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Arts Education Feature Writer: Rachel Shirley

Arts Education teachers work together so that students of dance, drama, fine art, music and all of the expressive languages can see the bigger creative picture.

Here you will find articles about dance, drama, singing, music and the Fine Arts. They will introduce you to ideas about teaching and learning through the Arts in ways that develop resiliency and self esteem. Blogs will look at the lighter side of the arts and expand on article ideas and topics. Appreciation of and involvement in the arts broadens education and contributes to a healthy curriculum.


Feature Writer Articles in Arts Education

How to Choose the Best Painting Holiday
Not every art break will be suitable for the budding artist without prior research into the art course available and the location.
Learning Aids for Left Handed Guitar Lessons
Support must be available for left handed guitarists within any guitar lesson, but sadly, left handed guitars, books and equipment are not so plentiful and can be costly.
Barre Chord Exercises for Beginners in Guitar
Learning barre chords is an essential part of playing acoustic guitar, for playing chord shapes at different pitches will enable students to play more chords.
Easy Guitar Lesson on Guitar Chord Progression
Part of learning how to play acoustic guitar entails understanding which chord sequences go together. This will help students compose their own songs.
Learn Rhythm Guitar and Smooth Chord Changes
A sense of rhythm when playing guitar is crucial within a rock band, particularly during chord sequences. Special guitar exercises for the beginner will help.


Contributing Articles in Arts Education

Irvine Believes the Arts Begin with the Young
Irvine prepares youth who show some degree of artistic talent with vigorous, rewarding training in their disciplines, all while also teaching them to cope with life.
No Need for an Arts School in Irvine
With rich arts programs flourishing at all of Irvine's high schools, a separate Irvine arts school is not only unnecessary, but could be detrimental to the high schools,
How to Write An Artist's Statement
Simple guidelines to get started writing an Artist's Statement. How to see it as an opportunity for self-expression and empowerment rather than a daunting task!
The Artist's Statement for Selling Art
How to develop the Artist's Statement as invaluable tool for selling art. An opportunity for artists to speak to their audience.
Why Write an Artist's Statement
Writing an Artist's Statement is invaluable as part of a marketing strategy but also benefits artists by clarifying the vision and direction of their artwork.
Teaching Music Using VARK Learning Preferences
Each person's learning style is unique. Music teachers can teach more effectively with a basic understanding of VARK learning preferences and teaching strategies.
March is Music in Our Schools Month
Every March, hundreds of thousands of teachers, students, and schools participate in Music in Ourt Schools Month to promote and celebrate the arts and music in education
Media Arts Charter School Trains Young People
The Media Arts Collaborative Charter School (MACC) in Albuquerque prepares youth for the budding film industry in New Mexico.
Professional Development for Music Educators
Music educators who teach privately often work in isolation. Dedicating time to professional development can re-energize one's teaching and musicianship.
Puppet Theater for Preschool, Daycare and School
Many children love to perform, and bringing their favorite stories to life through puppetry is a great way to spark their creativity.
Five Free Music Websites to Improve Note Reading
A guide to some free music websites available on the Internet to help music students improve their note reading skills.
Five Free Music Websites to Improve Ear Training
A guide to some free music websites available on the Internet to help music students do well on music examinations and help all musicians develop their inner ear.
Teaching Music to Very Young Children
Many parents wonder if their preschooler can handle music lessons. The answer is yes, with a little bit of parental guidance.
The Best Gingerbread Man Cookie Hunt
When the Gingerbread Man runs away from the classroom, the students end up on a fun journey throughout the school to find their missing gingerbread man cookies.
Motivating the Music Student
Practice may make perfect, but young musicians will never know for sure if they can't find the motivation. Here are strategies to keep the music playing.

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