Roland Music Education
Creative Solutions For Inspired Learning
Roland Music EducationCreative Solutions For Inspired Learning
Thanks to the efforts of teachers, administration, and the Roland Corporation, music of every style is reaching students in Weeki Wachee, Florida. »
Roland recently put out the call for the nation’s top drummer, and the response was nothing short of amazing! »
Students from around the country competed for the crown in four performance divisions. »
Everything teachers and students need to record, edit, play and burn CDs. No computers, extra devices or cables required. »
James Compton of West Linn, Oregon (a suburb of Portland) is committed to the arts. Find out how he’s worked Roland RMP-5s into his curriculum. »
On Saturday, September 18th, Roland Corporation U.S. hosted some of America’s most talented accordionists. »
Jackie Davis is deeply committed to her students; so much so, that she moves the entire piano lab into the gym for concerts. Learn more about going the extra mile for music education. »
Recent statistics reaffirm what we already know: our music students are busy, social, and easily distracted. Explore the benefits of group teaching. »
The new MT-90U is the perfect companion for teachers, students and performers. Explore the benefits of this unique music player. »
Not only are the synths set up in the lab, but an entire course has been designed around them. Learn about Musicians Institute’s unique new lab setup and why it’s not just for keyboard majors. »
The RM-700 piano can help your students become better musicians. Learn more now. »
Learn to record a lesson, rehearsal, or performance and share the recording with your students and/or the world. »
As a music educator, your goal is to get the best performance you can get out of your students. What tools do you have? »
James Compton of West Linn, Oregon (a suburb of Portland) is committed to the arts. Take a look at his unique vision. »
Roland joined forces with Musicians Institute and Keyboard Magazine to feature Jordan Rudess, Richard Devine, and other giants in the synthesizer and electronic percussion field. Get the full wrap-up. »
Instead of keeping quiet about the state of his current piano lab, Dr. Oscar Macchioni designed the ideal piano lab and made it a reality. »
D.U.E. Season Charter School in Camden, New Jersey, is offering more than Distinction in Urban Education. »
In February of 2010, Roland had a chance to sit down and talk with Kevin Comstock, head of the keyboard program at Musicians Institute in Los Angeles, about what it means to be a contemporary keyboard player. »
Every February, about 24,000 Texans descend on the Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas for four days to see, hear, and play the latest offerings in the world of music education. Roland is proud to be a part of this yearly tradition. »
New businesses come to life against the tide of change and recession, and David and Leslie Gereghty put their love of music and vision for a fresh education model up against the odds. »
Adding Roland Digital Drums gave an established piano studio a needed advantage through changing economies and cultures. »
Most music schools require keyboard proficiency courses, but the Thornton School of Music at the University of Southern California will be the first to require drum proficiency in their new Roland Drum Lab. »
Funding challenges are displacing general music education from almost all elementary schools in California. This is what makes Mariposa Elementary School’s (Brea, CA) decision to purchase a 36-station keyboard lab something special. »
Get a look into Jaime Knight’s process for developing the Commercial Music Department at Huntington Beach High School in Southern California. »
Find out how this high school began with a few thousand dollars, a few synths, and a vision and went on to establish a successful music technology program. »
While La Salle High School was rebuilding from Hurricane Rita, they were hit a second time by Hurricane Wilma. Find out how Radio Cremata found salvation in music technology. »
A music technology lab course or tech ensemble is a great way to attract and involve students in your music program — find out how. »
It begins with the words, “Center Grove High School, you may now take the floor!” And it follows with the most amazing use of technology I think I’ve ever seen from a public school. »
Everybody seems to have a story to tell about their musical life or the lack thereof. Learn how to develop musicians who can function in today’s high-paced world. »
Have music recitals ever put you in a jam? Did the stress take the joy out of music? Then how about a jammin’ time? »
Learn how to integrate cutting-edge technology and related software into your music studio’s bussiness model. »
The rapid rise of technology can sometimes be overwhelming, even to fairly knowledgeable “techno-literates.” But technology is here to stay. Find out how you, as an educator, can stay ahead of the curve. »
As a teacher, music therapist and mother of three beautiful daughters, Sylvia Lewis-Palmer highlights the importance of planting seeds of confidence and determination in those who pass through our lives. »
As a private piano teacher, Mary Beth Parker was able to give one-on-one lessons, but finding new challenges proved difficult. Learn how digital instruments helped create motivation in her students. »
Pleasant Valley Baptist in Amarillo, Texas, began a keyboard ministry with the purpose of giving more people an opportunity to experience the joy of church musicianship. Find out how. »
Sharon Cheek has taught beginners in small groups since she began teaching 28 years ago. Find out why she switched all of her intermediate and advanced students to group study as well. »
Take an interesting look at the history of group piano and technology at the university level. »
Most often this discussion goes in one of two directions. Find out which direction is best for you. »
While the keyboard is a versatile controller device, guitar, percussion, and wind controllers are often better suited for producing and expressively controlling many types of sounds — especially those related to their family of instruments. »
EZ Play changed Sandy Porter’s whole concept of teaching. Read about her experience making the musical dreams of her adult students a reality. »