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This article first appeared in the August 2022 issue of Teaching Music.

As you head back-to-school, what would you like to explore? What would you like your students to explore? How can you find these answers both as a teacher and a student?

In this Teaching Music article, Sarah Gulish and Marissa Guarriello present their own ideas and insights from fellow music educators. This article explores methods to foster creative opportunities within your classroom and ways to empower students to take the lead.

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  • Program Development

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