Listen "Composing Creativity: A Conversation with Jonathan Gewirtz"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Gewirtz, Professor and Music Department Faculty Lead at Lansing Community College, to explore the evolving landscape of music education, creativity in the classroom, and the power of interdisciplinary learning. With a career spanning performance, composition, and academic leadership, Jonathan shares his insights into nurturing the next generation of musicians and how community colleges can play a pivotal role in making music education more accessible and innovative.We dive into his own journey as a musician and educator, the challenges and joys of leading a diverse music program, and how he sees the role of music evolving in both academic and community settings.Whether you're a music lover, educator, or creative thinker, this conversation offers inspiration and thoughtful perspectives on the intersection of music, mentorship, and lifelong learning.LCC Music webpage:https://www.lcc.edu/academics/music/music/Link to the LCC jazz band last Feb:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x45ylLUQzGsLink to a website with links to album:https://thejongewirtzquartet.hearnow.com/---------------------------------Instagram: Conversations with KateTik Tok: Conversations with Kate
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