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Jan 2025
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167 | Connecting Through Culturally Resp...

Bryson Tarbet, M.M.Ed.
About this episode

In this episode of That Music Podcast, Bryson sits down with Ashley Cuthbertson, founder of A. Cuthbertson Consulting, to talk about how culturally responsive teaching can transform your music classroom. Ashley shares her own journey—from feeling stuck and uninspired to becoming a leader in helping educators create inclusive and equitable learning environments. They discuss how understanding your students’ cultural identities can make music more meaningful and how even small shifts in your approach can create a big impact. If you’re ready to take your teaching to the next level and truly connect with your students, this episode is for you.

Episode Chapters:

  • 0:00 Introduction

     

  • 6:19 Understanding Culturally Responsive Teaching

     

  • 12:26 Shifting Your Mindset

     

  • 22:34 Amplifying Student Voice in the Music Classroom

     

  • 27:40 A Sneak Peek at Ashley’s Masterclass

     
  • 30:43 Takeaways

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