OMEA Secondary Brainstorm Session – August 4 2020 – Recording and Notes

by OMEA | Aug 4, 2020 | Videos, Workshop Notes

This resource is a recording as well as the written notes and chat from the OMEA Secondary Brainstorm Session from August 4th, 2020. Thank you to all members and participants for engaging with us! Link to Video Recording of Zoom Session Written Notes – PDF...

OPUS 100 Conference Handouts: Jazz Orchestra Open Rehearsal/Rehearsal Techniques

by OMEA | Jun 4, 2020 | Workshop Notes

Session Title: Jazz Orchestra Open Rehearsal/Rehearsal Techniques Session Description: Join Gordon Foote in an open rehearsal with the University of Toronto Jazz Orchestra. Try some inventive rehearsal techniques to improve your ensemble performance, including style,...

OPUS 100 Conference Handouts: Fostering Student Leadership Opportunities in Your Music Program

by OMEA | Jun 4, 2020 | Workshop Notes

Session Title: Fostering Student Leadership Opportunities in Your Music Program Session Description: Running a music program is a lot of work. On top of all of your duties as a teacher, there are a countless number of tasks that need to be done to keep your program...

OPUS 100 Conference Handouts: Musical Diversity: Integrating Gospel Music into the Music Classroom

by OMEA | Jun 4, 2020 | Workshop Notes

Session Title: Musical Diversity: Integrating Gospel Music into the Music Classroom Session Description: For decades, gospel music has influenced several musical genres and popular music performances. This workshop will explore strategies for engaging students in rote...

OPUS 100 Conference Handouts: Creating a Culture of Excellence

by OMEA | Jun 4, 2020 | Workshop Notes

Session Title: Creating a Culture of Excellence Session Description: Why do students participate in band? How do you encourage students to continue in band, and inspire them to work towards excellence? In this session, we will discuss what goes into an engaging and...

OPUS 100 Conference Handouts:  Introduction to Classical Indian Vocal Technique and Music Theory

by OMEA | Jun 4, 2020 | Workshop Notes

Session Title: Introduction to Classical Indian Vocal Technique and Music Theory Session Description: This workshop is an introduction to the history and theory of classical Indian music with specific focus on vocal art. Artist will share the techniques of using the...