"Breathe, Grow, Share: A Holistic Approach to Music Education"

In this episode, Lesley Moffat welcomes guest Jeff Ausdemore, a music educator with over two decades of experience and the author of the book "Breathe, Grow, Share." Jeff shares the inspiration behind his book, which aims to support music educators in maintaining their well-being and finding balance in their profession. The book is divided into three sections: Breathe, Grow, and Share, each addressing essential aspects of a music educator's life. Jeff discusses the Breathe section, which focuses on foundational practices such as gratitude, meditation, sleep, nutrition, energy management, and mindset, all crucial for personal well-being and effectiveness in the classroom. The Grow section emphasizes personal and professional growth, including blind spots, non-musical skills, the holistic classroom, and fostering students' growth as both musicians  ...