE UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO EUPHONIUM TUBA ENSEMBLE Director: Sal Fratia This Ensemble has been active since 1996 and is comprised primarily of students in the Euphonium and Tuba Performance class which meets weekly during the school year to develop strong performance skills through technique, solos, mock auditions master classes, ensemble rehearsals and performances. The ensemble performs every semester on campus and throughout the community.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGS

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 7, 2015

• Canadian Music Industry Education Committee (CMIEC): 9:00 to 9:45am – Terrace Room

• Ontario Band Association (OBA): 11:45am to 12:45pm – Terrace Room

• Ontario String Association (OSA): 11:45am to 12:45pm – International C

• Phi Beta Mu: 7:15 to 8:15pm – York

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 8, 2015

• Ontario Music Educators’ Association (OMEA): 11:45am to 12:45pm – Terrace Room

Food will be served in these rooms for delegates attending the Annual General Meetings. 29

FRIDAY WORKSHOPS

WORKSHOP SESSION 1 (10:15 - 11:30AM)

ENGAGE!: MAKING MUSIC THROUGH COMPOSING AND IMPROVISING Performance-based programs, a critical part of our tradition, are thriving in Ontario schools. These programs, however, reach a small portion of students in our schools. To expand and secure a larger population, it is necessary to engage students in multiple ways of making music. One such expansion includes music making through creative musical activities including composition and improvisation. What are the challenges faced by teachers when they engage students in these forms of music making? How can innovative approaches provide spaces for such engagement? Through conversation and hands-on experiences, this workshop will work through challenges and opportunities to enhance compositional and improvisation-based experiences in your music classroom. Presenter: Dr. Ben Bolden, Dr. Lee Willingham, Leslie Linton and Nasim Niknafs Location: London Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: ALL

OSA STRING READING SESSION Join clinician Chris Selby and the Ontario Strings Association Youth Orchestra as they read their way through 25 brand new string orchestra titles from Grades 0.5-4. Featured will be repertoire from Hal Leonard, Alfred, Kjos, Kendor, Wingert Jones, Grand Mesa, and the FJH Music Company. Presenter: Chris Selby Location: International A Sponsor: Harknett Musical Services, Steve’s Music Store, GIA Publications and Ontario Strings Association Level: J/I/S

“WE ARE THE ACTORS, THE MUSIC IS THE SCRIPT” – REHEARSAL TECHNIQUES THAT INSTANTLY IMPROVE YOUR WIND ENSEMBLE, PART ONE Based on years of experience teaching band at the high school and university levels, Sam Hazo will teach attendees his “rules” for getting the sound you’ve always wanted from your wind ensemble. His simple and profound techniques will literally cause an instant change in nearly every area, from foundation to finesse. You’ll notice the difference after one rehearsal. Presenter: Samuel R. Hazo Location: International C Sponsor: Hal Leonard Corporation Level: J/I/S

C.A.M.P. (COLLEAGUES ASSISTING IN MUSICAL PURSUITS): SUPPORTING NEW TEACHERS IN BEGINNING BAND Music C.A.M.P. is a program developed by Thames Valley District School Board (TVDSB) intermediate music teachers to support and develop skills for the new-to-music teacher. This workshop is a summary of a year-long program that assists teachers looking to become more comfortable with introducing, developing, and refining their instrumental music instruction. 30

Presenter: Helen Coker, Lynn Gracey, Jason Jamieson Location: Peel Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I

RECORDING IN THE CLASSROOM This is a workshop designed for teachers with little to moderate recording experience, who want to capture their students’ performances. We will look at ways to record individuals, ensembles, choirs or bands. “Do I use an all-in-one recording unit or should I get a computer based system? What kind of microphone should I use?” These are the types of questions teachers ask. Often the answers leave them confused, with the result that they either give up or buy the wrong equipment. Fear not, we will get you through the quagmire of choosing the right gear. Then, we will unmask the man behind the curtain! By learning some of the mysteries of how to record and basic recording techniques, we will reach our goal of capturing a student performance. Presenter: Gary Atkins Location: Halton Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: ALL

TEACHING ACADEMIC CONCEPTS THROUGH SONGWRITING AND PERFORMING Participants will be shown several examples of how academic concepts can be taught through songwriting. Joe Crone will share several songs he has written specifically for math, science, and social studies. A song will be sung and dramatized as an example. The group will then choose an academic concept and write an original song. Instruments and drama will be added and the song will be performed. Participants will leave understanding the songwriting process and also with a copy of Joe Crone’s CD “Geometry Park” complete with downloadable lyrics and teachers guide. Come prepared to play and create. Presenter: Joe Crone Location: Aurora Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: ALL

LINKING DANCE AND MUSIC ELEMENTS In this workshop, teachers will explore similarities between the elements of Music and the elements of Dance. You will actively participate in lessons to inspire a Dance class or to enhance a Music/movement class. Lessons will apply to the primary, junior, and intermediate teachers. Presenter: Shelly Sturk Location: Toronto A&B Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: P/J/I 31

FIRST STEPS IN CREATIVE MOVEMENT This active session will provide participants with a structure for developing students’ movement skills. Based on the movement themes of Rudolf Laban, participants will experience a wide variety of engaging activities that enrich students’ movement abilities. These developing abilities then serve as the foundation for students to successfully use movement to reflect the expressive qualities in music (dance around the living room). Presenter: John Feierabend Location: Montreal A&B Sponsor: GIA Publications and Steve’s Music Level: P/J

GOT UKULELES? WHAT DO YOU DO WITH THEM? Walk away from this workshop playing three chord songs! It’s perfect for those who want to teach ukuleles once a week for only a term, or you can use this workshop as a springboard to further exploration on the uke. I’ll share my passion for the ukulele with you as I explain how to buy and store ukes. You will learn how to hand out 30 ukes in less than 3 minutes and keep them in tune. I’ll present you with a method to easily teach your students how to become proficient at playing three chords. You’ll play a variety of songs and learn strategies to keep your lessons flowing smoothly keeping your students engaged with a purpose. This method reflects the philosophy of Kodály and Howard Gardner’s multiple intelligences. I’ll have tuned 60 ukes to loan, but bring your own if you can. Presenter: Denise Blaney Location: Ottawa Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: J/I

BRIDGING THE GAP: LINKING PEDAGOGY AND TECHNOLOGY FOR 21ST CENTURY MUSIC TEACHERS This workshop aims to be an interactive exploration of 21st century pedagogical approaches in music education through technology tools that foster student musical growth as well as innovative assessments such as “eportfolio” and reflective learning. Workshop participants will be encouraged to discuss ideas and challenges of implementing these approaches in music classrooms as well as have an opportunity to try out open source technology tools presented in our workshop. This workshop will reference assessment and evaluation (Growing Success), open source technologies, and innovative pedagogical philosophies (constructivism, student-centered ensemble processes, growth mindset, inquiry-based learning). Presenter: Sarah Morrison, Donna Dupuy Location: Windsor Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I/S 32

YOUTH4MUSIC – MAKING A DIFFERENCE FOR MUSIC IN OUR SCHOOLS This workshop is intended for youth involved in the conference’s honour bands, choirs, and strings, as well as invited youth (youth leaders from Ontario community engagement workshops). Session participants will learn about the Youth4Music program; explore the value of learning music (personally and within a school, and community); explore key messages and activities to build awareness about the value of learning music in schools; identify important roles for a province-wide network of youth leaders; and receive resources and tools identified through the Wise Voices for Music project. Presenter: Holly Nimmons Location: Hamilton Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: ALL

MUSIC THAT SPEAKS The role of the choral musician is to unpack the marriage between music and text, yet this relationship does not always receive the degree of emphasis needed to maximize the expressive potential of the music. This session will take participants through exercises that refocus our attention to the text when we analyze, rehearse, and conduct a choral score. Presenter: Dr. Rachel Rensink-Hoff Location: New York Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I/S

NAVIGATING THE PATH FROM UNISON TO PART-SINGING In this session, we focus on the challenging conceptual leap for primary-junior students in moving from singing in unison to part-singing. Guided by the work of renowned former Ontario music educator, choral conductor and pioneer of the Kodály movement in Canada, John Barron, we will illustrate sound pedagogies for singing in harmony using a selection of materials created by John. Presenter: Kim Eyre, Carol Beynon Location: Paris Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: P/J

TEACHING A COMBINED-LEVEL CLASS WITHOUT GETTING A SPLITTING HEADACHE Combined-level music classes are a reality in high schools today. This workshop will discuss strategies to make the best out of a tough situation. No matter what type of combined class, this will provide you with advice, activities and hands-on strategies to help all of your students develop their skills. Presenter: Peter Han Location: Mississauga A Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I/S 33

JUST ADD IMAGINATION AND BEAT! CULTIVATING IMAGINATION THROUGH LITERATURE, MOVEMENT, AND MUSIC Children’s literature has long been used as a springboard for creative movement and music. Jan Brett’s Town Mouse, Country Mouse will act as the source of inspiration as together we collaborate, create, improvise, and play! Through an Orff-based approach we will create movement set to Grieg’s Norwegian Dance which appeals to both the sophisticated Town Mouse and simple Country Mouse. Presenter: Deborah Ziolkoski Location: Mississauga B Sponsor: Fun with Composers Level: P/J

ARRANGING POPULAR MUSIC FOR THE JAZZ BAND Students love to perform contemporary music. One skill that every educator should have is the ability to take a melody and chord progression and produce a simple arrangement for jazz band. Attendees will learn how to take such a lead sheet and quickly create a big band arrangement using music notation software. Presenter: Dr. Michael Kearns Location: Mississauga C Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I/S

GET YOUR CLASSROOM SINGING! Teaching Music? Terrified to sing? Join artist, educator and opera singer, Kyra Millan, in a whirlwind, fun vocal workshop with some specific examples you can bring to any subject in the classroom. Rhythm exercises, soundscapes, beginner and advanced vocal warmups and strategies, as well as ideas of how to integrate singing, songwriting, and music in your classroom will be discussed. Presenter: Kyra Millan Location: Terrace Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: ALL

CONVERSATION NOOK There is a NEW strand for iINSPIRE#15, called Conversation Nooks. In many schools, there is only ONE music educator so it is difficult to find others to problem solve, share, and develop ideas by receiving input. This area will provide delegates an opportunity to drop in and have some conversations and sharing of expertise in a very informally structured environment. Each session will be guaranteed to have a few educators present to share in the conversations. It’s also a great way to learn more and also meet new people. Location: York Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: P/J 34

WORKSHOP SESSION 2 (1:00 - 2:15PM)

CHORAL ARTISTRY This session will share the work of the Toronto District School Board Choral Artistry Initiative and will focus on the use of choral repertoire as the catalyst for teaching and learning music. Ideas and strategies for developing the singing voice and student musicianship as well as engaging students in meta-cognitive thinking in choir rehearsals will be shared. Presenter: Janet Bambrick, Elizabeth Seo, Alkiviadis Leontarakis Location: London Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: P/J/I

MAKING YOUR JAZZ REHEARSAL FANTASTIC! Contemporary rehearsals should develop student curiosity, risk-taking and student voice. Neil will demonstrate these techniques using a grade 9-10 jazz ensemble. Teaching in the 21st century is about collaboration, student engagement, the personalization of student learning, and creative thinking, rather than utilizing students as artisans to create musical performances based on his/her own artistry. Presenter: Neil Yorke-Slader Location: International A Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I/S

MOVEMENT IS THE TEACHER The Elements of Music are experienced and brought to a new level of understanding through the joy of movement. This workshop will provide creative ways to use movement in teaching, reinforcing and assessing concepts of rhythm, beat, accent, phrasing, form, and more. Get your students on their feet - they’ll thank you. Presenter: Gillian Channer Location: International C Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: P/J

EARS ON! This workshop will explore the concept of gamification in ear training. The principles of a “good game” will be described. The elements of an “ears on” game include: 1) constructivist theory 2) sound before symbol 3) fun game-like features 4) accountability and 5) full student engagement. We will participate in a range of “ears on” activities. Presenter: Leslie Stewart Rose, Matthew Moreno Location: Peel Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: ALL 35

GET CREATIVE WITH RECORDERS Recorders are an inexpensive melodic instrument. Composing for recorder and creating accompaniments for compositions can be a key part of your recorder instruction. In this session, Denise will give you templates to use for composing, to share student compositions, and to facilitate music composition using recorders and Orff instruments. Participants at the session may receive a recorder. Presenter: Denise Gagne Location: Halton Sponsor: Themes and Variations Level: P/J

RESEARCH PERSPECTIVES: RESEARCH POSTER PRESENTATION SESSIONS In these sessions, researchers, whose papers have been chosen for presentation through peer review, will showcase a poster presentation describing their research and be available during the presentation session to informally discuss their work with interested music educators. Then, at an appointed time, they will provide a brief ten-minute overview of their research. Authors will disseminate summaries of their research. (See pp. 66-68 for full descriptions and biographies) Facilitator: Dr. Rodger J. Beatty Presenters: Dr. Bernard W. Andrews, Jennifer Blackwell, Dr. Eric Favaro and Holly Nimmons, and Paul Vernon Location: Aurora Sponsor: Canada Music Industry Education Committee Level: All

IMPROVISATION & COMPOSING WITH ORFF This workshop will show how teachers with a selection of Orff instruments can guide their students through improvisation and composing their own pieces. It is meant for teachers who have varying levels of comfort and experience with improvisation. The workshop will progress through the elementary grades to show activities that can be brought back to the classroom and used on Monday! Presenter: Niki Kazemzadeh Location: Toronto A&B Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: P/J

SINGING, DANCING, DRUMMING: A QALLUNAAT TEACHER IN THE ARCTIC Participants will learn songs, drumming, and throat singing practices from the Inuit tradition, gathered by the presenter during 7 years of visiting and teaching in the Canadian Arctic. Resources for teaching about Inuit culture and Inuit music will be distributed and the ethics of cultural representation will be discussed. Presenter: Lori-Anne Dolloff Location: Montreal A&B Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: J/I 36

THE HERO IN US ALL: INTEGRATING EQUITY, CHARACTER VALUES, AND SOCIAL JUSTICE THROUGH MUSIC From entry music to character education assemblies, from music class to concert night, what does supporting a school-wide focus on social justice sound like? We will share performance ideas that worked including musicals, assemblies, and creating a video, plus ideas on how to promote an inclusive and positive school climate. Presenter: Barbara Cogan, Laura Mehta Location: Ottawa Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: J/I

DOUBLE BASS: THE FUNDAMENTAL Everything you need to know to play and teach the double bass. As two double bass players, and teachers, of quite different sizes, Ian and Val will provide a unique perspective on the teaching and playing of the double bass. This is your chance to learn about the foundation of any string classroom. Presenter: Val Wilshynsky, Ian Medley Location: Windsor Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: J/I

TAKING A STAND: FOSTERING INCLUSIVITY AND EMPATHY THROUGH MUSIC Music can be an effective tool in exploring empathy, social justice, and ethics. Through inquiry-based learning and hands-on, practical activities, this workshop will help teachers promote inclusivity in the classroom, advocate against bullying, and explore social justice through music. Workshop activities will include composition, interactive song analysis, and group-based improvisation activities that have been developed to promote gentle risk-taking and empathy in the classroom. Presenter: Danielle Sirek Location: Hamilton Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: J/I

SHOW CHOIR 101 - A BEGINNER’S PERSPECTIVE Have you ever thought of changing up your choral or vocal program? Finding that doing a full musical is too much? I propose running a show choir! Whether it is one grade or mixed grades 9-12, run as a course or extra-curricular, it is a surefire way to get the kids out and to have a lot of fun! This session will be given from a beginner’s perspective that will give you the basics of setting up a show choir, organizing, rehearsing, performing, and even marking if you run it as a course. You will get practical tools and tips as well as participate in a live demo! Presenter: Deanna Van Zeeland Location: New York Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I/S 37

GOOGLE WHAT?!? IN THE MUSIC CLASSROOM?!? Are you hoping to use digital portfolios in your Music classroom, but don’t know where to start? Want your students to make music videos, but have no idea what tools are available? Are you confused by acronyms like GAFE or GAPPS that seem to be everywhere today? Work with Jocelyn Kervin and Kristen Morrison to learn how to use Google Apps, iDoceo, iMovie, Camtasia, Google Classroom, and more for YOUR classroom, in this interactive music tech workshop. Before you head off to another workshop, start here with Step 1! Presenter: Jocelyn Kervin, Kristen Morrison Location: Paris Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: ALL

ASSESSMENT AND MUSIC CLASS Combined-level music classes are a reality in high schools today. This workshop will discuss strategies to make the best out of a tough situation. No matter what type of combined class, this will provide you with advice, activities, and hands-on strategies to help all of your students develop their skills. Presenter: Jennifer Luxmore-Begin, Marilyn Lee, Angie Reichenbach Location: Mississauga A Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: P/J

STRATEGIES FOR THE ELL/ESL STUDENT IN THE MUSIC CLASSROOM Classrooms across Ontario are filled with students whose first language or language spoken at home is not English. As educators, it is our responsibility to ensure that all students, even those with developing English-language skills, feel safe, comfortable and engaged in the classroom. This workshop will highlight the advantages of Sheltered Education in the music classroom and offer everyday strategies to help make the regular music class more accessible to English-language learners. Music truly is a universal language and can be instrumental in the success of ELL and ESL students in Ontario schools. Presenter: Lani Sommers Location: Mississauga B Sponsor: Fun with Composers Level: I/S

HOW TO INCORPORATE ONLINE MUSIC COMMUNITIES INTO THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE Learning and creating music is a fun, interactive, and collaborative effort between students and educators. More recently, there have been a number of online music communities that have looked to bring together musicians on multiple levels. This presentation takes a look at a few online communities, and how to utilize them in conjunction with any music education environment. Presenter: Joseph Howard Location: Mississauga C Sponsor: Hal Leonard Corporation Level: S 38

CONNECTING NUMERACY AND THE ARTS Is your school goal all about math and numeracy? Do you want to support the classroom teachers in your school? The team from Thames Valley DSB will share tried-and-true lessons that music teachers can use in their classrooms and are directly connected to the Music curriculum. Grades 1-8 will be addressed in this workshop and resources will be shared. Presenter: Helen Coker, Lynn Gracey, Julie Malcolm Location: Terrace Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: P/J/I

CONVERSATION NOOK - SECONDARY There is a NEW strand for iINSPIRE#15, called Conversation Nooks. In many schools, there is only ONE music educator so it is difficult to find others to problem solve, share, and develop ideas by receiving input. This area will provide delegates an opportunity to drop in and have some conversations and sharing of expertise in a very informally structured environment. Each session will be guaranteed to have a few educators present to share in the conversations. It’s also a great way to learn more and also meet new people. Location: York Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: S 39

WORKSHOP SESSION 3 (2:45 - 4:00PM)

A PEDAGOGY OF MUSIC AND GROWTH MINDSET IN FDK Developing a pedagogy of music in Full-day Kindergarten builds community and engages students in their learning. How does an educator’s growth mindset affect their pedagogy? This workshop will explore how our mindset influences our teaching and children’s learning in the Full-day Kindergarten Program. Presenter: Angela Shantz Location: London Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: P

TAKE ACTION! STRATEGIES FOR APPLYING ACTION RESEARCH IN THE MUSIC CLASSROOM Music teachers are often isolated specialists who must learn to evaluate their own teaching critically, and enact changes to benefit their students. Using Action Research principles (reflect, plan, act, and observe), we will provide real-world examples for improving practice in several teaching contexts. While encouraging reflective, dynamic, and flexible teaching, such strategies also help in preparing for teacher evaluations, lesson planning, and tracking student progress. Grounded in realistic expectations for today’s teachers, we suggest strategies for making small changes that produce major results. This workshop is intended for K-12 teachers, studio teachers, community music facilitators, and anyone interested in systematically reflecting on their teaching to enact positive change. Presenter: Jennifer Blackwell, Nicholas Roseth, Anne Sullivan Mileski Location: Peel Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: ALL

LISTENING FUN WITH SCARVES, TENNIS BALLS AND MORE Have fun moving with scarves, paper plates, parachutes, ribbons, tennis balls and cups to music! Make classical music listening the requested activity in your classroom with these fun activities! Learn some assessment strategies and ways to help improve audience behaviour - of your students and their parents. This is a participatory session, and even teachers who like to sit in the back of the room will be engaged. Presenter: Denise Gagne Location: Halton Sponsor: Themes and Variations Level: P/J

MUSICAL FUTURES CANADA: IT’S THE WAY WE LEARN! One of the best ways to learn about what Musical Futures is all about is to come and experience it. In this hands-on session, we’re going to actually put the instruments in your hands and set you loose on some pretty engaging experiences that will engage your imagination and creativity! Presenter: Stephen Hurley Location: Toronto A&B Sponsor: Roland Canada Level: ALL 40

TUNEFUL, BEATFUL, ARTFUL SINGING FOR UPPER ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL In this session, participants will experience movement activities intended for students in mid to upper elementary school. Playground games and song-dances are great to further develop beatful skills with fun challenges to coordinate the beat with objects and other people. Presenter: John Feierabend Location: Montreal A&B Sponsor: GIA Publications & Steve’s Music Level: J/I

LISTENING, REFLECTING, AND RESPONDING Strategies to assist students in mindfully listening, responding, and analyzing a variety of music will be shared. The focus will be on integration across the curriculum. Presenter: Kim Eyre Location: Ottawa Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: J/I

TAKING YOUR ADVANCED ORCHESTRA TO THE NEXT LEVEL Attendees will learn the following: 1. effective solutions to finger pattern and fine tuning problems, including new etudes, tuning canons, scales and chorales; 2. rhythmic literacy strategies for teaching students to read with greater independence; and 3. warm-up exercises for developing clean articulations and a mature ensemble tone. Presenter: Chris Selby Location: Windsor Sponsor: Harknett Musical Services, Steve’s Music Store, & GIA Publications Level: I/S

TEACHING AND REHEARSING THE MIDDLE SCHOOL BAND Centering and focusing activities at the beginning of rehearsal encourages a “musical mindset” for your students. Techniques to innovate, captivate, educate, and provide an aesthetic experience for your students through a variety of activities will be demonstrated. These activities give context to the piece being performed. Presenter: Marguerite Wilder Location: Hamilton Sponsor: GIA Publications & Steve’s Music Level: J/I 41

CHORAL PROGRAM WITH QUALITY LITERATURE: READING SESSION Improve and sustain a distinctive choral program in your school that studies and performs a wide variety of repertoire from all genres, while using the most appropriate performance practices. Jerry Rubino, master teacher and professional musician, will draw on his years of experience as a conductor to guide you through warm-ups, rehearsal techniques, how to shift your choral sound to match the style of the piece, and other tips. Sample packet will be provided to all participants. Presenter: Jerry Rubino Location: New York Sponsor: Hal Leonard Corporation Level: J/I/S

MUSIC FOR CHANGE: EXPLORING SOCIAL JUSTICE IN THE MUSIC CLASSROOM Popular music is not just something to listen to in the car; since the 60s and the civil rights movement, music has been used as a vehicle for creating social change. Our students consume popular music on a daily basis, but do they understand the greater purpose music can serve? Music can be an effective vehicle for expressing dissatisfaction, discontent, and even outrage. It can change a nation; it can change the world. Learn to motivate your students to use music to become agents of change. Two tech- savvy teachers share tried and tested activities to engage a diverse student population in social activism through music. Presenter: Kristen Morrison, Jocelyn Kervin Location: Paris Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I/S

FREE TECHNOLOGY FOR THE MUSIC EDUCATOR (repeat session) Almost everything that you could possibly need or use as a musician or music educator is available to you over the Internet absolutely FREE. You just need to know where to look. Freedman will look at Interactive websites, video, audio, screen-capture software, music notation software, music theory, recording software, and music creation/composition tools, music sharing, downloading tools, and music tools for your Smart Phone, iPod, iPad or computer. Freedman will provide a look at the enormous amount of free technology waiting for you and your students to grab and use off the internet. No live internet access is needed. All the information will be stored via pictures and preloaded audio or video. Participants will be provided with a detailed list of website URLs and other locations to access the free, no-strings-attached technology. Presenter: Barbara Freedman Location: Mississauga A Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: ALL 42

BEGINNING BAND: START THEM RIGHT! PART I When beginning to learn an instrument, the first few weeks are critical for developing proper technique and habits. This session will provide very practical solutions for the teacher to directly employ in his or her class — solutions that will look at each instrument and what is necessary to give your students the BEST start possible. After the session, you’ll leave with a wealth of practical solutions that have been developed and refined over many years. Your bands will improve greatly, and your retention rates should increase strongly. Presenter: Kevin Hamlin Location: Mississauga B Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I

MULTI-LEVEL CLASSROOMS Increasingly, teachers are being asked to teach classes that may contain two or more grade levels, destination streams, foci, or even disciplines. While this is new to larger schools, this has been the reality for many years in Ontario’s smaller rural institutions. This workshop will address structures, strategies, and potential successes of the multi-level class, with an emphasis on meeting the needs of the student while addressing the Ontario curriculum. Presenter: Jim Palmer Location: Mississauga C Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I/S

RHYTHM & BUCKET DRUMMING (repeated on Saturday) This bucket drumming workshop is a hands-on, interactive presentation. It outlines various ways to teach rhythm, and lets you have fun learning and drumming in the process. This workshop also challenges your rhythmic abilities and will cover simple to complex rhythms. Learn new things or improve what you know! Presenter: David Lowe Location: Terrace Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: ALL

CONVERSATION NOOK - GROWTH MINDSET/ASSESSMENT/GROWING SUCCESS There is a NEW strand for iINSPIRE#15, called Conversation Nooks. In many schools, there is only ONE music educator so it is difficult to find others to problem solve, share, and develop ideas by receiving input. This area will provide delegates an opportunity to drop in and have some conversations and sharing of expertise in a very informally structured environment. Each session will be guaranteed to have a few educators present to share in the conversations. It’s also a great way to learn more and also meet new people. Location: York Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: P/J 43

SATURDAY WORKSHOPS

WORKSHOP SESSION 4 (10:15 - 11:30AM)

RIFFS AS METHOD: WHAT SUCCESSFUL MUSIC EDUCATION MIGHT ALSO LOOK LIKE This workshop will look at how “riffs” from popular music might be used as a “method” for instrumental music (strings, band, guitar, ukulele). Familiar music might jump start development in tone, articulation, and other technical aspects, but, most importantly, might heighten student engagement, creativity, and involvement in music programs. We will look at basic warm-ups and exercises using familiar tunes and also look at creating class arrangements from building blocks of 3-4 riffs of a song. There will also be time for best practice sharing from participants. Presenter: Douglas Friesen Location: London Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I/S

CREATIVE INTERPRETATION: TURNING SILENCE INTO SOUND For this workshop, we will use the Ontario Band Association Provincial Honour Band as a demonstration ensemble. The workshop will demonstrate how we can turn our personal score study into a collaborative and engaging musical experience for our students. Presenter: Dr. Donald McKinney Location: International A Sponsor: Ontario Band Association, Ontario Provincial Honour Band Level: I/S

“WE ARE THE ACTORS, THE MUSIC IS THE SCRIPT” – REHEARSAL TECHNIQUES THAT INSTANTLY IMPROVE YOUR WIND ENSEMBLE, PART TWO Based on years of experience teaching band at the high school and university levels, Sam Hazo will teach attendees his “rules” for getting the sound you’ve always wanted from your wind ensemble. His simple and profound techniques will literally cause an instant change in nearly every area, from foundation to finesse. You’ll notice the difference after one rehearsal. Presenter: Samuel R. Hazo Location: International C Sponsor: Hal Leonard Corporation Level: J/I/S

BRIDGING MUSIC OF THE PAST IN THE EARLY YEARS CLASSROOM INTO THE PRESENT AND FUTURE Sing authentic Early Years French songs and play authentic games and finger plays using these collected songs of the past and reinforce them using YouTube. Voice care will be discussed as well as the rhythm instruments that can be used. Videotaping will be permitted to remember the games. Get ready to sing, dance and play instruments! Presenter: Betty Lee-Daigle Location: Peel Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: P - French Immersion 44

THEY’RE NOT JUST TOYS!: TECHNIQUE ON THE FIVE FUNDAMENTAL PERCUSSION INSTRUMENTS Often these battery and accessory instruments of the percussion family are taken for granted and we hope to provide a fresh look at the fundamentals of tambourine, triangle, cymbals, bass drum, and snare drum! We will investigate together the technique and sound concepts that can make these instruments help your ensembles come to life. Presenter: Duo Percussion Location: Halton Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: J/I/S

AWESOME APPS & INTERACTIVE RESOURCES In this session, Denise will introduce apps for iPad/iPhone and Android and digital games and resources for teaching note reading, rhythms, and recorder. Denise will share different ways and reasons to use iPads in the classroom and will show how to hook up the iPad to a computer/projector. There are so many amazing free and almost free apps and Smartboard files that it’s hard to find time to review them all. This session will give teachers a preview of some of the best! Presenter: Denise Gagne Location: Aurora Sponsor: Themes & Variations Level: J

WORLD MUSIC DRUMMING Explore world music drumming with Will Schmid, DeLucia Prize winner for Innovation in Music Education. Discover why focus, listening, watching, drumming, singing, and moving have made this concept the active curriculum of choice in elementary, middle, and high schools. This session will provide an interactive tour with hands-on-immersion via recordings, arrangements, video demos, and cultural connections. Bring the excitement of African, Latin, and other national rhythms and vocal traditions into your own classroom. Presenter: Will Schmid Location: Toronto A&B Sponsor: Hal Leonard Corporation Level: J/I/S

MOVIN’ TO THE MUSIC Movement and music are natural partners in the P/J classroom. This workshop includes warm-ups, children’s movement games, folk dances, an easy line dance, Nutcracker movement activities, ideas to help students create their own choreography, and assessment strategies for movement. Come and get your groove on! Presenter: Sharon Dutton Location: Montreal A&B Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: P/J 45

THE INTERSECTION OF TEACHING, LEARNING, AND EVALUATION Music educators face many challenges determining what constitutes an effective measure of student growth and how to authentically assess student progress. When student growth becomes a part of measuring teacher proficiency, it adds a level of accountability that is complex and often confusing. This session will explore student growth and assessment and how educators can be reflective of their practice, while still encouraging students to develop as thoughtful, independent musicians. Presenter: Heather Cote Location: Ottawa Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: ALL

I KNOW WHAT I WANT TO REHEARSE.... BUT WHAT AM I SUPPOSED TO TEACH? Attendees will learn how to assess the needs of their string students and identify strategies that develop needed skills. We will discuss ways to organize strategies into long range and daily lesson plans, and how to embed well-sequenced technique-building strategies and exercises into traditional orchestra rehearsals. Presenter: Chris Selby Location: Windsor Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I/S

YOUR “OFF THE WALL” VOCAL CLASS Many vocal classes are mixed level, grades 9-12 and recently, more classes are being taught by non-vocal specialists. You might be a new teacher with an AQ course as your background or an instrumentalist who finds that you’ve been assigned to teach the vocal class or direct the choir. Let’s explore some strategies and your mindset as you prepare to create a dynamic, challenging, rewarding, and inspiring musical environment for your students! Presenter: Brenda Uchimaru Location: New York Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15, Cosmo Music Level: I/S 46

CARIBBEAN POEMS AND SONGS FOR KINDERGARTEN AND PRIMARY This is an interactive, lively, and musical workshop. Participants will explore traditional songs and games and their pedagogical applications. We will play traditional instruments and learn a brief history of African and Caribbean music. Presenter: Nadia Hohn Location: Paris Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: P

TEACHING MUSIC WITH TECHNOLOGY: LESSONS THAT WORK All students can have meaningful hands-on applied learning experiences that will impact not only their music experience and learning but also their understanding and comfort with 21st century technology. This presentation will explore lessons and curriculum to teach composition and theory skills for beginning students to be successful creators of music. Techniques on use of the software, lesson plans on composition and theory skills will be discussed, all highlighted with examples of student compositions. Presenter: Barbara Freedman Location: Mississauga A Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: ALL

BEGINNING BAND: START THEM RIGHT! PART II When beginning to learn an instrument, the first few weeks are critical for developing proper technique and habits. This session will provide very practical solutions for the teacher to directly employ in their class — solutions that will look at each instrument and what is necessary to give your students the best start possible. Please note: This session is called “Part 2” because it continues beyond material introduced in Session 1. It does not specifically matter whether you have attended “Part 1” or not. All are welcome!! Guaranteed tools to help your bands sound great and vastly improve enrollment and retention in your program. Presenter: Kevin Hamlin Location: Mississauga B Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I

BYOD IN THE MUSIC CLASSROOM? Typical BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) encourages students to bring whatever tech tools they have at their disposal to the classroom to promote learning. This offers high levels of differentiation, student-teacher interaction, and 21st Century learning, but how could it work in a music classroom? This workshop will present one approach to this possibility, exploring many tech tools to enhance music education. There will be time to explore some of these tools as well yourself. Definitely BYOD if you have them, but don’t worry, it’s not BYOI (instrument)! Presenter: Chris Theijsmeijer Location: Mississauga C Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: J/I/S 47

CONTEMPORARY MUSIC ENSEMBLE Last year, Etobicoke School of the Arts implemented a Contemporary Music Ensemble. This group learns contemporary commercial repertoire by rote, through lifting from recordings, using chord charts and short riff charts. Through demonstration and discussion, the process for creation using this method will be explained. Discussion will not only include practical ways to implement an ensemble of this nature, but also the pedagogical philosophy behind its creation, in addition to curricular connections and relevance. Presenter: Megan Benjafield, Pamela Bettger Location: Terrace Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I/S

CONVERSATION NOOK - MULTI-LEVEL CLASSES, SECONDARY There is a NEW strand for iINSPIRE#15, called Conversation Nooks. In many schools, there is only ONE music educator so it is difficult to find others to problem solve, share, and develop ideas by receiving input. This area will provide delegates an opportunity to drop in and have some conversations and sharing of expertise in a very informally structured environment. Each session will be guaranteed to have a few educators present to share in the conversations. It’s also a great way to learn more and also meet new people. Location: York Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: S HANDS-ON MUSIC PRESENTATIONS Assemblies & Workshops for K to 12 Students Music Around The World: Assembly or Workshop World Drum Circle: Hands-on Assembly First Nations Music and Dance: Workshop Ancient Civilizations: Workshop Medieval Times: Workshop Rhythm & Melody Ear Training Workshop for Choirs Parent Involvement Drum Circle Music in Special Education PD, Music for ECEs PD Community Drum Circles & Music Workshops

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WORKSHOP SESSION 5 (1:00 - 2:15PM)

BRAVING THE ELEMENTARY MUSICAL Musicals, when planned well, can be rewarding, memorable experiences for students and staff. When contemplating a musical production, there are many considerations: Is my school suitable for performing a musical? What grades should be involved? How many students? What resources do I need? How do I organize auditions, rehearsals, and staging? In this workshop, you will be guided through the process from start to finish to help you better understand what all is involved, and lead you as you prepare for this exciting venture. Presenter: Steve Pavey, Lori Wilson Location: London Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: P/J/I

CONCERT BAND READING SESSION This reading session provides a glimpse of new music publications available for your intermediate and senior band ensembles. Listen to professional musicians introduce new works and perform a portion of each piece. The level of music ranges from easy to difficult and each session presents a variety of styles, composers, and publishers. Presenter: Margarite Wilder, Sam Hazo Location: International A Sponsor: Harknett Musical Services & Steve’s Music Store Level: I/S

INTERACTIVE F-U-N FOR EVERY CHILD! Come discover how to create meaningful experiences through “play” by nurturing and accessing the many different ways children learn. Together we will creatively weave musical skills and concept development while keeping the focus on imaginative F-U-N! We will explore a wide range of games and activities through a variety of media: singing, speaking, instrument playing, and movement. Presenter: Deborah Ziolkoski Location: International C Sponsor: Fun with Composers Level: P/J

PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT FOR LEARNING Use assessment to help your ensemble perform at the highest possible level… but maybe not in the way you might be thinking. Assessment for learning strategies are key! In this session we will explore the power of individual feedback, reflection, and classroom community in raising your ensemble’s performance. Take away practiced, student-tested strategies you can use on Monday! Presenter: Wendy Barden Location: Peel Sponsor: Neil A. Kjos Music Company Level: I/S 49

SPECIAL ED ROCKSTARS (REVISITED): STARTING A SPECIAL NEEDS MUSIC PROGRAM AT YOUR SCHOOL Special Ed Rockstars of Sir Allan MacNab blend karaoke and Guitar Hero with Kodály and pop songs to teach literacy, numeracy and self-regulation to a broad range of special needs students (MID, DD, Autism, etc). Energized by the popularity of last year’s presentation, Trevor has returned to share how the Rockstars program has been adopted by other schools in Ontario. He will walk you through setting up a Spec Ed music program in your school on a minimal budget and discuss the challenges and joys of meeting the needs of students across a broad spectrum of abilities. Presenter: Trevor Nicoll Location: Halton Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: ALL

LESSONS FROM COMMUNITY MUSIC The emerging field of Community Music (CM) is capturing the imagination of music educators globally. This workshop, a blend of hands-on and information sharing will address features of CM that have direct impact on teaching and learning strategies in the music classroom. Embedded in activism and social justice, CM philosophy embraces the act of music making as an act of hospitality. CM also privileges non- formal and informal learning strategies, multi-generational and lifelong learning, and a focus on health and well-being. Time for questions and discussion will be provided. Presenter: Lee Willingham Location: Aurora Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: ALL

IMPROVISATION AND CREATION AS EVIDENCE OF KNOWING AND UNDERSTANDING Evidence of student knowledge and acquisition of a concept involves the use of that concept in a new application, which is creation. This workshop will take teachers through the creative process of imitation/ exploration, application and creation, refining and finishing, from rhythm to melody using the Orff approach. Presenter: Joy Reeve Location: Toronto A&B Sponsor: Steve’s Music Level: J/I

TUNEFUL, BEATFUL, ARTFUL SINGING FOR UPPER ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL In this session, participants will experience vocal activities intended for students in mid to upper elementary school. Canons and Songtales are great to further develop good vocal technique through vocal warm-ups, fragment singing, whole songs, and part-singing. Presenter: John Feierabend Location: Montreal A&B Sponsor: GIA Publications and Steve’s Music Level: J/I 50

GUITAR: A COURSE FOR ALL REASONS Classroom guitar programs are growing nationwide. Class guitar can be a vehicle for teaching the essential elements of a comprehensive curriculum, as well as one of the most appealing classes to students. Attendees will learn the essentials for teaching guitar, plus how to develop a comprehensive curriculum in the private studio or classroom, using great pop/rock tunes, a solid sequence, and attractive audio support. Topics will include: The Need for Guitar in the Schools, Balanced Skills and Knowledge; Using Current Styles - Motivate Students Using Song Content; Using CD Recordings - The Benefit of Playing Along. Presenter: Will Schmid Location: Ottawa Sponsor: Hal Leonard Corporation Level: I/S

STRING CHAMBER MUSIC AT THE SECONDARY SCHOOL LEVEL: DEVELOPING TEAM-WORK, ENSEMBLE SKILLS, AND REPERTOIRE Using Haydn’s String Quartet in D Major Op. 20, No. 4 as primary focus, the Penderecki String Quartet will demonstrate effective rehearsal techniques to develop style, build intonation, and improve ensemble coordination. The Penderecki Quartet will also discuss their own team-work methods and how they can be applied and honed in young musicians. Presenter: Penderecki String Quartet Location: Windsor Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I/S

SUBJECT “MATTER”: THE “FUSION” OF MUSIC AND SCIENCE Integrating music with other subjects can sometimes seem daunting. This workshop will provide you with some ideas and lesson plans for grades 4-8 that will allow you to fuse together science and music, while covering curriculum expectations for both subjects. Bring your inquiring mind and be prepared to experiment with this fun workshop! Presenter: Melanie Smith, Bryanne Carnegie-Jovicic Location: Hamilton Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: J/I

JAZZ VOCAL - IT’S EASIER THAN YOU THINK! Is something keeping you from exploring and enjoying vocal jazz with your students? Come and work through some warm-ups, introductory repertoire, and rehearsal techniques. Ask some questions, share your challenges, and get some solutions to introducing the style to your class or vocal ensemble. Presenter: Brenda Uchimaru Location: New York Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I/S 51

LOOK TO BOOKS! INSPIRING CREATIVITY THROUGH CHILDREN’S LITERATURE In this session, attendees will experience the many ways children’s literature can be incorporated into the elementary general music classroom. Familiar books are used as jumping off points for everything from lesson planning to program planning. Lesson ideas incorporate free exploration, naming and practicing of musical elements, and creative extensions. Special attention will be given to scaffolding from concept knowledge into framework for improvisation and composition across different mediums with emphasis on movement and barred instruments. Presenter: Anne Mileski Location: Paris Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: P

COOL NEW COMPOSITION LESSONS APP FOR IPAD, COMPUTERS & MORE! Witness the thrill of making music with NEW Breezin’ Thru Composing! Fifteen exciting chapters of interactive lessons, examples, & videos get students composing with any notation and sequencing tools. The NEW ‘My Composer’s Journey’ feature lets them share work with you. Grades 5-12, access online at home or school. Presenter: Jean McKen Location: Mississauga A Sponsor: Breezin’ Thru Inc. Level: J/I/S

UTILIZING MOBILE DEVICES AND ACCESSORIES TO ENGAGE MUSIC STUDENTS Tablets and smartphones have quickly grown to be the fastest growing technology market in the world. With more and more of these mobile technology “natives”, it’s important to understand how this can be used properly in a musical classroom setting to engage students. This presentation will help educators understand what kinds of tools and resources are available to better connect with music students at any level using these mobile devices and accessories. Presenter: Joseph Howard Location: Mississauga B Sponsor: Hal Leonard Corporation Level: J/I/S

JAZZ TACTICS IN THE CLASSROOM Working with a group of students from the University of Toronto Jazz Program, clinician, Chase Sanborn, offers strategies on building an effective school jazz program. Topics include improvisation, getting the rhythm section to swing and the horns to project, listening and responding, dynamics, group interaction, and achieving freedom through discipline. Presenter: Chase Sanborn Location: Mississauga C Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I/S 52

TROUBLESHOOTING AND BASIC REPAIRS TO BRASS AND WOODWINDS Suitable for teachers with little or no experience with problem solving, repair ability or fixing simple problems that can make the instrument unplayable. Some topics we will be discussing are how to adjust flute springs, align valves, straighten trombone slides and replace pads on clarinets. Presenter: Rob Munroe Location: Terrace Sponsor: Music Aid Level: ALL

CONVERSATION NOOK - INTERMEDIATE There is a NEW strand for iINSPIRE#15, called Conversation Nooks. In many schools, there is only ONE music educator so it is difficult to find others to problem solve, share, and develop ideas by receiving input. This area will provide delegates an opportunity to drop in and have some conversations and sharing of expertise in a very informally structured environment. Each session will be guaranteed to have a few educators present to share in the conversations. It’s also a great way to learn more and also meet new people. Location: York Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I

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WORKSHOP SESSION 6 (2:45 - 4:00PM)

THE BOTTOM LINE: LOW BRASS BASICS This workshop is an opportunity to explore all aspects of euphonium and tuba development, technique, troubleshooting, recruitment, and appropriate repertoire and resources designed to enhance any instrumental band program. The University of Toronto Euphonium/Tuba Ensemble will be the demonstration ensemble in the workshop. Presenter: Salvatore Fratia Location: London Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I/S

TEACH STYLES NOT CHARTS: A CONCEPTUAL APPROACH TO JAZZ ENSEMBLE REHEARSALS This presentation will demonstrate how teaching strategies that focus on developing students’ conceptual understanding of key stylistic elements can facilitate their ability to perform a wide variety of jazz styles in both big band and combo settings. Presenter: Kevin Watson Location: International A Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I/S

KINDERGARTEN MUSIC Kindergarten teachers will come away with cross-curricular music ideas that they can incorporate into their everyday programming. Attendees will be shown various techniques on how to teach a song, the best way to instill creative expression and how to fully engage musically with their students’. instrument playing, and movement. Presenter: Barbara McIlquham Location: International C Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: P

WHAT THE ADJUDICATOR WANTS TO HEAR AND SEE As an adjudicator for the past 15 years nationally and internationally and in her new position as Chair of the Concert Band division for MusicFest Canada, Sharon knows what adjudicators are looking for in a band performance. Sharon will tell you what is expected from the moment the group enters the stage until the clinic is over. Presenter: Sharon Fitzsimmins Location: Peel Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: J/I/S 54

RHYTHM & BUCKET DRUMMING (repeat from Friday) This bucket drumming workshop is a hands-on interactive presentation. It outlines various ways to teach rhythm, and lets you have fun learning and drumming in the process. The workshop also challenges your rhythmic abilities and will cover simple to complex rhythms. Learn new things or improve what you know! Presenter: David Lowe Location: Halton Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: ALL

BEGINNING BAND…WHERE TO BEGIN This workshop will focus on successful methods and strategies on starting/running a beginning band music program. Are you a new teacher or an experienced teacher looking to know more about running a band program? Are you looking to start or beef up an extracurricular band? Need tips on band recruitment, repertoire ideas, keeping students engaged or performing at music festivals? Not sure what to do with split music classes or do you have 20 students that all want to play the saxophone? Do you have questions about instrument repair and maintenance, fundraising or running a school concert? Are you interested in starting up or are stuck in a rut running a jazz band or a chamber music ensemble? This workshop will answer all of these questions and more! Presenter: Matt Peter Location: Aurora Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: J/I

CHOIR! CHOIR! CHOIR! The founders of Choir! Choir! Choir! demonstrate their ability to teach their energetic and fun arrangements in a short time by teaching one to the assembled group. Their non-traditional process bends the choir form into something full of joy, humour, and instant connectivity. Presenter: Daveed Goldman, Nobu Adilman Location: Toronto A&B Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: ALL

INTRODUCTION OF DALCROZE TECHNIQUES Dalcroze pedagogy approaches music education through movement. This workshop introduces the basic principles (eurhythmics, solfège, and improvisation). The activities presented can be used and adapted for students of all ages. Be prepared to move, to be inspired, to be challenged, and to experience the joy of rhythmic movement. Presenter: Sharon Dutton Location: Montreal A&B Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: P/J 55

RECORDER APPRENTICE HUZZAH! Visit the time in history when recorders were big – the Renaissance! In this clinic we’ll experience strategies for teaching recorder, and naturally connect recorder melodies with playing percussion instruments, moving, improvising, composing, and reflecting. Come join the fun as we travel the Road to Excellence! Recorders and books will be provided. Presenter: Wendy Barden Location: Ottawa Sponsor: Neil A. Kjos Music Company Level: J/I

DEVELOPMENTAL AND REMEDIAL TIPS/TECHNIQUES FOR STRING EDUCATORS This workshop will focus on string tips and techniques for educators to implement in their classrooms, with the intention of inspiring students at any age or level of proficiency. Using various pedagogical sources, I intend to provide educators with strategies to use in their beginning lessons: how to approach difficulties with posture, left hand position, the bow arm, intonation, shifting, and vibrato. In addition to the techniques that foster sequential development, I will also share the remedial approaches that the renowned pedagogues involved in my recent research study implement with their students. As educators acquire successful developmental/remedial tools, students have the potential to gain an understanding of the fundamental skills in string playing as individual artists. Presenter: Vanessa Mio Location: Windsor Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: ALL

READY, SET, GO! APPLYING THE 3-PART LESSON TO ELEMENTARY MUSIC CLASSES The three-part lesson model has been shown to help students develop deep levels of understanding and strong problem-solving skills in mathematics. A similar approach can also help students develop understanding of musical concepts in an engaging, creative way. This interactive workshop for elementary general music teachers will allow participants to experience the three-part lesson model applied to music education and to consider how they might develop lessons relevant to their personal teaching contexts. Presenter: Nancy Mitchell Location: Hamilton Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: P/J

VOICE 360: MUSICAL INTERPRETATION AS A LEARNING OUTCOME - THE NATURAL IS THE TECHNICAL MADE HABITUAL Artistry is defined as creative skill. The performer has three expressors available to the audience: the voice, the face, and the body. We will discuss how the dynamics of emotion and meaning of text combined with the composers settings result in an empowered and radiant performance. Presenter: Jerry Rubino Location: New York Sponsor: Hal Leonard Corporation Level: ALL 56

POETRY + PERCUSSION = PERFORMANCE PIECES FOR THE PRIMARY STUDENT Using poetry and picture books, we will introduce you to a variety of teaching strategies to create simple performance pieces for your assemblies and concerts. There will be singing, movement, percussion, and a few surprises too! Presenter: Gena Norbury, Lesley Pontarini Location: Paris Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: P

FREE TECHNOLOGY FOR THE MUSIC EDUCATOR Almost everything that you could possibly need or use as a musician or music educator is available to you over the Internet absolutely FREE. You just need to know where to look. Freedman will look at interactive websites, video, audio, screen-capture software, music notation software, music theory, recording software, and music creation/composition tools, music sharing, downloading tools, and music tools for your Smart Phone, iPod, iPad or computer. Freedman will provide a look at the enormous amount of free technology waiting for you and your students to grab and use off the internet. No live internet access is needed. All the information will be stored via pictures and preloaded audio or video. Participants will be provided with a detailed list of website URLs and other locations to access the free, no-strings-attached technology. Presenter: Barbara Freedman Location: Mississauga A Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: ALL

À LA CARTE OR À LA CLASS: HOW TECH MAKES THE JOB EASIER Paperless classrooms are becoming commonplace thanks to technology, but how can they impact the music room? This workshop will outline how to use technology to streamline teaching, ease the assessment burden, and increase student engagement, whether you teach from a cart or in a traditional room. Links to resources and mentoring will be provided. Presenter: Megan Parry-Jamieson Location: Mississauga C Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: J/I

INSTRUMENT REPAIR FOR TEACHERS BY A TEACHER/REPAIRMAN We will go through all band instruments and look at the most common quick fixes and pitfalls to help save your program money and you time. Presenter: Seth McNall Location: Terrace Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: I/S 57

CONVERSATION NOOK - INCORPORATING TECHNOLOGY There is a NEW strand for iINSPIRE#15, called Conversation Nooks. In many schools, there is only ONE music educator so it is difficult to find others to problem solve, share, and develop ideas by receiving input. This area will provide delegates an opportunity to drop in and have some conversations and sharing of expertise in a very informally structured environment. Each session will be guaranteed to have a few educators present to share in the conversations. It’s also a great way to learn more and also meet new people. Location: York Sponsor: iINSPIRE#15 Level: ALL We’re With Your Students Every Step Of The Way...

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Exhibits in Plaza ABC WORKSHOP SCHEDULE FRIDAY NOVEMBER 6, 2015 9:45am - 5:00pm Workshops and schedule subject to change

Room Session 1: 10:15-11:30am Session 2: 1:00-2:15pm Session 3: 2:45-4:00pm

Niknafs, Linton, Willingham, Bolden (ALL) Janet Bambrick, Elizabeth Seo, Alkiviadis Angela Shantz (P) London Engage!: Making Music through Composing Leontarakis (PJI) A Pedagogy of Music and Growth Mindset in and Improvising Choral Artistry FDK

Chris Selby (JIS) Neil Yorke-Slader (I/S) International A Setup/sound check for Showcase concert OSA String Reading Session Making Your Jazz Rehearsal Fantastic!

Samuel R. Hazo (JIS) Gillan Channer (PJ) International C Setup/sound check for Showcase concert We are the Actors, The Music is the Script I Movement is the Teacher

Helen Coker, Lynn Gracey, Jason Jamieson (I) Jennifer Blackwell, Nicholas Roseth, Anne Sullivan Leslie Stewart Rose, Matthew Moreno (All) Mileski (ALL) Peel C.AmP. (Colleagues Assisting in Musical Pursuits): Supporting New Teachers in Ears On! Take Action! Strategies for Applying Action Beginning Band Research in the Music Classroom

Denise Gagne (PJ) Gary Atkins (ALL) Denise Gagne (PJ) Halton Listening Fun with Scarves, Tennis Balls and Recording In The Classroom Get Creative with Recorders More!

Joe Crone (ALL) Aurora Teaching Academic Concepts through Research Warm-up room Songwriting & Performing

Shelly Sturk (J Integrated Arts) Niki Kazemzadeh (PJ) Stephen Hurley (All) Toronto A&B Linking Dance & Music Elements Improvisation & Composing with Orff Musical Futures Canada: It’s the Way We Learn!

Lori-Anne Dolloff (JI) John Feierabend (PJ) John Feierabend (PJ) Montreal A&B Singing, Dancing, Drumming: A Qallunaat Tuneful, Beatful, Artful Singing for Upper First Steps in Creative Movements Teacher in the Arctic Elementary and Middle School

Barbara Cogan, Laura Mehta (JI) Denise Blaney (JI) Kim Eyre (JI) Ottawa The Hero in Us All: Integrating Equity, Character Got Ukuleles? What do you do with them? Listening, Reflecting and Responding Values and Social Justice through Music

Sarah Morrison & Donna Dupuy (iS) Chris Selby (IS) Val Wilshynsky, Ian Medley (JI) Windsor Bridging the Gap: Linking Pedagogy & Taking Your Advanced Orchestra to the Next Double Bass: The FUNdamental Technology for 21st Century Music Teachers Level

Holly Nimmons (All) Danielle Sirek (JI) Marguerite Wilder (JI) Hamilton Youth4Music – Making a Difference for Music Taking a Stand: Fostering Inclusivity and Teaching and Rehearsing The Middle School in our Schools Empathy through Music Band

Jerry Rubino (J/I/S) Rachel Rensink-Hoff (IS) Deanna VanZeeland (IS) New York Choral Program with Quality Literature: Music That Speaks Show Choir 101 - A Beginner’s Perspective Reading Session

Kristen Morrison, Jocelyn Kervin (IS) Kim Eyre, Carol Beynon (PJ) Jocelyn Kervin, Kristen Morrison (ALL) Paris Music for Change: Exploring Social Justice in Navigating the Path from Unison to Part Singing Google WHAT?!? In the Music Classroom?!? the Music Classroom

Peter Han (IS) Jennifer Luxmore-Begin, Marilyn Lee, Angie Barbara Freedman (ALL) Mississauga A Teaching a Split Class Without Getting a Reichenbach (PJ) Free Technology for the Music Educator Splitting Headache Assessment and Music Class (repeated Saturday)

Deborah Ziolkoski (PJ) Lani Sommers (IS) Just Add Imagination Kevin Hamlin (I) Mississauga B and Beat! Cultivating Imagination through Strategies for ELD/ESL Student in the Music Beginning Band: Start them RIGHT! Part I Literature, Movement and Music Classroom

Joseph Howard (S) Michael Kearns (IS) Jim Palmer (IS) Mississauga C How to Incorporate Online Music Communities Arranging Popular Music for the Jazz Band Multi-level classrooms into the Learning Experience

Kyra Millan (ALL) Helen Coker, Lynn Gracey & Julie Malcolm (PJI) David Lowe (ALL - repeated on Saturday) Terrace Get your classroom singing! Connecting Numeracy and the Arts Rhythm & Bucket Drumming

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Douglas Friesen (IS) Steve Pavey, Lori Wilson (PJI) Salvatore Fratia (IS) London Riffs as Method: What Successful Music Braving the Elementary Musical The Bottom Line: Low Brass Basics Education Might Also Look Like

Donald McKinney (IS) Kevin Watson (IS) Marguerite Wilder, Samuel R. Hazo (IS) International A Creative Interpretation: Turning Silence into Teach Styles Not Charts: A Conceptual Concert Band Reading Session Sound Approach to Jazz Ensemble Rehearsals

Samuel R. Hazo (JIS) Deborah Ziolkoski (PJ) Barbara McIlquham (P) International C We are the Actors, The Music is the Script II Interactive F-U-N for Every Child! Kindergarten Music

Betty Lee-Daigie (French Immersion) Wendy Barden (IS) Sharon Fitzsimmins (JIS) Peel Bridging Music of the Past in the Early Years Performance Assessment for Learning What the Adjudicator Wants to Hear and See Classsroom into the present and Future

Duo Percussion (JIS) Trevor Nicoll (ALL) David Lowe (ALL - Repeat from Friday) Halton They’re Not Just Toys! – Technique on the Five Special Ed Rockstars (revisited): Starting a Rhythm & Bucket Drumming Fundamental Percussion Instruments Special Needs Music Program at Your School

Denise Gagne (J) Lee Willingham (ALL) Matt Peter (JI) Aurora Awesome Apps & Interactive Resources Lessons from Community Music Beginning Band…Where to Begin

Joy Reeve (JI) Will Schmid (JIS) Nobu Adilman & Daveed Goldman (ALL) Toronto A&B Improvisation & Creation as Evidence of World Music Drumming Choir! Choir! Choir! Knowing and Understanding

John Feierabend (JI) Sharon Dutton (PJ) Sharon Dutton (PJ) Montreal A&B Tuneful, Beatful, Artful Singing for Upper Movin’ to the Music Introduction of Dalcroze Techniques Elementary and Middle School

Heather Cote (ALL) Will Schmid (IS) Wendy Barden (JI) Ottawa Intersection of Teaching, Learning & Evaluation Guitar: A Course for All Reasons Recorder Apprentice Huzzah!

Penderecki String Quartet (IS) Chris Selby (IS) Vanessa Mio (ALL) String Chamber Music at the Secondary School Windsor I Know What I Want to Rehearse.... But, Developmental and Remedial Tips/Techniques Level: Developing Team-Work, Ensemble Whatam I Supposed to Teach? for String Educators Skills, and Repertoire

Val Wilshynsky, Ian Medley (JI - Repeat from Melanie Smith, Bryanne Carnegie-Jovicic (JI) Nancy Mitchell (PJ) Hamilton Friday) Subject “Matter”: The “Fusion” of Music and Ready, Set, Go! Applying the 3-Part Lesson to Double Bass: The FUNdamental Science Elementary Music Classes

Brenda Uchimaru (IS) Brenda Uchimaru (IS) Jerry Rubino (ALL) New York Your “Off the Wall” Vocal Class Jazz Vocal It’s Easier Than You Think VOICE 360

Nadia Hohn (P) Anne Mileski (P) Gena Norbury, Lesley Pontarini (P) Paris Caribbean Poems & Songs for Kindergarten & Look to Books! Inspiring Creativity Through Poetry + Percussion=Performance Pieces for Primary Children’s Literature the Primary student

Barbara Freedman (ALL) Jean McKen (JIS) Barbara Freedman (Repeat from Friday) Mississauga A Teaching Music with Technology: Lessons Cool New Composition Lessons App for iPad, Free Technology for the Music Educator That Work Computers & More!

Joseph Howard (JIS) Kevin Hamlin (I) Mississauga B Utilizing Mobile Devices & Accessories to TBD Beginning Band: Start them RIGHT! Part II Engage Music

Megan Parry-Jamieson (JI) Chris Theijsmeijer (IS) Chase Sanborn (IS) Mississauga C A La Carte or A La Class: How Tech Makes the BYOD in the Music Classroom? Jazz Tactics in the Classroom Job Easier

Rob Munroe (ALL) Seth McNall (IS) Megan Benjafield, Pamela Bettger (IS) Terrace Troubleshooting and Basic Repairs to Brass Instrument Repair for Teachers by a Teacher/ Contemporay Music Ensemble and Woodwinds Repairman

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Exhibitor Booth # Exhibitor Booth # World's Finest Chocolate 1 Long and McQuade 53, 54, 55, 56 University of Toronto Faculty of Music 2 Yorkville Sound 57, 58 J.W. Pepper 3 Soul Drums Ltd 59 Roland Canada Ltd 4, 5, 6 Breezin' Thru Inc 60 Norris-Whitney Communications 7 Eastman Music Company 61, 62 Evolve Tours 8 Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation 63, 64 Rovner Products 9 Cosmo Music 65, 66, 67, 68 Counterpoint Musical Services 10 Rhythms International 69 Music Aid 11 Teaching Aids for Music 70 Charms Office Assistant 12 One Eye Publications 71 Lifelong Music 13 The Liverpool Institute for the Performing Arts 72 Wilfrid Laurier University 14 Yamaha Canada 73, 74, 75, 76 Eighth Note Publications 15, 16 St. John's Music 77, 78, 79, 80 Harknett Music 17, 18, 28, 27 Group Travel Planners 81 Conn-Selmer Inc 19, 20 Queen's University School of Drama and Music 82 Naxos Music Library 21 Fun With Composers Inc 83 Ontario Institute of Audio Recording Technology 22 Worldstrides 84 Accent Musical Instrument 23 Woodshed Percussion 85, 86 Themes & Variations 24, 25 Brightspark Travel 87 Mannion Mallets 26 Folklore Music 88 Coast Music 29, 30, 31 OMEA A Canada Cuba Sports & Cultural Festivals 32 CMIEC B Wenger Corporation 33,34 National Music Camp of Canada C Ellison Travel 35 Prologue to the Performing Arts D D'addario Canada 36 Ontario Band Association E Remenyi House of Music Ltd 37, 38, 39, 40 Coalition for Music Education F GIA Publications 41 Interprovincial Music Camp G Steve's Music 42, 43, 44, 45 Brock University H Tombler's Batons 46 Societe de Musique Contemporaire du Quebec I Pearl Corp 47 Toronto Symphony Orchestra J QSP 48 Ontario Strings Association K Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Inc 49 Sing! The Toronto Vocal Arts Festival L Atlantic & Toronto Festivals of Music 50 Choirs Ontario M Don Wright Faculty of Music, Western University 51 Canadian Opera Company N MT Music Education 52 Ontario Educational Leadership Centre O 66

RESEARCH PERSPECTIVES: RESEARCH POSTER PRESENTATION SESSIONS

Date: Friday, November 6, 2015 Times: Session 2, 1:00 – 2:15 pm Location: Aurora Sponsor: Canadian Music Industry Education Committee

In these sessions, researchers, whose papers have been chosen for presentation through peer review, will showcase a poster presentation describing their research and be available during the presentation session to informally discuss their work with interested music educators. Then, at an appointed time, they will provide a brief ten-minute overview of their research. Authors will disseminate summaries of their research.

DR. RODGER J. BEATTY, Facilitator Dr. Rodger J. Beatty is an Associate Professor of Music Education in the Department of Teacher Education, Faculty of Education, Brock University. Rodger has published both book chapters and peer-reviewed journal articles on collaborative scholarship, informal faculty mentorship, narrative inquiry, assessment and evaluation in music education, and Canadian music in schools.

SCHEDULE SESSION 2

Informal Dialogue: 1:00 – 1:30pm Presentations 1:30 – 2:10pm Wrap-up: 2:10 – 2:15pm

1:30pm BRIEF FOCUSED INQUIRY (BFI): ADOPTING A MUSIC METAPHOR AS THE FRAMEWORK FOR RESEARCH STUDIES Brief Focused Inquiry (BFI) is a new form of applied research which is based on the metaphor of ‘researcher as music arranger.’ This presentation describes the characteristics of a quality music program from the perspective of music teachers, researchers, graduate students and administrators at an international music conference using BFI. Presenter: Dr. Bernard W. Andrews

1:40pm PEDAGOGICAL PRACTICES OF SUCCESSFUL APPLIED STUDIO INSTRUCTORS This qualitative study investigated the pedagogical beliefs and practices of four studio instructors at two universities. The objective was to find common themes in successful studio teaching, regardless of the instrument of study. Themes included student-centred instruction, fostering student independence, strong interpersonal relationships, and the cultivation of a studio culture. Presenter: Jennifer Blackwell 67

1:50pm LISTENING TO THE WISDOM OF YOUTH This poster session presents the results of a three-year study by the Coalition for Music Education in Canada as part of its Wise Voices for Music initiative. The insight from young people regarding their school music experiences will be highlighted and recommendations for next steps will be presented. Presenters: Dr. Eric Favaro and Holly Nimmons, Coalition for Music Education

2:00pm EXPLORING ONTARIO ELEMENTARY TEACHERS’ PERCEPTION OF THEIR MUSIC INSTRUCTION: WHAT IS HAPPENING IN ONTARIO CLASSROOMS? This session presents results of a 2014 survey of Ontario elementary teachers (N = 138), describing teachers’ training and experience, their instructional practices, their comfort in music instruction, their perception of their adherence to the curriculum, and conditions affecting their students’ music opportunities. Descriptive statistics and significant correlations are presented. OMEAadvert-AtlanticFestivals-Revised.pdf 1 2015-09-05 12:41 PM Presenter: Paul Vernon

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DR. BERNARD W. ANDREWS - Faculty of Education, University of Ottawa [email protected] Bernie Andrews is Professor of Education at the University of Ottawa where he teaches music certification and graduate courses in the arts, creativity, curriculum and program evaluation. His current research focuses on educational music, interactive music instruction, research strategies, and teacher development in the arts.

JENNIFER BLACKWELL - Jacobs School of Music, Indiana University [email protected] Jennifer Blackwell is a saxophonist and music educator. She specializes in teaching all woodwinds, and single reeds in particular. She is the editor of the North American Saxophone Alliance’s scholarly publication, The Saxophone Symposium, and she frequently performs at NASA’s conferences. She holds a bachelor’s degree in music education from the University of Western Ontario and master’s degrees in saxophone performance and music education from Central Michigan University. She is a PhD student in Music Education at the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, where she teaches woodwind methods and rehearsal methods.

DR. ERIC FAVARO - Coalition for Music Education [email protected] Eric Favaro is a music education advocate having spent his career developing and promoting effective music education programs. Now retired, he continues consulting with clients across Canada the US, Europe and Asia. For the past six years, he has been a Visiting Fellow to the Ministry of Education, Singapore.

HOLLY NIMMONS - Coalition for Music Education [email protected] Holly Nimmons is the Executive Director, Coalition for Music Education and is responsible for leading several successful Coalition initiatives – the new “Success in Music, Success in Life, It’s no Coincidence” awareness campaign, Music Mondays (including the livelink with Commander Hadfield in ISS), and advocacy programs, e.g. Wise Voices for Music and Youth4Music.

PAUL VERNON - Faculty of Education, Queen’s University [email protected] Paul Vernon, OCT, is a musician, researcher, and arts educator. Currently completing his PhD in Curriculum Studies at Queen’s University, his work explores teacher training in the performing arts, education policy, and community arts initiatives. Paul is dedicated to improving access to quality arts experiences for Ontario elementary school students. buy it. rent it. repair it. learn it. host it. solve it. here.

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NOBU ADILMAN AND DAVEED GOLDMAN Daveed Goldman and Nobu Adilman (AKA “DaBu”) started Choir! Choir! Choir! as a weekly drop in, no-commitment singing event in February 2011. Now happening twice weekly, and open to anyone who likes to sing new arrangements of pop songs, C!C!C! boasts a dedicated and passionate membership of inspired singers from in and around Toronto, Canada. They have performed live with Patti Smith at the Art Gallery of Ontario, Tegan and Sara on the Juno Awards, at TEDx Toronto 2014, and the 2012 Toronto International Film Festival Closing Gala at Roy Thomson Hall.

GARY ATKINS Gary Atkins is a Toronto-based composer, guitarist, and computer specialist who has worked in TV, Film and Multimedia. He has worked with composers Wayne Vaughn (EWF), Benjamin Wright (Justin Timberlake) and Gino Vanelli. He is a certified Logic X & Sibelius trainer. He teaches guitar & theory privately and is the Technology Coordinator for the Royal Conservatory. He continues to give clinics throughout North America, guiding others to incorporate music with technology. Apple Distinguished Educator (Class 2007) Endorses: HHB Canada (UAD products), Godin guitars, D’Addario Canada, Sennheiser, Avid products.

JANET BAMBRICK Janet Bambrick is the Program Coordinator for Music for the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) where she supports teaching and learning Music from K-12. Janet leads the TDSB Choral Artistry Initiative which provides an opportunity for teachers to see teaching and learning of choral music in action and supports teachers to work collaboratively to develop area choirs.

WENDY BARDEN Wendy Barden retired from Osseo Area Schools (Minnesota) after 36 years in the district. Most recently, she served as K-12 Music Coordinator. Her teaching experience spans elementary through college levels in instrumental and general music classrooms. She has been honored as 1992 Minnesota Music Educators Association (MMEA) Band Educator of the Year and a 2013 Yale Distinguished Music Educator. Barden is a member of Phi Beta Mu, and in 2014 joined the MMEA Hall of Fame.

MEGAN BENJAFIELD Megan Benjafield teaches in the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) at the Etobicoke School of the Arts where she has been for 9 years. As a secondary music educator for the last 16 years, she has taught voice, strings, band, theory and history/appreciation, jazz studies, and repertoire. Her jazz choir has won numerous awards and competitions internationally. She brings her passion for music creation and not just performance to her teaching practice. 72

PAMELA BETTGER Pamela Bettger teaches strings at the Etobicoke School of the Arts. She has been a teacher in the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) for 17 years. As a performer, Pamela has played in numerous chamber groups and symphonies. In addition, she has been a background performer for many contemporary Canadian musicians such as Feist, Wide Mouth Mason, The Rheostatics, and Jane Siberry as well as The Trans Siberian Orchestra.

CAROL BEYNON Dr. Carol Beynon is Associate Vice Provost of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies, former Acting Dean of Education, and Associate Professor in Music Education at the University of Western Ontario. She is the founding co-artistic director of the Amabile Boys and Men’s Choirs. Dr. Beynon’s research focuses on singing identity and gender issues in music education; she is the author of the book, Learning to Teach published by Pearson Canada (2001), and a second co-edited publication entitled Critical Perspectives in Canadian Music Education (2012).

JENNIFER BLACKWELL Jennifer Blackwell is a saxophonist and music educator. She specializes in teaching all woodwinds, and single reeds in particular. She is the editor of the Northamerican Saxophone Alliance’s scholarly publication, The Saxophone Symposium, and she frequently performs at NASA’s conferences. She holds a bachelor’s degree in music education from the University of Western Ontario and master’s degrees in saxophone performance and music education from Central Michigan University. She is a PhD student in Music Education at the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, where she teaches woodwind methods and rehearsal methods.

DENISE BLANEY Denise Blaney has been teaching elementary music on rotary with the District School Board of Niagara for over 18 years. In 1999 she fell in love with the ukulele and after several years, created a video program to teach the ukulele that meets the curriculum needs of the rotary teacher.

BRYANNE CARNEGIE-JOVICIC Bryanne has her Honours Bachelor of Music and is a music educator in the Halton District School Board. She has taught music to grades 3-8 students for the past 7 years. As a music specialist, she is very dedicated to her profession and seeks to find fun new ways to teach concepts. 73

GILLIAN CHANNER Gillian Channer has been a vocal and instrumental music teacher with the Thames Valley District School Board for 28 years. She has always looked for ways to keep her passion for music education fresh, strong, and varied. In the past 10 years, technology and movement have provided that inspiration.

BARBARA COGAN Barb is an Elementary Music Specialist who teaches full time in North Mississauga. She chairs the Peel Elementary Teachers Music Association (JEMMS), and has presented a number of workshops and activities. Barb is involved with the Climate and School Success Leadership teams at her school, and with the Peel Music Showcase.

HELEN COKER Helen Coker is the Learning Coordinator for The Arts in the Thames Valley District School Board. Prior to that she was a secondary music teacher for twenty years and taught all types of programs: strings, choral, guitar, band, and developmental music. Helen is on the Board of Directors of the OMEA, Director for Member Engagement for the CMEA and has co-chaired three previous conferences. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and working on their 170-year old house in Woodstock.

BRENNAN CONNOLLY Brennan Connolly is a founding member of Duo Percussion and the director of the Wilfrid Laurier University Percussion Ensemble. An active freelance musician, he performs in orchestral, theatre, and chamber music settings. He appears frequently with the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony and the Jeans ’n’ Classics Rock Symphony. He has also performed both onstage and as a pit musician at the Stratford Shakespeare Festival. Brennan holds a Master of Music degree in Performance from Oklahoma City University as well as a Bachelor of Music degree in Performance from the University of Western Ontario. In addition to his teaching at Laurier, he is on faculty at the Inter- Provincial Music Camp and maintains a private studio.

HEATHER COTE Heather Cote is currently the K-12 Director of Performing Arts for the Westwood Public Schools in Westwood, MA. She holds a Bachelors degree in music education from the Hartt School and a Master’s degree in theatre education from Emerson College. She is currently completing a D.M.A in music education at Boston University, focusing her dissertation research on teacher evaluation and student growth in the arts. Ms. Cote has taught music at all levels and currently conducts a high school wind ensemble and string orchestra. She is a member of the Boston Musicians Union and a freelance woodwind player in the Boston Area. 74

JOE CRONE Joe Crone is a teacher, singer/songwriter, performer, and traveller. He has taught in York Region, Simcoe County, and the island of Saipan. He has worked with The Royal Conservatory’s Learning Through the Arts Program and has worked with children to put on over 30 concerts of his own songs throughout Southern Ontario. One of his passions is integrating the arts into academic lessons so that they will be taught to students in a way that will never be forgotten. He has done this in many classrooms, through his YouTube videos and with his CDs.

LORI-ANNE DOLLOFF Lori Dolloff is Coordinator of the Music Education Department at the Faculty of Music, University of Toronto. Since 2009, Lori has become passionate about teaching in the Arctic, having completed 15 visits teaching in the schools of Iqaluit. She is avidly learning traditional Inuit songs, stories, and Inuktitut.

DUO PERCUSSION Nominated in 2014 for “Best Percussion Ensemble” by Drum! magazine, Duo Percussion is a professional percussion duo known for their engaging performances. Recognized for their educational work, Duo frequently gives concerts and workshops at schools across the province. They have performed at both MusicFest Canada and the OMEA Annual Conference. Duo is committed to furthering the education of aspiring young students. Their concerts and workshops have enabled them to help inspire and enhance the musical abilities of young audiences by exposing them to a unique genre of music and immersing them into the world of percussion.

SHARON DUTTON Sharon Dutton has taught music in all grades for the Halton District Board of Education for the past 20 years. She holds a Master’s degree in Music Education and is a certified Dalcroze Eurhythmics instructor. She is currently completing research that explores the holistic aspects of Dalcroze pedagogy.

DONNA DUPUY Donna Dupuy is a band director at Appleby College. She also serves as the Curriculum Chair for the Visual and Performing Arts department at Appleby. Donna serves as the Treasurer for the Ontario Band Association. 75

KIM EYRE Dr. Kim Eyre is an Assistant Professor of Curriculum Studies in Music, Nipissing University. Her degrees include PhD (Toronto), MMus (Holy Names), BEd (Western) and BMus (Western). Kim’s research interests include identity formation and reformation of pre-service and in-service elementary specialist and generalist music teachers.

JOHN FEIERABEND Dr. John Feierabend is considered one of the leading authorities on music and movement development in childhood. He is a Professor of Music Education at The Hartt School of the University of Hartford and is a past President of the Organization of American Kodály Educators. He has given presentations in all 50 states and many other countries. He is the author of over 80 books, recordings, and DVDs, several of which served as the inspiration for the award winning PBS children’s television series, “Lomax: The Hound of Music.”

SHARON FITZSIMMINS Sharon Fitzsimmins (BMus, BEd) is a respected educator, international adjudicator, clinician, and conductor. She is past president of the Ontario Music Educators’ Association (OMEA) and was co-editor of The Recorder for 8 years, examiner for the Royal Conservatory of Music and a conductor at the National Music Camp of Canada. She has received numerous teaching, professional development and leadership awards including Teacher of the Year. In November 2006, Sharon received the highest award from the OMEA, an Honorary Life Membership. Sharon is currently the Chair of the Concert Band Division for Musicfest Canada. Sharon is proud to have taught for thirty years at Barrie North Collegiate where she conducted award winning bands and choirs. She has written three teacher resources and a collection of stories called It Made Me Laugh, It Made Me Cry: Stories From the Music Room.

SALVATORE FRATIA Salvatore Fratia received his Bachelor of Music in Performance from the Faculty of Music, University of Toronto and has studied with Don Harry, Dan Perantoni and Chuck Daellenbach. He is Principal Tuba with the Windsor Symphony, the Tuba Instructor/Brass Coach at the Faculty of Music, University of Toronto and is active as a freelance musician/clinician. He was Principal Tuba with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Royal Winnipeg Ballet, Manitoba Opera, Brassroots, and the Great Lakes Brass as well as having held Tuba Instructor positions at the University of Manitoba and Brandon University. 76

BARBARA FREEDMAN Named the 2012 TI:ME Technology Teacher of the Year, Barbara Freedman has been teaching Electronic Music & Audio Engineering at Greenwich High School in Connecticut since 2001. She is the author of the book, Teaching Music Through Composition: A Curriculum Using Technology published by Oxford University Press. She is a technology trainer, leads professional development workshops around the country, and is a consultant to schools and districts on building technology labs and integrating technology into the curriculum. Barbara is the Co-President of the Music Educator Technologists Association/Technology Institute for Music Educators (META/ TI:ME), Connecticut Chapter. She holds a Bachelor of Science and Master of Music in Performance from Brooklyn College Conservatory of Music City University of New York and Professional Studies Diploma from the Mannes College of Music. Barbara performs regularly with the Ridgefield and Bridgeport Symphonies. She studied conducting at the Hartt School of Music, Westminster Choir College, and The Julliard School. Barbara’s motto, “Teach music. The technology will follow.” has become the rallying cry for music technology teachers around the world.

DOUGLAS FRIESEN Douglas Friesen is an Instructional Leader for the Toronto District School Board. He also teaches courses for teachers and teacher candidates. In these areas, as well as during his Masters studies, Douglas has searched out and explored creative teaching models that begin with student voice.

DENISE GAGNE Denise Gagné is a music specialist with 25 years of experience teaching band, choir, and classroom music from pre-school to Grade 12. She has degrees in music and education, as well as Level 3 training in both Kodály and Orff. Her choirs and bands have won many awards at Music Festivals and have performed for local and national sporting events, on national radio and even for the Queen. She has been a workshop presenter in every Canadian province and territory and more than 39 states. She presents regularly for Orff and Kodály chapters, music educators’ conferences and preschool and kindergarten conferences in Canada, the USA, Asia, Europe and Australia! Denise is currently the managing editor of Themes & Variations. Denise is the author or editor of more than 80 publications for K- 6 music teachers including the Musicplay K-6 elementary music curriculum.

LYNN GRACEY Lynn Gracey is currently an elementary music teacher with the Thames Valley District School Board. She serves as a mentor and coach to music teachers in Thames Valley and serves on several working committees to advocate for quality music programs for all students. After graduating from The University of Western Ontario (BMus in Music Education, BEd), Mrs. Gracey spent five years teaching music in secondary schools in Huron County and for the last 15 years has taught vocal, recorder and instrumental music to grades 4-8 students. She is an active member of Encore…The Concert Band playing clarinet. 77

KEVIN HAMLIN Kevin Hamlin (BMus, BEd, MEd) has been the Music Department head at Collingwood Collegiate Institute for the past 27 years. During this time, he has helped to develop one of the strongest and most diverse music programs in Ontario, with a strong emphasis on concert bands, jazz ensembles, and the use of technology in the classroom. At the 2015 MusicFest Canada Nationals, he received the Keith Mann Outstanding Band Director award.

PETER HAN Peter Han teaches instrumental music for both the Regional Arts and Comprehensive Programs at St. Elizabeth C.H.S. in Thornhill. He graduated from York University with degrees in Music (piano performance) and Mathematics. Peter is an avid believer of practicing what he preaches and he performs regularly in Toronto and the G.T.A.

NADIA HOHN Nadia L. Hohn, BA (Hon.), BEd, MEd, teaches French, music, and the arts at an alternative elementary public school in Toronto. Nadia Hohn’s first two books, Sankofa Music and Media Studies will be published by Rubicon Publishing in 2015. Her first picture book, Malaika’s Costume, will be published by Groundwood Books in 2016. Nadia is also completing her diploma in Early Childhood Music Education (ECME) through the Royal Conservatory of Music and Ryerson University. Nadia Hohn has been a member of the Heritage Singers, a 37-year old Caribbean folk choir, based in Toronto.

SAM HAZO Samuel R. Hazo has been a music teacher at every grade level from kindergarten through college, including tenure as a high school and university director. The Southwestern Pennsylvania Teachers’ Excellence Foundation twice named Mr. Hazo “Teacher of Distinction.” He received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Duquesne University where he served on the Board of Governors and was awarded as Duquesne’s Outstanding Graduate in Music Education.

STEPHEN HURLEY Stephen Hurley has been involved with public education for over 30 years as a music teacher, and curriculum resource and Arts consultant. Stephen is currently working with a dynamic Musical Futures Canada team to bring the values and principles of informal learning and non-formal teaching to more Canadian schools and communities. 78

JASON JAMIESON Jason Jamieson teaches with the Thames Valley District School Board (TVDSB), and actively performs in Southwestern Ontario. He has taught music to all grades over his career and directs a variety of extracurricular groups. Mr. Jamieson also manages the award-winning London Jazz Orchestra, and serves on several committees for music in the TVDSB.

NIKI KAZEMZADEH Niki Kazemzadeh has been a teacher with the Waterloo Region District School Board for six years teaching elementary music. Throughout this time, she has developed her passion for improvisation and composition and has been amazed at the level of expertise young students can reach. Niki has seen its positive effect on her classroom and hopes to share her experience with others.

MICHAEL KEARNS Dr. Michael Kearns (DME, Indiana University) teaches arranging, brass methods, and the history of Western and popular music at Wilfrid Laurier University, Seneca College, and Georgian College. A composer, trombonist, and conductor, he is the musical director of the After Hours Big Band and an active clinician in Canada and the USA.

JOCELYN KERVIN Jocelyn Kervin is active as an educator, performer, and music education advocate. Jocelyn is currently the Head of Music at Dr. G. W. Williams S.S. in Aurora, ON, where she teaches Band, Vocal, and Keyboard classes, and runs a variety of extracurricular ensembles, from Jazz Band to Men’s Chorus. She has had the privilege of teaching in both elementary and secondary panels, and runs workshops for teachers in her “Family of Schools” whenever she can.

MARILYN LEE Marilyn Lee is a full-time music teacher from the Peel District School Board. Her classroom programs include a variety of choral, ORFF, movement, and recorders. Being a Peel teacher, she teaches a diverse population of learners.

BETTY LEE-DAIGLE Betty has taught for 29 years in 11 different schools in 3 boards (Compensatory to French Immersion). She is currently teaching 9 classes of FI Early Years Music/Dance and Drama in a new Early Years to gr.12 school. She holds a BMus Honours (UWO), Kodály Diploma (U of Calgary), Music Specialist (U of T), Early Childhood Music certificate and Orff Pt. 1 certificate (RCM). 79

ALKIVIADIS LEONTARAKIS Alkiviadis Leontarakis is a musician and educator. Currently, he is Instructional Leader in Music for Toronto District School Board (TDSB). He offers curriculum support through staff development, system-wide event planning, and facilitation of professional learning. Alkiviadis also sings tenor with The Amadeus Choir of Greater Toronto and teaches the FSL AQ for the York University Faculty of Education. He has developed well-respected choral programs in several TDSB schools, and was conductor of the Riverdale Youth Singers for two seasons.

DAVID LOWE Over the past 10 years, David has been doing rhythm tutorials and facilitating his bucket drumming workshops in schools, summer camps and various institutions throughout the G.T.A. As the author of The Bucket Drumming Book, he has enjoyed its ever increasing popularity and has sold books in Australia, Europe, and throughout North America.

JENNIFER LUXMORE-BEGIN Jennifer Begin is a Peel teacher with 13 years of both classroom and music specialist teaching. Her music program is as diverse as the population she teaches, including musicals, bell choirs, recorders, ORFF, djembes, and movement. Her number one goal is to inspire her students to love music!

JULIE MALCOLM Julie is a Music, Drama, Dance, and Health Teacher at John Dearness PS in London. Julie is the current Webmaster of the OMEA and on the committee for iINSPIRE#15. She plays Alto Saxophone in Encore, the Concert Band and sings in the Bach Music Festival of Canada’s Chamber Choir.

BARBARA MCILQUHAM Founder of the hugely successful Mighty Music Makers - Interactive Kindergarten Concerts, Barb has 25 years of experience as a kindergarten teacher and music specialist in local and international schools. An outstanding guitar player, vocalist, songwriter and recording artist, Barb’s award-winning music has been played on CBC radio. 80

JEAN MCKEN Jean McKen is the author of Breezin’ Thru Theory and Breezin’ Thru Composing, two award-winning resources for teaching music theory and composition to middle and high schools. A graduate of UWO and Indiana University and an award-winning composer, Jean has used music technology to compose and teach for many years.

DONALD J. MCKINNEY Dr. Donald J. McKinney is Director of Bands and Associate Professor at the University of Colorado Boulder. He conducts the CU Wind Symphony, guides the graduate wind- conducting program, and oversees the university band program. He continues to conduct at Interlochen as the Coordinator of Bands for Interlochen Arts Camp. In this capacity, he conducts the World Youth Wind Symphony and administrates the summer band program. Dr. McKinney has published articles in five volumes of Teaching Music through Performance in Band.

SETH MCNALL Seth has been a full-time music teacher for the Thames Valley DSB for more than 5 years teaching grades FDK-8. Prior to teaching, Seth was employed at Music Aid, a repair shop in London, for almost 10 years.

IAN MEDLEY Ian and Val Wilshynsky (co-presenter) both grew up in Toronto, graduated in performance from respected Canadian universities, and later OISE. They are both full-time string teachers at Toronto District School Board (TDSB) schools and have both conducted the Spring Festival TDSB All-City String Ensemble at Massey Hall. Ian and Val have also conducted string ensembles at various music clinics, summer festivals and youth orchestras. Both clinicians regularly perform on the double bass in orchestras throughout southern Ontario.

LAURA MEHTA Laura is a full-time music and dance teacher with the Peel District School Board. She received her Honours Bachelor of Music in Music Education from Wilfrid Laurier University. Laura is an active member of her school’s Climate Committee developing the Heroes Program which focuses on Peel’s character values. 81

KYRA MILLAN Soprano and educator, Kyra Millan, has facilitated education programs for 15 years for Canadian Opera Company, Opera Atelier, Workman Arts (CAMH), Abilities Arts, Soundstreams Canada, Royal Conservatory of Music (LTTA) and TIFF. As a voice coach, she has worked with Canadian Stage, Stage West, Young People’s Theatre, National Arts Centre as well as Warner Bros. She also coaches aspiring and professional singers in her private studio in Toronto.

ANNE SULLIVAN MILESKI Anne Sullivan Mileski is a current PhD student in Music Education at Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. She is an associate instructor for choral and elementary methods courses and conducts second and third grade singers in the Descant Choir for the IU Children’s Choir. Ms. Mileski holds a BM in Trumpet Performance from the University of Michigan and MM degrees in Trumpet Performance and Music Education from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX. She is certified in Orff-Schulwerk and the Kodály Method and is in the process of completing her Dalcroze Eurythmics certification.

VANESSA MIO Originally from Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Vanessa received a Master of Music, Bachelor of Music, and Performance Diploma from the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music where she studied violin with Mimi Zweig, Kathleen Winkler, and Baroque violin with Stanley Ritchie. Currently, Vanessa teaches both private and group class instruction with the Wilfrid Laurier String Academy, and is becoming increasingly sought after as an adjudicator for festivals across Canada. In addition, Vanessa is pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Studies degree at the University of Windsor, with a focus on violin pedagogy.

NANCY MITCHELL Nancy Mitchell (ARCT, BMus, BEd, MMus, PhD) teaches elementary vocal and instrumental music for the Durham District School Board and maintains an active piano studio at her home in Toronto.

MATTHEW MORENO Matthew Moreno is a graduate student at OISE, University of Toronto in the department of Curriculum, Teaching and Learning. His current research interests are in music education, curriculum design, and technology learning. 82

KRISTEN MORRISON Kristen Morrison is a tech-savvy teacher just beginning her career with the Waterloo Region District School Board. She has taught intermediate strings, life skills level music, congregated gifted, and K-8 vocal music from Elmira to Cambridge. While completing her Master of Education degree at Wilfrid Laurier University, she published articles in Gifted Child Quarterly and Teaching for High Potential. Kristen was awarded the George Bishop Pre-Service Scholarship Award by the OMEA in 2012.

SARAH MORRISON Dr. Sarah Morrison maintains an active career as a choral conductor, music educator, and performer. She is in her ninth season as the Artistic Director of the Oakville Children’s Choir, a vibrant six-choir organization focused on building leadership through music. She is also the Director of Choral Music at Appleby College in Oakville where she has taught vocal music for over 10 years. Her choirs have won awards at the international level including a Gold Medal at the 8th World Choir Games in Riga, Latvia. Sarah has sung soprano with the Canadian Chamber Choir for the past decade, she writes the Youth Choir columns for Choral Canada’s Anacrusis, and is a frequent conference presenter and guest conductor in Canada and the United States.

ROB MUNROE Rob attended Lucas S.S. in London and College in New York, studying instrument repair, graduating at the top of his class. Rob has owned and operated Music Aid since 1990, repairing Brass and Woodwinds full-time along with three other employees. Rob played sax professionally and now plays trumpet and tuba for fun.

TREVOR NICOLL Trevor Nicoll is Head of Music and Head of Special Education at Sir Allan MacNab Secondary School in Hamilton. With degrees from McMaster, Humber and OISE, Trevor also has extensive training in Autism Spectrum Disorders. In 2013, he was voted “Secondary School Teacher of the Year” at the Hamilton Music Awards.

HOLLY NIMMONS Holly Nimmons has been the Coalition’s Executive Director since 2011. She is responsible for leading several initiatives, such as the new “Success in Music. Success in Life. It’s no Coincidence” awareness campaign, Music Monday’s 10th anniversary which involved a webcast of 10 events across Canada, and a live link in 2013 to Commander Hadfield in the Space Station. She also initiated new advocacy programs, such as Wise Voices for Music and Youth4Music. With a background in the Arts and over 25 years of association management, she brings significant experience to strategic planning, community engagement, and youth leadership. 83

NASIM NIKNAFS Nasim Niknafs (PhD Northwestern University), is Assistant Professor of Music Education in the Faculty of Music at the University of Toronto. Born and raised in Iran, her research interests include improvisation in general music education, equity and politics of contemporary music education with special focus on Iran, and community music programs. At the university level, Nasim has taught courses such as Politics of Sound and Music Making, Multimodal Approaches to Music Teaching and Learning, Music and Contemporary Politics, Cultural Perspectives in Music Education, and Introduction to Research in Music Education.

GENA NORBURY Gena is proud to be the President of OMEA and membership coordinator for CMEA. Born in Newfoundland, Gena graduated from Memorial University in ‘86 and spent her first three years teaching K-12 music on ‘the rock’. In ‘89, Gena began teaching music for PDSB and recently opened the Eldorado PS music department. In 2013, she received the Hazel McCallion Volunteer of the Year Award and has also received the Award of Excellence from Peel.

JIM PALMER A music educator for over 30 years, Jim Palmer is a former president of the Ontario Music Educators’ Association, and serves OMEA as Director of Advocacy. Currently a classroom music teacher, Jim is a Prime Minster’s Award winner, and writer for various Ministry and supporting documents for music, including Think Literacy: Music, the Revised Ontario Music Curriculum, OMEA curriculum support materials, and GAINS Music Literacy Supports. He has, since 1982, taught at Athens District High School, a school of 170 students offering a variety of 9-12 music programs.

MEGAN PARRY-JAMIESON Dr. Parry-Jamieson holds undergraduate degrees in music education and composition from the University of Manitoba. Her Masters work is in composition at the University of Western Ontario (UWO) and her PhD is in composition pedagogy (UWO). She currently teaches grade 7/8 Homeroom, serves as the computer support teacher for her school, and runs 6 traditional ensembles out of her room thanks to technology. She is an active blogger, a creator of classroom materials, and tech support for many teachers across her board.

STEVE PAVEY Steve Pavey has been involved with music since learning a brass instrument at the age of seven in The Salvation Army church. He has been teaching music to young people since the age of 16 through various music camps and church groups, and has a passion for working with youth and music. Steve has been working in the York Region District School Board (YRDSB) for 14 years as an J/I instrumental music teacher, is a published writer of drama, short stories, and non-fiction articles, and has produced numerous school musicals and concerts. Steve is married and all three of his children are involved in music in high school or university. 84

PENDERECKI STRING QUARTET The Penderecki String Quartet (PSQ), celebrating their 28th anniversary season, has become one of the most sought-after chamber ensembles of their generation. These four musicians from Poland, Canada, and the USA bring their varied yet collective experience to create performances that demonstrate their “remarkable range of technical excellence and emotional sweep” (Toronto, Globe and Mail). Their recent schedule has included concerts in New York (Weill Hall at Carnegie Hall),amsterdam (Concertgebouw), Los Angeles (REDCAT at Disney Hall), St. Petersburg, Paris, Prague, Berlin, Rome, Belgrade, Zagreb, Atlanta, as well as appearances at international festivals in Poland, Lithuania, Italy, New Zealand, Mexico, Venezuela, Brazil, and China. The PSQ champions music of our time, performing a wide range of repertoire from Haydn to Zappa as well as premiering over 100 new works to date. Described by Fanfare magazine as “an ensemble of formidable power and keen musical sensitivity”, the PSQ’s diverse discography includes the chamber music of Brahms and Shostakovich, late Beethoven and the Bartok cycle. They enter their 24th year as Quartet-in-Residence at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario.

MATT PETER Matt Peter is a music teacher in the York Region District School Board (YRDSB). His extracurricular ensembles include concert bands, jazz bands, percussion ensembles, woodwind quartets, and brass quintets which routinely receive the highest awards and accolades at various music festivals. Matt is a graduate of University of Western Ontario (UWO) (BMus in Music Education), University of Toronto (BEd), and York University (MA in Beginning Band Composition). In 2014, he received the Ontario Band Association Excellence in Band Development Award.

LESLEY PONTARINI Lesley Pontarini is a music specialist who teaches K-8 music at Eldorado P.S. in the Peel District School Board (PDSB). She also teaches RCM piano and theory within her private music studio. In high school, she was a piano major and also played the clarinet and saxophone in school bands. Recently, Lesley began learning how to play the violin. She loves cooking, reading, and cats!

ANGIE REICHENBACH Angie Reichenbach is a Music Teacher (Gr. 1-5) and trained Mentor Leader at the Peel District School Board. She currently facilitates teacher learning on Assessment in Peel and was a guest speaker on the subject of Special Needs in the Music classroom (OISE, Music Parts I and II). 85

RACHEL RENSINK-HOFF Dr. Rachel Rensink-Hoff is Assistant Professor of Music at McMaster University where she directs the choral program and teaches courses in conducting, choral-vocal pedagogy, and music education. She is Past President of Choirs Ontario and is VP of Programs for Choral Canada. She also sits on the Editorial Board for Anacrusis. Recent recipient of the Leslie Bell Prize for Choral Conducting, Rachel serves frequently as adjudicator, guest conductor, and clinician.

JOY REEVE Joy Reeve is known for her creativity both musically and in teaching. The author of two music classroom resources, Orff Levels Instructor, clinician, and classroom music teacher for close to twenty years, Joy brings a broad range of experience as a workshop presenter. As a musician, she is trained as a pianist, singer, and currently directs a 5-part youth choir at the Royal Conservatory with Learning Through the Arts. Joy’s workshops are comprehensive, fun, engaging, and packed with material that you’ll want to use right away.

DAVE ROBILLIARD Dave Robilliard is a founding member of Duo Percussion and Principal Percussionist with the International Symphony Orchestra. He often appears with the Windsor Symphony, the Hamilton Philharmonic and the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony. He holds a Bachelor of Music in Performance from the University of Western Ontario and continued to receive his Master of Music in Performance from Oklahoma City University. Dave co-directs the national award-winning South Huron District High School Percussion Ensemble. He is on faculty at the National Music Camp of Canada and maintains a private studio.

NICHOLAS ROSETH Nicholas Roseth specializes in beginning band, exploring creative approaches to teaching and learning. He is a PhD student in music education at the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. He serves as the Associate Instructor for the IU Young Winds program, providing musical experiences to local band students. Nicholas holds a Bachelor of Music in Music Education from Susquehanna University and a Master of Music Education from the University of Colorado at Boulder. Nicholas was awarded the “Encore Award” in recognition of his public school teaching by the Education Foundation for the St. Vrain Valley in 2012.

JERRY RUBINO Jerry Rubino is a conductor/teacher/pianist/coach/singer regarded for his diverse musical interests, engaging artistry, and passionate enthusiasm for performing arts. Jerry founded and directs VOICES 360, is the assistant conductor of the SPCO Chorale, is Artistic Director of Voices of Experience, Minister of Music at Spirit of Hope UMC and was named an editor for the Voices of Distinction series with Hal Leonard. 86

CHASE SANBORN Trumpeter, Chase Sanborn is a Yamaha Artist and a full-time member of the U of T Jazz Faculty. His series of educational books and videos (Jazz Tactics, Brass Tactics, Tuning Tactics, Music Business Tactics) have garnered worldwide praise for their insightful and entertaining approach to playing and teaching music. www. chasesanborn.com

WILL SCHMID Dr. Will Schmid is past president of the 100,000-member National Association for Music Education (NAfME) and professor emeritus at the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee. He holds a BA from Luther College and a PhD from the Eastman School of Music. Will is a program author for Pearson Scott Foresman’s 2002 and 2005 Silver Burdett Making Music series. He is the principal author of the best selling Hal Leonard Guitar Method (in ten languages) and the World Music Drumming curriculum which brings the excitement of African and Latin drumming and singing to schools throughout the United States.

CHRIS SELBY Dr. Christopher Selby is an active conductor, clinician, speaker, adjudicator, and a co-author of Habits of a Successful String Musician published by GIA. He has written articles for the ASTAS American String Teacher journal and NAfME, and has presented sessions at the ASTA National Conference and state conferences in Virginia, Georgia, and Ohio.

ELIZABETH SEO Elizabeth Seo is a choral music educator in the Toronto District School Board (TDSB). Her choirs have performed at the Kiwanis Festival, the TDSB Non-Competitive Choral Festival, at the Toronto Centre for the Arts, and at Massey Hall in the TDSB Spring Festival Concert. Elizabeth has been a lead teacher in the TDSB Choral Artistry Initiative where she has shared strategies for teaching and learning choral music with teachers.

ANGELA SHANTZ Angela Shantz is a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) in Halton. She has a passion for advocacy in the areas of early learning, growth mindset, children’s rights and pedagogies based in relationships. Angela is completing an Honours Bachelor in Early Childhood Studies and strongly believes in the importance of the co-construction of knowledge in education. 87

DANIELLE SIREK An engaging and dynamic music educator, Dr. Danielle Sirek has been teaching music for over a decade. Her diverse experience as a teacher, singer, and researcher has taken her across Canada, the United Kingdom, and Grenada, West Indies. She currently instructs in the Faculty of Education at the University of Windsor.

LESLIE STEWART ROSE Dr. Leslie Stewart Rose is a professor at OISE University of Toronto. She has taught grade 7-12 music in public and independent schools. Her current research examines risk in improvisation, equity issues in music education, and the joy of music in the lives of adolescents.

MELANIE SMITH Melanie is a graduate of the University of Western Ontario Hons. BMus Honors (Music Education, Voice) and BEd programs and is a music educator in the Halton District School Board. She has taught music to students ranging from JK-8 with the board for the past 9 years. She is currently teaching grades 2-8 and enjoys finding creative ways to bring music to life in her classroom and ensembles.

LANI SOMMERS Lani Sommers has a degree in flute performance from Dalhousie University, Bachelor of Education from Acadia University and Master of Arts in Music Education from the University of Toronto. Her career began in Toronto where she taught in both the Toronto District School Board and York Region District School Board. She was Department Head of Music at Vaughan Secondary for many years and has relocated to Ottawa with her husband and two children where she is working as a music and English teacher in the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board.

SHELLY STURK Shelly has been an educator for 25 years, teaching music and dance K-12. Currently she is teaching instrumental music and dance for Thames Valley District School Board. Shelly has written board documents in the Arts for CODE and has presented at PD days as well as ETFO summer academy.

CHRIS THEIJSMEIJER Chris is a high school music teacher covering Band and Vocal music at his school on Manitoulin Island in northern Ontario. He is also a Western University graduate in music and physics. Through experiences also teaching math, science, special education and guidance counselling, he is able to get creative in his classroom and listen to the student voice to grow his program.

BRENDA UCHIMARU Brenda Uchimaru retired after thirty-seven years in education with Hamilton and Waterloo Boards as teacher, department head, and consultant and most recently at York Region’s Unionville HS. She currently directs the Cambridge Male Chorus, her chamber choir, Kokoro, and Toronto’s Bell’Arte Singers and is on the Board of the Ontario Vocal Festival. For several years, Brenda was Music Course Director for the Ontario Educational Leadership Centre and taught the OISE/U of T Vocal AQ courses. “Uch” shares her passion for teaching as a frequent guest conductor, adjudicator/ clinician, and presenter at conferences and PD sessions.

DEANNA VAN ZEELAND Deanna Van Zeeland has been teaching high school music for the past 14 years, giving courses in guitar, voice, band, vocal jazz, and musical theatre as well as visual art. Her focus is student leadership and success for all levels of artists. She empowers her students to take personal and artistic leaps and own everything they do, and she loves every minute of it.

KEVIN WATSON Dr. Kevin Watson is an Assistant Professor of Music Education at Western University in London, Canada, where he teaches courses in music psychology and jazz pedagogy, and serves as the Artistic Director of the Western University Jazz Ensemble. Before joining the faculty at Western, Dr. Watson previously served as a Visiting Assistant Professor of Music at Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music, a Visiting Lecturer in Jazz Studies at the Community College of Rhode Island, and as a band director in the public schools of Massachusetts.

MARGARITE WILDER Mrs. Wilder is widely recognized as a conductor and clinician, having conducted All State and Honor Bands throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia. Serving as a resource person for in-service sessions, she works with both local and regional school systems and universities. Her clinics on motivational techniques for the beginning band are often featured at state and national conventions.

LEE WILLINGHAM Dr. Lee Willingham, Associate Professor, Wilfrid Laurier University, coordinates the music education program and directs the research and graduate community music centre. He is currently exploring areas of social innovation through music making and focusing on the building of cultural capital through community music. A choral conductor, clinician, and scholar in music education, Dr. Willingham has presented concerts, workshops, or papers recently in Vancouver, Regina, St. John’s, Budapest, and Toronto. 89

VAL WILSHYNSKY Val and Ian Medley (co-presenter) both grew up in Toronto, graduated in performance from respected Canadian universities and later OISE. They are both full-time string teachers at Toronto District School Board (TDSB) schools and have both conducted the Spring Festival TDSB All-City String Ensemble at Massey Hall. Ian and Val have also conducted string ensembles at various music clinics, summer festivals and youth orchestras. Both clinicians regularly perform on the double bass in orchestras throughout southern Ontario.

LORI WILSON Lori Wilson loves music and drama. Since childhood, she has participated in musicals in community theatre, church and at camps. Today, Lori continues to use music and drama as she leads the primary arts at Legacy Public School in Markham. Lori is an accomplished singer and leads music at her church each week. Lori’s energy for life, creativity, and love for little details makes leading a musical production very natural. During the summers you can find Lori leading camps (Dance, Music, Sports). She a mother of three and enjoys singing, writing scripts, and travelling.

NEIL YORKE-SLADER Neil taught music at the elementary and secondary levels for 17 years. Over 40 of his jazz ensemble compositions are published through UNC Jazz Press and Burnihla Music Publishing. He is the Chairman of Musicfest Canada’s Instrumental Jazz Division, and is active as a jazz adjudicator and clinician throughout North America.

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President - Mark Della Torre, Long & McQuade Secretary/Treasurer - Steve Butterworth, Yamaha Canada Music Ltd. Exhibits Coordinators - Kathleen Stokholm, Counterpoint Musical Services OMEA Representative - Dr. Rodger Beatty, Brock University OMEA Clinicians Committee Representative - Acting - Steve Butterworth

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We are pleased to offer OMEA Merchandise to our members. These high quality items will proudly identify you as OMEA members. All order forms with payment should be sent to: Cliff Sayliss, 7 Barbican Trail, St. Catharines ON L2T 4A1.There is a postage fee of $8.00 per order. All taxes are included. Please make cheques out to Ontario Music Educators’ Association. The following products are available for purchase:

Navy Polo $40.00 Ladies/Mens

Baseball Shirt $25.00 Hooded Sweatshirt $40.00

Travel Mug $10.00 Water Bottle $10.00

Complete form and send with a cheque made payable to Ontario Music Educators’ Association, to: Cliff Sayliss, 7 Barbican Trail, St. Catharines ON L2T 4A1

Name ______Phone ______Address ______E-mail ______Item(s) requested ______Size ______Sub Total: ______Postage(@ $8.00 ______per order): ______Total enclosed: ______96

CLINIC SPONSORS We thank our sponsors for their continued support:

• Harknett Musical Services • Roland Canada • Steve’s Music Store • Ontario Band Association • GIA Publications • Ontario Provincial Honour Band • Ontario Strings Association • Neil A. Kjos Music Company • Hal Leonard Corporation • Breezin’ Thru Inc. • Fun with Composers • Music Aid • Themes & Variations • Canadian Music Industry Education Committee

THANK YOU Thank you for making this conference a wonderful experience for all participants:

• OMEA and CMIEC boards • Jai Rao and the hotel staff at the International Plaza • Committee members who have promoted and generously offered their time • Long and McQuade for providing the sound • Student performers and clinicians Erin Milnes Design • Industry sponsors •

Be sure to attend the following sessions! Celebrating 30 Years Visit our Display to View our Best Selection of Repertoire!

Concert Band Reading Session conducted by Samuel Hazo and Marguerite Wilder with the Festival Wind Orchestra and String Orchestra Reading Session conducted by Chris Selby with the OSA Youth Orchestra We are pleased to co-sponsor the above 2 Sessions

Woodwind and Brass Instrument Sales & Rentals

www.harknettmusic.com • 1-800-387-9615 GROW BY LEAPS AND BOUNDS WITH NEW JUNO STUDENT REEDS MADE BY VANDOREN

Juno is the first reed made specifically for beginning students. Using Vandoren cane and manufactured in the same facility as all Vandoren reeds, JUNO is a new cut that makes the first notes easy and beautiful. Students will experience success from the start. Having immediate success will encourage them to stay in your program. Music educators can teach tone and balance from the beginning! It’s pretty exciting to start developing your section sound from the first day your students play. It happens with JUNO. Parents will love them too! Who wouldn’t want a child who was excited with immediate success! Parents will also love that each reed is individually wrapped for performance and cleanliness. And the cost of JUNO reeds is the same or lower than other entry-level reeds!

...it’s their first Vandoren.

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CO-CHAIRS CONCERTS PROPERTIES REGISTRATION Tony Leong Mary Ann Fratia Maggie Thompson Doug Mitchell Kevin Merkley Susan Barber Kahro Craig Thompson Jill Fleming Hubert Brard Dawn Pear Kristen Morrison CLINICIANS Jean McKen Ryan Baker Adam Brox Sarah Arcand Catherine West Jocelyn Kervin Rachel Arbuthnot Laura Lee Matthie Kim Alderman Chris Hoffman Camilla Rayman PUBLICITY Will Snodgrass Marsha King Justina So Julie Malcolm Martin Wigle Jay Rothenburg Cyndie Jacobs Isaac Moore STUDENT Cliff Sayliss Lynnette Charters VOLUNTEERS Matteo Ferrero-Wong Andrew Kizas Debbie Tackabury Craig Wark TREASURER GUIDE Mark Della Torre Sharon Fitzsimmins HOSPITALITY Laura Christie Gena Norbury RESEARCH Jessica Sharpe Lesley Pontarini Rodger Beatty wilfrid laurier university waterloo | Brantford | Kitchener | Toronto

FACULTY OF MUSIC

Wilfrid Laurier University’s Faculty of Music invites you to consider Master of Arts in a part-time, interdisciplinary course of study balancing theory and practice for the development of leadership skills in community music. Community Music This graduate program appeals to a wide range of interests in community music, including:

• ensemble leaders and administrators “ The Laurier MA in Community • classroom and studio teachers Music [is] the first program of • adult education teachers and support staff • arts councils administrators its kind at a MA level in North • administrators and managers of arts-based businesses America and is in step with many • schools and music camps • music/leisure coordinators at seniors’ residences politicians’ and policy makers’ new • prison and probation support workers understanding of the potential of • day care workers • occupational therapists music for regeneration, personal • community youth leaders transformation and social change • church/worship/faith-based leaders • multicultural arts leaders and creators in the 21st century.” • interdisciplinary arts creators • media and technology creators and technicians Phil Mullen, Lecturer in Community Music - Goldsmiths College, University of London; The admission policy for the MA in Community Music recognizes a Board Member - International Society diverse range of musical practices. The program welcomes, without for Music Education (ISME) bias, a wide variety of experiences in a wide variety of musical genres.

for information on admission requirements, Applications for this part-time program will be accepted until course availability and other details, contact the program is full. The program begins in September. dr. lee willingham at [email protected]

wlu.ca/music/communitymusic Welcome to iInspire#15 from the staff at Steve’s Music Toronto!

• We are proud to LEAD with Canada’s most balanced and organized performance music selection for Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, String and Full Orchestra

• Steve’s Music features Conn-Selmer Woodwind and Brass Instruments, complimented by our varied and versatile selection of student Orchestral Stringed Instruments

• Accessories and Consumables are always available at great low prices

• We boast one of Canada’s largest selections of resources for Elementary and General (P/J/I) Music Instruction, for both the music specialist and generalist alike

• Steve’s is proud to be partnered with Empire Music to provide great prices and service on EMUS instruments and other percussion accessories

• Guitars, Drums, Keyboards, PA/Recording/Electronics and Accessories -with amazing institutional pricing on everything - WE’VE GOT IT ALL!

STEVE’S MUSIC TORONTO is excited to once again be partnered with GIA PUBLICATIONS in co-sponsoring and featuring all publications and workshop resources from these incredible headlining clinicians: John M. Feierabend: Session One (Fri 10:15): First Steps in Creative Movement

Session Three (Fri 2:45): Tuneful, Beatful, Artful MOVEMENT for Upper Elementary Session Five (Sat 1:00): Tuneful, Beatful, Artful SINGING for Upper Elementary Marguerite Wilder: Session Three (Fri 2:45): Teaching and Rehearsing the Middle School Band

Session Five (Sat 1:00): Concert Band New Repertoire Reading Session

Christopher Selby: Session One (Fri 10:15): OSA/String Orchestra Reading Session

Session Three (Fri 2:45): Taking Your Advanced Orchestra to the Next Level Session Four (Sat 10:15): So, What’s the Plan? You want your orchestra to play harder repertoire? TORONTO EDUCATION DEPARTMENT 415 QUEEN ST WEST, TORONTO (416) 583-8888 [email protected] TM Montreal Dollard-Des-Ormeaux Greenfield Park Ottawa 51 St. Antoine St W 61-m Brunswick Blvd 100 Auguste Av 308 Rideau St (514) 878-2216 (514) 787-1628 (450) 912-2216 (613) 789-1131 www.stevesmusic.com 101

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