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Musical Gold in the Morning

Musical Gold in the Morning is a daily listening and learning program, introducing creative process to K-5 students with classical music played through the school media system. The program, designed as a supplemental music lesson for students, requires minimal classroom and teacher time and is easy to use.

The principal or lead educator may use an arranged lesson plan or may choose to play pieces according to the school’s specialized geographic and demographic needs.

The music and multiple listening sessions of the same musical section helps the student understand the shape and direction of melody, the energy of rhythm, the texture of harmony and the color of instrumentation. The listening skills transfer to classroom improvements. Teachers note students follow instructions on the first telling, without having to repeat themselves two or three times, as students learn to concentrate on things other than music.
 
I was in a classroom the other day; One student shushed everyone by saying, “Be quiet, the music is starting!” Monica Nelson – Chief Academic Officer, Amphitheater Unified School District

Students are fascinated by the “making of music.” Children learn that there is a human mind and spirit behind the music. This then carries them to similar idea creation and problem solving in other subject matter.  I have had several teachers comment that the impact has been so positive that they would like the music to be played throughout the day.
Brucie Weigold – Principal, Donaldson Elementary

Learn more about how the program is impacting communities around the country.  "Everyday Études" (Brummitt-Taylor Music Listening Program) video the San Luis Obispo Symphony, in conjunction with San Luis Obispo School District
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Musical Gold in the Morning is one of the most innovative and cost effective programs for music education in all of Southern Arizona. On average, the program materials only cost about $500 (covered by SAACA) for daily music exposure for an entire student body up to five years.

The finely-crafted music speaks directly to children’s minds and prepares them for learning. Teachers note a major change in their classroom readiness after students hear the morning script and music.
Southern Arizona schools that have participated in the program include:

AMPHI UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Coronado K-8 School
Donaldson Elementary School
Holaway Elementary School*
Prince Elementary School
Walker Elementary School*
Wilson K-8 School
Harelson Elementary School
Copper Creek Elementary School*
Painted Sky Elementary School*

TUCSON UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Blenman Elementary School
Banks Elementary School
Cavett Elementary School*
Tolson Elementary School
Miller Elementary School
Maldonado Elementary School

TANQUE VERDE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Tanque Verde Elementary School
Agua Caliente Elementary School
 
FLOWING WELLS SCHOOL DISTRICT
Walter Douglas Elementary School

CASA GRANDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Mesquite Elementary School

    Learn more about implementing the program in your school!

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The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the creation, preservation and advancement of the Arts. SAACA strengthens the bonds between people, place and purpose through collaborative, arts-driven experiences.
  • ABOUT
    • ABOUT
    • TEAM CONTACTS
    • PARTNERS, DONORS & SPONSORS
    • BOARD OF DIRECTORS
    • CULTURAL EQUITY
  • WHAT WE DO
    • BUSINESS & ARTS PARTNERSHIPS
    • ARTS & HEALTHCARE
    • ARTS EDUCATION
    • CREATIVE PLACEMAKING
    • CREATIVE SECTOR DEVELOPMENT
  • GET INVOLVED
    • DONATE AND SUPPORT
    • VOLUNTEER
    • INTERN
  • EVENTS & FESTIVALS
    • CALENDAR OF EVENTS
    • EVENT & EXHIBITOR APPLICATIONS
    • ART & MUSIC FESTIVALS >
      • CRUISE, BBQ & BLUES
      • DESERT RIDGE MUSIC & MURALS
      • DOWNTOWN GLENDALE ARTS & CULTURE FEST
      • LA ENCANTADA FINE ART FESTIVAL
      • SAHUARITA ART ON THE LAKE FESTIVAL
      • SKY ISLANDS FALL ARTISAN MARKET
      • ORO VALLEY FALL ARTISAN MARKET
      • ORO VALLEY FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS & HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING
      • ORO VALLEY SPRING FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS
      • TEMPE ART BLOCK PARTY
      • TUCSON FOLK FESTIVAL
    • CULINARY EVENTS >
      • DEVOUR CULINARY CLASSIC
      • SALSA, TEQUILA & TACO CHALLENGE
      • SAVOR FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL
      • WORLD MARGARITA CHAMPIONSHIP
    • LIVE MUSIC >
      • LIVE MUSIC AT THE LOOKOUT
      • ORO VALLEY CONCERT SERIES
      • RIVERFRONT PARK CONCERT SERIES
      • STEAM PUMP CONCERT SERIES
  • ART PROGRAMS
    • OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARTISTS - CALL TO ARTIST
    • PUBLIC ART & MURAL ADMINISTRATION
    • SAHUARITA CAPTURING COMMUNITY PHOTO CONTEST
    • ORO VALLEY PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION
    • VENTANA GALLERY AT ROCHE >
      • 2023 ROCHE CULTURE LENS PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION >
        • OBJECTS
        • PEOPLE
        • PLACE
        • TRADITIONS
      • 2022 ROCHE CELEBRATING MOEMENTS PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION
      • 2021 ROCHE LUNG CANCER AWARENESS EXHIBITION
    • AARP CELEBRATING ARTISTS VIDEO SERIES
    • UNDERCOVER ARTS MAGAZINE
    • SLOW FOOD COOKING CLASSES WITH SLOW FOOD
    • TRANSPORTATION ART BY YOUTH 2022 >
      • Gila Monster
      • Glowing Scorpions
      • Prickly Pear Everywhere
  • CATALYST CREATIVE COLLECTIVE
    • UPCOMING CLASSES & EVENTS
    • ABOUT THE CATALYST CREATIVE COLLECTIVE
    • ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE PROGRAM
    • VENUE & SPECIAL EVENT RENTALS