from the editor
Welcome to this edition of Wiscon- sin School Musician – our longstanding flagship publica- tion, serving as a collective profes- sional resource for music educators since 1930. For
over 94 years, WSM has evolved to meet the ever-changing times and needs of its readers. Today, WSM is published exclu- sively in digital format, utilizing some of the latest advancements in technology to engage readers according to their prefer- ences across a full spectrum of electronic platforms and devices.
Beyond digital publishing, technology has globalized our world, providing efficient and effective ways to create, produce, learn, teach, share and preserve music that transcends boundaries. Both teachers and students are leading the way to utilizing technological advancements in ways never before imagined. Technology opens up new avenues for musical exploration and expression.
This WSM issue explores the new age of technology with tips for its use inside and outside the music classroom to all areas of the globe. From artificial intelligence to so- cial media to a plethora of other innovative digital tools, writers dive into technology and share some of the best (and worst) applications (and implications) for music education in our modern world.
In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, adaptability is key to embracing innovation and empowering students to navigate the digital world confidently. In this journey through the digital age, there is an opportu- nity to harness the power of technology to inspire and enrich music education for all.
WISCONSIN SCHOOL MUSIC ASSOCIATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS President • Steve Plank •
plankst@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us Principal, Wauwatosa East High School
President-Elect • Steve Michaels •
steve.michaels@westby-norse.org Superintendent, Westby Area School District
Past President • Rich Appel •
rappel@horicon.k12.wi.us Superintendent, School District of Horicon
Executive Director • Laurie Fellenz •
lfellenz@wsmamusic.org Oregon
District Representatives
NORTHERN • Dan Hopkins •
dhopk@csdmail.com Principal, Cumberland High School
WEST CENTRAL • Vacant
WESTERN • Steve Michaels •
steve.michaels@westby-norse.org Superintendent, Westby Area School District
SOUTHWESTERN • Jim Boebel •
boebel@platteville.k12.wi.us Superintendent, Platteville School District
NORTHEASTERN • Richard Parks •
rparks@marathon.k12.wi.us Superintendent, Marathon School District
CENTRAL • Kevin Moore •
moore_k@afasd.net Principal, Adams-Friendship High School
EASTERN • Angie Houston •
ahouston@hgsd.k12.wi.us Principal, Howards Grove Middle School
SOUTH CENTRAL • Mark Hoernke •
mhoer@poynette.k12.wi.us Principal, Poynette High School
EAST CENTRAL • Rich Appel •
rappel@horicon.k12.wi.us Superintendent, School District of Horicon
SOUTHEASTERN • Steve Plank •
plankst@wauwatosa.k12.wi.us Principal, Wauwatosa East High School
Wisconsin Music Educators Association
Brad Schneider, President, Verona,
brad.schneider102@
gmail.com Will Janssen, President Elect, Mount Horeb,
willjanssenmh@gmail.com Paul Budde, Past President, UW-River Falls,
paul.budde@uwrf.edu
Wisconsin Association of School Boards Barbara Herzog • Oshkosh •
bherzog@wasb.org
State Arts Advocates Yorel Lashley • Madison •
yorell@mindspring.com Ben Heninger • Butternut •
bheninger@lightatorch.info
Kevin Thays, Editor Past Board Member Representatives
Jon B. Gilliland • Fond du Lac •
jonbgilliland@gmail.com Gregg Butler • Fall Creek •
gbutler11@gmail.com
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