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This episode is a reading of an article previously published in the Massachusetts Music Educators Journal, titled “The Year of Tyler, the Creator: Teaching the Creative Process”.

Excerpt: “In my music production classroom, I often use Tyler as an example of what we call “the other 80%”—the creative potential that exists beyond standardized metrics of success. Tyler’s journey, from being kicked out of his high school band for his hyperactivity - to producing, performing, and designing every facet of his artistry, is a perfect illustration of creativity in action. Students are often unaware of the thousands of hours that go into honing a craft—the composing, arranging, mixing, and editing that comprise a professional musician’s daily work. This lack of understanding is exacerbated in an era dominated by standardized testing, where students are conditioned to seek “the correct answer” rather than engage with the iterative process of creation.”

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Join Meaghan "OCV" O'Connor-Vince and Elijah Langille as they discuss applying nonprofit principles to public school arts leadership. Langille, Barnstable's Performing Arts Department Head, shares strategies for sustainability, community engagement, and mission-focused programming despite limited resources. Learn practical approaches to building support systems, empowering team members, and redefining success in arts education for administrators and educators facing today's educational challenges.

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As the first solo rapper to headline the event, Lamar delivered a spectacle that was as much a cultural statement as it was a musical showcase. Join Mrs OCV and her Music Production students, as they unpack the layers of Lamar's performance, offering insights into how he used the Super Bowl stage to challenge, entertain, and provoke thought.​

Whether you're a hip-hop aficionado, a cultural critic, or someone intrigued by the intersection of music and social commentary, this podcast provides a comprehensive look at a performance that redefined halftime shows.​

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In the spring of 2024, hip-hop witnessed its biggest clash in history... Drake versus Kendrick Lamar! Eight explosive diss tracks. Secret children. AI-generated voices. Billion-dollar lawsuits. The beef that broke streaming records and changed rap forever. Join Mrs OCV and her students break down the battle!
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We’re recapping the school year! It’s been a wild ride, maternity leave included! Join OCV as she reflects on Beyoncé’s latest work, attending the Massachusetts All State Conference and becoming a mom!

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This episode is a reading of an article previously published in the Massachusetts Music Educators Journal, titled “Emo Rap and Journaling: A New Foundation for Social-Emotional Learning” and reprinted in NAfME’s Teaching Music in the State Opus column.

Excerpt: “As we know all too well, the social isolation caused by the COVID-19 has had a profound effect on our students. There have been several published studies stating that depression and anxiety among K-12 students has skyrocketed since March 2020…With the power of music, we have the ability to not only address these debilitating conditions with students, but to teach students how to reflect on their social-emotional state, and to use music as an outlet and a powerful vehicle towards healing…Once I explained the idea of catharsis, my students instantly agreed that Emo Rap was a way for them to release feelings of sadness, loss, and angst.”

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This episode is a reading of an article previously published in the Massachusetts Music Educators Journal, titled “The Power of a Published Podcast: Creating a Platform for Students”.

Excerpt: “With the growing popularity of Music Technology in schools, podcasting is the perfect avenue to teach students about audio production, explore copyright laws, and provide a platform for authentic student voice. During the COVID-19 Pandemic, I took a leap of faith and started assigning podcasting as a project. Throughout this article, I will be sharing student work and different project ideas you can incorporate into your own curriculum.” This episode also includes student examples that are included as “figures” in the electronic publication.

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This episode is the final episode in the “Student Perspective in World Music” Series. Student Hannah Dutra presents her final research project and summarizes her takeaways with her music teachers: Ian Maguire, Meaghan O’Connor-Vince and Elijah Langille.