Music For All: Expanding Opportunity Beyond The Zip Code
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People Mentioned
- Dr. James Weaver (CEO and President of Music for All) - The main guest of the episode, discussing his background, leadership style, and vision for Music for All.
- Dr. Mark Speed (Clemson University) - Co-chair of the pandemic response efforts with Dr. Weaver, described as a life coach during that time.
- Ben and Jerry (Founders of Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream) - Referenced in an anecdote about starting a business by copying existing successful models.
- Greg Oz (Former Principal in Aberdeen) - Dr. Weaver's former principal who emphasized involving every student in an activity, leading to an explosion in graduation rates.
- Bob Morrison (Advocacy Land) - Mentioned as an advocate who states, "if you're not at the table, you're on the menu."
- Bruce Hoglum (College Orchestra Director) - Dr. Weaver's college orchestra director, described as a kind and influential mentor.
- Greg Bimm (Band Director) - Bobby Lambert's former director, described as thoughtful, introspective, and sincere.
- Bob Buckner (Band Director) - Bobby Lambert's former director, described as having a calm confidence.
- Marsha Neil (Yamaha, Mariachi Expert) - Mentioned as a leading expert in mariachi music.
- Sam Lewis (Dispatch newspaper) - The interviewer Dr. Weaver was speaking with in an airport when a stranger recognized his Music for All shirt.
Organizations & Institutions
- Music for All - The organization celebrating its 50th anniversary, where Dr. James Weaver is the new CEO and President.
- National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) - Dr. Weaver's previous employer, where he directed performing arts and sports.
- National Music Council - An organization where Dr. Weaver is the current president, focused on advancing arts advocacy.
- South Dakota High School Activities Association - The state association where Dr. Weaver was an administrator for performing arts.
- Teach Music Coalition - An organization Music for All is a backbone of, focused on recruiting and retaining music teachers.
- NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) - Mentioned as a resource for advocacy efforts.
- NAFME (National Association for Music Education) - Mentioned as a resource for advocacy efforts.
- Ben & Jerry's - The ice cream company, used as an example of successful business creation through adaptation.
- UIL (University Interscholastic League - Texas) - Mentioned as an example of a state association that combines athletics and fine arts, similar to the NFHS model.
Websites & Online Resources
- Music is Education - A massive advocacy tool with an AI chatbot to help craft advocacy messages, supported by Music for All.
Other Resources
- Advocacy in Action Awards - A Music for All initiative that recognizes successful advocacy efforts and serves as a repository for actionable ideas.