Creating Musical Childhoods
Biennial International Convention

Online June 28 - 30, Michigan State University

About The Convention

The 2021 convention theme addresses the needs and experiences of young children and the individuals who make music with them. Through lenses of human diversity–such as culture, (dis)ability, language, age, gender, and socioeconomic status–the convention will explore how children, adults, and communities interact with music and movement. Sessions, in a variety of formats, will primarily address music and/or movement pertaining to one or more of the following areas:

Constructing self-knowledge and identities (e.g., as musicians, movers, teachers, researchers, observers, facilitators, learners, listeners, co-creators)
Developing knowledge, skills, and attitudes in music, movement, and other areas (e.g., math, literacy, mentoring, teaching, self-care)
Promoting emotional wellness and wholeness
Strengthening families and communities (e.g., school, neighborhood, world)

Where

Online (ZOOM)

When

28 – 30 June 2021

Convention Sponsors

Event Schedule

Click below to review an interactive schedule for each conference day.
All times are eastern daylight time.

Monday, June 28th: Developing Knowledge in Music and Other Areas

10:15 – 10:45a

Break

10:45 – 11:45a

Breakout Session 1

I Can … Move!
Dr. Patricia Gingras, Florida Gulf Coast University
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Using Picture Books to Enhance Music Experiences in Early Childhood Settings
Dr. Suzanne Hall, Temple University
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Creating Music from the Inside Out: Scaffolding Young Children’s Vocal Improvisations (Part A)
Kathleen K. Arrasmith, University of South Carolina
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Rethinking My Teacher Identity in Working with Grades K-2: What I’ve learned from Preschool Children
Dr. Joanne Rutkowski, The Pennsylvania State University (Emeritus)
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11:45a – 01:30p

Lunch

12:30 – 01:15p

Lunchtime Activity: Leaping Out of the literature: Using Poetry and Children’s Books to Engage in Music and Movement
Erika Knapp, Michigan State University
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01:30 – 02:30p

Breakout Session 2

Welcoming Diversity in the Classroom: Understanding the Challenges and Celebrating the Opportunities
Amalia Allan, Florida State University
Su D’Ambrosio, Early Childhood Music & Movement Association
Lisa Darmanie de Quiñones, Alabanza Music
Susan Darrow, Music Together Worldwide
Dr. Charulatha Mani, Sing to Connect, Queensland Conservatorium Research Centre (not presenting)
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Cross-Curricular Connections: Music and Movement for CORE Skills Development
Ashley G. Moss Fox, Rochester City School District
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Creating Music from the Inside Out: Scaffolding Young Children’s Vocal Improvisations (Part B)
Kathleen K. Arrasmith, University of South Carolina
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Research Forum 1:
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The Alignment of Children’s Media Soundtracks with Recommendations for Children’s Music Listening
Sab Irene, Boston University
Diana R. Dansereau, PhD, Boston University

Student Perception of Hand Signs in the Elementary Music Classroom
Whitney Mayo, Michigan State University

02:30 – 02:45p

Break

02:45 – 03:45p

Breakout Session 3

Executive Function: It’s more than just STOP and GO
Elaine Bernstorf, PhD, CCC-SLP, Wichita State University
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A Kaleidoscope of Activities for the Preschool Music Classroom
Mr. H. Grant Poole, Danville Public Schools
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Research Forum 2:
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Student Perception of Hand Signs in the Elementary Music Classroom
Whitney Mayo, Michigan State University

Immersed in Sound: Infant Daily Home Music Soundscapes
Eugenia Costa-Giomi, The Ohio State University
Anabella Petronsi, The Ohio State University (not presenting)

Informational Meeting 1:

Giving Voice to your Work: Publishing in the International Journal of Music in Early Childhood
Diana R. Dansereau, PhD, Boston University
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03:45 – 04:30p

Break

04:30 – 05:30p

Breakout Session 4

Two Little Blackbirds – Using Finger-Plays and Hand Puppets to Enliven Stories, Enhance Music Fundamentals, and Generate School/Family Connectivity
Eric Maring, University of Maryland, NASA, Levine Music
Sponsored by Music is Elementary
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Research Forum 3:
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Immersed in Sound: Infant Daily Home Music Soundscapes
Eugenia Costa-Giomi, The Ohio State University
Anabella Petronsi, The Ohio State University (not presenting)

The Alignment of Children’s Media Soundtracks with Recommendations for Children’s Music Listening
Sab Irene, Boston University
Diana R. Dansereau, PhD, Boston University

Informational Meeting 2:

ECMMA Certification Information Session
Gina J. Yi, Ph.D., Wheaton College-Conservatory of Music
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Creating a Path Forward (Get to Know ECMMA)
Su D’Ambrosio, Early Childhood Music & Movement Association
Dr. Christa R. Kuebel, University of Central Arkansas
Lara Larsson, Perkins Elementary at Newark CSD
Tiger Robison, University of Wyoming
Amy Rucker, Duquesne University
Mike Ruybalid, University of Montana
Gina Yi, Ph.D., Wheaton College-Conservatory of Music
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