Notes & Signs Music Teachers Workshop:

Empowering Musicians: Advancing Skills for Inclusive Music Education (d/Deaf Music Students)
Date: Monday July 8th 2024
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Online [Zoom]
Intended Participants: Music Teachers

About the Workshop: Discover innovative approaches to making music accessible to d/Deaf young music students in your school or community. This engaging workshop is led by Ruth Montgomery, founder of Audiovisability. Audiovisability specialises in creating inclusive and accessible learning environments for Deaf children, artists, and communities in the UK and internationally.
What you will experience:
New ideas to make resources accessible for the d/Deaf community.
Gain a greater understanding of how d/Deaf experiences and perceives music.
Explore assumptions, challenges, and opportunities in music accessibility.
Increase communication awareness in the musical class or ensemble.
Discover innovative techniques to make music education accessible and enjoyable for all students.
Differences between group/classroom teaching and one-to-one approaches.
Led by Audiovisability Founder and Deaf Musician Ruth Montgomery (UK) in partnership with Gráinne Hope, Artistic Director and Founder of Music & Health Ireland.
Registration Information:

Deadline for Applications: Monday July 8th, 2024
Register Online: Eventbrite [https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/music-teachers-inclusive-music-for-all-students-ddeaf-tickets-939846826157]
For further information or support, email Lianne at [email protected]
Don't Miss Out on this opportunity to gain insights and skills in making music inclusive and enjoyable for Deaf and hard of hearing students. Spaces are limited, so apply now to secure your spot!

Music & Health Ireland is best known for delivering equitable live music performances that comfort and connect. Providing one level of service to all means it cannot be experienced equally. We work with students, families, teachers and carers to curate selections and delivery methods for the greatest impact on every participant.
This project is supported through a Music & Health Ireland Rethink Disability Participation and Awareness Fund in partnership with the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth.