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#37 The Gig Room: Real-Time Online Musical Collaboration with Terry Lowry
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Terry Lowry is a prolific composer, conductor, Steinway artist, and host of the podcast Tone Poem. With over 200 compositions to his name, he has performed across North America and Europe and leads several ensembles, including the Carroll Symphony Orchestra. He co-founded Musical Overture, an online music platform, and is deeply involved in music therapy and education programs in his community. Learn more about Terry’s work at musicaloverture.com.
In this episode, Seth, Allyson, and Terry discuss:
- The analogy between conducting and teaching, focusing on how both roles involve knowing the material, empowering others, and facilitating a conducive environment for learning or performance.
- Terry’s journey into music and conducting, starting with his childhood experiences performing with his father and leading an instrumental ensemble at a young age.
- The creation and impact of Musical Overture, a platform connecting musicians worldwide, and the development of Gig Room, a revolutionary tool for real-time online music collaboration.
- The groundbreaking e-concerts hosted using Gig Room, including performances with musicians from different continents and the story of a Syrian refugee who transformed her life through music.
- The future of music education and performance with projects like the Stars Align initiative, aiming to connect people globally through live virtual music experiences.
Key takeaways:
- Conducting and teaching share similarities in preparation, communication, and fostering a collaborative environment.
- Musical Overture and Gig Room bridge geographical gaps, enabling musicians to collaborate and perform together in real time.
- Technology like Gig Room can enhance music education by providing opportunities for virtual rehearsals and performances, leading to greater confidence and preparedness among musicians.
- Innovative projects like Stars Align demonstrate the potential of virtual platforms to create large-scale, impactful musical events that unite people worldwide.
Learn more:
- Visit Musical Overture to explore the platform and Gig Room.
- Watch the documentary “Hear Us” on Apple TV and Amazon Prime to learn about the world’s first e-concert and its impact.
- Subscribe to the podcast to hear more inspiring stories from educators and industry professionals leveraging technology in virtual learning.
About the hosts:
Seth Fleischauer is dedicated to exploring the intersection of education and technology through insightful conversations with experts and practitioners in the field of live virtual learning.
Allyson Mitchell is an enthusiastic co-host who brings energy and curiosity to discussions, highlighting the transformative power of innovative educational tools and methods.
Tami Moehring is a seasoned educator and podcast host who excels in creating an inviting atmosphere for guests. Her warm introductions and keen interest in educational innovation make her a valued voice in discussions about the future of education.
Host Links:
1. Browse amazing virtual learning opportunities at Tami Moehring and Allyson Mitchell's CILC.org
2. Seth Fleischauer's Banyan Global Learning helps schools leverage technology for teacher and student wellness including AI literacy PD for teachers and, for students, live virtual learning experiences in Character Education: banyangloballearning.com
Subscribe to Why Distance Learning for more engaging interviews and insights into the evolving landscape of virtual education. Available on all major podcast platforms. Visit Be Podcast Network to learn more about the network and discover other educational podcasts.
51 episoder
Manage episode 432645389 series 3457505
Terry Lowry is a prolific composer, conductor, Steinway artist, and host of the podcast Tone Poem. With over 200 compositions to his name, he has performed across North America and Europe and leads several ensembles, including the Carroll Symphony Orchestra. He co-founded Musical Overture, an online music platform, and is deeply involved in music therapy and education programs in his community. Learn more about Terry’s work at musicaloverture.com.
In this episode, Seth, Allyson, and Terry discuss:
- The analogy between conducting and teaching, focusing on how both roles involve knowing the material, empowering others, and facilitating a conducive environment for learning or performance.
- Terry’s journey into music and conducting, starting with his childhood experiences performing with his father and leading an instrumental ensemble at a young age.
- The creation and impact of Musical Overture, a platform connecting musicians worldwide, and the development of Gig Room, a revolutionary tool for real-time online music collaboration.
- The groundbreaking e-concerts hosted using Gig Room, including performances with musicians from different continents and the story of a Syrian refugee who transformed her life through music.
- The future of music education and performance with projects like the Stars Align initiative, aiming to connect people globally through live virtual music experiences.
Key takeaways:
- Conducting and teaching share similarities in preparation, communication, and fostering a collaborative environment.
- Musical Overture and Gig Room bridge geographical gaps, enabling musicians to collaborate and perform together in real time.
- Technology like Gig Room can enhance music education by providing opportunities for virtual rehearsals and performances, leading to greater confidence and preparedness among musicians.
- Innovative projects like Stars Align demonstrate the potential of virtual platforms to create large-scale, impactful musical events that unite people worldwide.
Learn more:
- Visit Musical Overture to explore the platform and Gig Room.
- Watch the documentary “Hear Us” on Apple TV and Amazon Prime to learn about the world’s first e-concert and its impact.
- Subscribe to the podcast to hear more inspiring stories from educators and industry professionals leveraging technology in virtual learning.
About the hosts:
Seth Fleischauer is dedicated to exploring the intersection of education and technology through insightful conversations with experts and practitioners in the field of live virtual learning.
Allyson Mitchell is an enthusiastic co-host who brings energy and curiosity to discussions, highlighting the transformative power of innovative educational tools and methods.
Tami Moehring is a seasoned educator and podcast host who excels in creating an inviting atmosphere for guests. Her warm introductions and keen interest in educational innovation make her a valued voice in discussions about the future of education.
Host Links:
1. Browse amazing virtual learning opportunities at Tami Moehring and Allyson Mitchell's CILC.org
2. Seth Fleischauer's Banyan Global Learning helps schools leverage technology for teacher and student wellness including AI literacy PD for teachers and, for students, live virtual learning experiences in Character Education: banyangloballearning.com
Subscribe to Why Distance Learning for more engaging interviews and insights into the evolving landscape of virtual education. Available on all major podcast platforms. Visit Be Podcast Network to learn more about the network and discover other educational podcasts.
51 episoder
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1 #48 Why Distance Learning Works for Environmental Education with Kasey Galylord-Opalewski 42:13
1 #47 Virtual School for Gen Alpha Digital Nomads with Noam Gerstein 40:38
1 #46 Making Music Education Fun, Accessible, and Personalized with Patrick Boylan 39:26
1 #45 Student Engagement and Other Best Practices with DL Veteran Liz Huson of Erie 2 BOCES 42:10
1 #44 The Science of Learning: How Fit Learning Drives Student Success with Kimberly Berens 55:50
1 #43 Earwigs Are Very Good Mothers and the De-Ickification of Invertebrates with the Butterfly Pavilion's Jillian Luciow 33:14
1 #42 Exploring WWII History in Real Time with Maddie Roach 30:37
1 #41 BOLD Moves: How Virtual Schools Are Redefining Education in Florida with Mandy Perry 37:46
1 #40 Podcasting Is Distance Learning with the EdSurge Podcast's Jeff Young 41:01
1 #39 Civics, Collaboration, and Ms. Opal Lee: A Constitution Day Special 42:35
1 #38 Global Collaboration for Social Good with Dr. Jennifer Williams of Take Action Global 39:48
1 #37 The Gig Room: Real-Time Online Musical Collaboration with Terry Lowry 38:33
1 #36 Education Everywhere: The Success Story of Virtual Excursions Australia 40:47
1 #35 LIVE from ISTE: Kate Neff and the Denver Museum of Nature & Science 40:31
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