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In this inspiring episode of the Band Director Boot Camp Podcast, host Lesley Moffat welcomes singer-songwriter, TEDx speaker, and youth empowerment coach Emma G. Her story is nothing short of remarkable—born with hydrocephalus and having undergone 23 brain surgeries, Emma found healing and purpose through songwriting. Now she helps others do the same.

Lesley and Emma dive into:

  • How music supported Emma’s physical and emotional healing
  • Why songwriting is such a powerful tool for student expression, especially post-COVID
  • The neuroscience behind music’s ability to rewire the brain
  • Emma’s experience working with students (including Lesley’s!) to help them process emotions through music
  • Tips for band directors and music teachers to bring songwriting into the classroom—even without a formal songwriting  ... 
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mental healthtrauma-informed educationhealing through musicstudent voicesongwriting in educationcreative expression