The Percussive Arts Society (PAS) COVID-19 Task Force was assembled to address the implementation of safety protocols with the goal of creating a set of guidelines, best practices, and recommendations specific to the percussion field. PAS website here>> … [Read more...] about Percussive Arts Society COVID-19 Task Force Report
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American String Teachers Association COVID-19 Resources
The American String Teachers Association convened the ASTA COVID-19 Task Force on May 21, 2020, to create planning guides for string teachers as they prepare to resume string instruction in classrooms and studios in the fall. ASTA is providing suggestions for classroom teachers, ensemble directors, and studio teachers as they navigate the following instructional situations … [Read more...] about American String Teachers Association COVID-19 Resources
Music Education in Wisconsin – Letter to School Administrators
Today the Wisconsin Music Strong coalition released a letter to our state's school administrators and school board members. As Wisconsin state music associations, music education non-profits, music business owners, music educators, and administrators, we are here to help educators to figure out the “how” of music education for this fall. We are committed to ensuring teachers … [Read more...] about Music Education in Wisconsin – Letter to School Administrators
WSMA Wisconsin Education Forum with School Administrators
WSMA is hosting our next Wisconsin Education Forum on Wednesday, July 15 from 1:00 - 2:30pm. During this 90-minute event, learn more from four Wisconsin school district administrators about how they are approaching Fall 2020 planning and what suggestions they offer about effective communications between educators and administrators when discussing complex topics. Forum … [Read more...] about WSMA Wisconsin Education Forum with School Administrators
COVID-19 Aerosol Study Update
Preliminary results for woodwinds and brass instruments are scheduled for July 10th while preliminary results for debate, singing and theatre are expected by July 25th. Guidance to be available shortly afterwards. (Update: National Federation of State High School Associations, July 3, 2020). More information>> … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Aerosol Study Update