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SUPERBOOTH ’26 for Music Educators – Part 3
One way to discover the latest developments in music technology is by visiting trade fairs and exhibitions dedicated to music technology. One of these events is SUPERBOOTH in Berlin — an international event for electronic music— which I attended to get inspired, get to know the latest music gear and meet the makers of so many inspiring electronic and digital…
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What is the right balance for technology integration in eduction?
Regarding technology integration, a major challenge for music teachers is finding the right balance between their investments in time and effort, and the value that the use of technology can add to their lessons. This post explores what the right balance should be. read more
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New Ableton Live Guide is Live!
Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) are now an integral part of the professional studio and music production world. They form the core of almost every computer-based music production. Even when recording acoustic music and orchestras, the DAW is an essential tool for sound engineers, producers and mixers.DAWs have also become so accessible that they are widely… read more
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What makes technology suitable for music education?
In my view, technology is suitable for education when it adds value to what you can already achieve without technology, while still leading to good music education that is meaningful for students. What exactly “good” and “meaningful” mean, and how much added value is needed to justify an investment of time, effort and money, differs… read more
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New academic year: What’s next for muzketier?
A new academic year has begun. Time to look ahead at what I will be focusing on with Muzketier in the coming months. Resources This website will be filled with a range of educational resources designed to support music teachers and teacher educators in enriching their music education through the use of technology. Before the… read more
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Rethinking Assessment in the Age of AI
These weeks, many universities of applied sciences are focused on assessment and completion. The same applies at ArtEZ Conservatory Enschede, where teaching weeks have now been replaced by exam and resit periods. But how do you assess knowledge and skills in a time when AI support is within every student’s reach? Given the extensive capabilities… read more
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Re-elected to EAS Board
I am proud to share that last Friday, I was re-elected as a member of the new board of the European Association for Music in Schools (EAS). During the General Assembly, the current EAS Board — of which I have been a member for the past two years — presented updates to the EAS membership… read more