Educators who complete all five hours of webinar training can download a certificate of completion HERE.

Music & Sensory Integration with New Orleans Rhythms

with panelists Meredith Sharpe and Will Smith

In this webinar, our panelists explore music sensory integration strategies with the different rhythms of traditional New Orleans music. During this course, participants will discover how to recognize students' sensory needs, the importance of considering students' sensory needs, and ways in which music can help with these sensory needs. Participants can expect to gain strategies, activities, and resources to promote concentration and "ready to learn" bodies for a safe and successful learning experience. This course is led by Meredith Sharpe, Neurologic Music Therapist, and Will Smith, a Preservation Hall Trumpeter and Special Education Teacher.

The Preservation Hall Experience: Designing a Successful Learning Environment

with panelists Meredith Sharpe, Will Smith, Bonny Dieterich

In this webinar, panelists will discuss design principles for equal and accessible learning spaces. During this course, participants will analyze classroom set-ups and musical cues for transitioning in, out, and around the classroom. Participants can expect to gain an in-depth understanding of strategies for fostering a safe and conducive learning space for students with disabilities. This course is led by Bonny Dieterich, Teacher, Disability Advocate and Author, Meredith Sharpe, Neurologic Music Therapist, and Will Smith, a Preservation Hall Trumpeter and Special Education Teacher.

Music & Mindfulness with New Orleans Rhythm & Blues

with panelists Meredith Sharpe, Will Smith, Ashley Bell

In this webinar, panelists will explore mindfulness and self-expression through New Orleans Rhythm and Blues. During this course, participants will dive into the benefits of mindfulness for improved academic and social emotional learning. Participants can expect to gain strategies to peacefully connect students to their minds, body, and breath. This course is led by Ashley Bell, School Counselor and Professional Development Leader, Meredith Sharpe, Neurologic Music Therapist, and Will Smith, a Preservation Hall Trumpeter and Special Education Teacher.

Thinking Outside the Box: Adapting New Orleans Jazz Instruments

with panelists Meredith Sharpe, Will Smith, Louis Ford and special guest Kate Lacour

In this webinar, panelists will introduce adaptive instruments, equipment, and assistive technology resources to produce music. During this course, participants will explore New Orleans Jazz instruments and learn to create original adaptive instruments for students with disabilities. Participants can expect to gain techniques that allow students to play instruments at their highest possible potential. This course is led by Meredith Sharpe, Neurologic Music Therapist, Will Smith, a Preservation Hall Trumpeter and Special Education Teacher, and Louis Ford, a Music Educator, Curriculum Developer and Preservation Hall Foundation Music Artist Liaison.

Join the Second Line: Adapting Movements & Mobility Devices in the Classroom

Panelists: Meredith Sharpe, Will Smith, Dr. Felicia Lively, MeLinda Ford

In this webinar, panelists will explore methods for adapting movements and mobility devices with New Orleans Second Line tradition. During this course, participants will learn encouraging and effective adaptations for music education and music integration in the classroom. Participants can expect to gain strategies that lead to students successfully responding and moving to a beat, certain meter, and different rhythms. This course is led by Dr. Felicia Lively, Music Education Teacher and Arts Advocate, MeLinda Ford, Instrumental Music Teacher and Saxophonist, Meredith Sharpe, Neurologic Music Therapist, and Will Smith, a Preservation Hall Trumpeter and Special Education Teacher.