technology
to connect to in wall speakers or a single speaker tower. One example is the Juno System, from Front Row, which provides clear audio signal, can connect to external audio such as an mp3 player, and can be linked to student pass around microphones to support increased participation and audibility.
Our music classroom can be loud. In some ways we pride ourself on the richness of sound our students are able to produce and yes, even how loud they can perform. However, these loud environments can lead to stress, strain and even lasting dam- age. By protecting two valuable music teacher assets, the ears and voice, you can hopefully avoid lasting vocal damage and keep hearing the amazing music of your students.
Additional Resources:
Criswell, C. (2016, October). “Can You Hear Me Now?” Teaching Music, 24(2), 26-27.
Johnson PA. “The High Notes of Musicians Earplugs.” Hearing Review. 2014; 21(8):22-24. Retrieved from:
http://www.hearingreview.com/2014/07/ high-notes-musicians-earplugs/
Morrow, S. L., & Connor, N. P. (2011). “Voice Amplification as a Means of Reducing Vocal Load for Elementary Music Teachers.” Journal of Voice, 25(4), 441-446.
Niquette, P. (2006). “Hearing Protection for Musicians.” Hearing Review, 13(3), 52.
Smith, E., Gray, S. D., Dove, H., Kirchner, L., & Heras, H. (1997). “Frequency and Effects of Teachers’ Voice Problems.” Journal of Voice, 11(1), 81-87.
Teie, P. U. (1998). “Noise-Induced Hearing Loss and Symphony Orchestra Musicians: Risk Factors, Effects and Management.” Maryland Medical Journal (Baltimore, Md.: 1985), 47(1), 13-18.
Michael Hayden is director of orchestras at Wauwatosa East High School. Email:
michayden@gmail.com
CMP Summer Workshop
CMP Summer Workshop 2017 for K-12 Band, Choir, General Music, Orchestra and Private Studio Teachers
Monday, July 10 – Friday, July 14, 2017 on the campus of Concordia University, Mequon, WI
Earn two or three graduate credits. Bring intention to your planning and purpose to your teaching. Spend the week alongside great colleagues & master teachers. Help your students develop a deeper understanding of the music they are learning.
For all levels of CMP interest and experience in band, choir, orchestra, studio and general music.
For more information:
wmeamusic.org/CMP Wisconsin School Musician 49
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