The New Dalcrozian

Final preparations for the DSA National Conference! What have Lauren and Anthony learned over the course of The New Dalcrozian? Diplome Superieur Louise Mathieu drops by for an EXTENDED chat about all things Dalcroze, but a special focus on the use of recorded music in the classroom.  Visit Anthony's Substack Visit the DSA Website

Lauren and Anthony discuss lesson planning. What kind of sessions will be offered at the DSA National Conference in January? Hear an original composition by Michael Joviala, performed by Lauren. An epic conversation with Dr. Michael Joviala covering topics such as blogging, shoes-off, meter, jazz, and TND Book Club! Anthony's "Jingle Bell Game" Lauren performing Messaien Quartet for the End of Time Michael's Blog Post Register for the DSA National Conference!

A tribute to the legendary Lisa Parker. Anthony and Lauren discuss the utility of Laban effort actions in a Dalcroze class. Our guest is conductor, advocate, and educator Vaughan Fleischfresser. How should we think about advocacy? What is it like to have a tweet go viral? How does this approach to advocacy mesh with our orientation as Dalcrozians? Visit MusicXT on Substack Newsletter! Follow Vaughan on Twitter @VFleischfresser Visit the DSA Website and REGISTER FOR THE NATIONAL CONFERENCE!  SERIOUSLY! Anthony's Music ConstructED Workshop Registration 

Anthony and Lauren reflect on a busy summer! News from Geneva. Using thoughtful language in the classroom. A great interview with Elda Nelly Trevino Flores about the history of Dalcroze work in Latin America! Subscribe to MusicXT on SubStack Visit VDM for info on Lauren's Masterclass Visit Dalcroze.com

Lauren and Anthony discuss lesson planning.  How do we use "props" in a Dalcroze class?  Jeremy Dittus shares his thoughts about materials.  Lauren gives advice for scarf play.  Monica Dale is our special guest, and discusses her background and approach to Eurhythmics. Are you a subscriber to Anthony's Substack? Visit our Facebook Page!

Lauren returns from Alaska with a new love for the Musk Ox.  Anthony and Lauren discuss the recent urgency to "catch up" after the pandemic.  Anthony explores his latest project at SubStack.  Check out Anthony's SubStack Here! Rob Lyda joins us to discuss NAfME and the Council for General Music Education.  It's a great conversation! 

Looking at Dalcroze history with esteemed Dance Historian, Selma Odom.  Lauren shares an activity for creating calm.  Anthony started a SubStack!  Subscribe at musicxt.substack.com!

New York Times BESTSELLER Oliver Burkeman talks about his book "4000 Weeks : Time Management for Mortals."  Anthony and Lauren trade lesson ideas on 2s and 3s.  Lauren shows us her imagination. 

Lauren needs a new name!  How is Public School teaching different from community art school teaching?  What does the Dalcroze approach bring to a public school situation?  Finding the Flow with Patrick Cerria.... buy the book here.

Lauren passed her Graduate Oral Comprehensive exams!  Wrap up from Lauren and Anthony's Dalcroze Lab clinic.  Is "fun" a trap?  Lauren has a DSA National Conference Preview with Mary Dobrea-Grindahl.  New Dalcrozian ICDS Presentation with Q&A.

What are some useful resources for teachers? Anne Farber jam session!  A great convo with John Feierabend.

Lauren and Anthony wrap up the school year, and reflect on the Stephen Neely conversation.  THE BIG QUESTION: We know that the Dalcroze approach improves musicianship in myriad ways.  When did you realize that the Dalcroze work did more than just improve musicianship?  What does it mean to be an education "in and through" music? Dr. John Habron joins to discuss the upcoming ICDS conference.

Lauren and Anthony discuss strategies for getting started with a new class.  Contributions from Michael Joviala, Mimi Hsu, Emma Shubin, Ruth Alperson, and Katie Couch.  Stephen Neely joins to talk about high school programs and encouraging engagement with students.  Neely gives the podcast a new name.\r\n

Anthony and Lauren discuss improvisation strategies, and Lauren improvises like Debussy.  SPHINX President and Artistic Director Afa Dworkin shares her experiences as an advocate for diversity and inclusion in the arts.

Silvia Del Bianco joins Anthony and Lauren to discuss the IJD.  Andrew Davidson gives us the history of Hellerau.  Anthony and Lauren struggle to write research papers and explain the connection of the IJD and Certification. Additional music in this episode by Silvia Del Bianco.

A walk down memory lane with the DSA website.  Lauren and Anthony discuss their history with improvisation.  Get to know Nicole Brockmann, author of "From Sight to Sound."  Dr. Andrew Goldman comes by to share what neuroscience has to say about improvisation.  

Anthony and Lauren learn about Maria Wieman.  Why do we take off our shoes?  Dr. Jeremy Dittus gets us skipping.

Anthony and Lauren discuss non-piano teaching ideas.  Cheng-Feng Lin shares his teaching techniques.  Get to know international sensation Manuel Zazueta.

Lauren and Anthony try to explain Dalcroze to strangers.  Michael Joviala improvises in changing meters.  Weronika Balewski joins Lauren and Anthony to discuss the Virtual Dalcroze Meetup.