Sep 16, 20251h 10mS0
<p>What happens when music education goes beyond notes on a page and into the whole body? In this episode of Play Now, Play for Life, host Aaron Hansen sits down with Lori Forden, Chair of the Board of Trustees for the...
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Play Now, Play for Life
Hosted by West Music · education · EN
About this Podcast:
For music educators, by music educators: Play Now, Play for Life is a podcast by West Music, hosted by Aaron Hansen, a former music educator for 29 years. Each episode, Aaron talks to a new music expert and dives into their tried-and-true ways, insights, and tips for the classroom. Tune in for a breath of fresh air for your lessons so you can empower the next generation of musicians.
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What is Play Now, Play for Life about?
For music educators, by music educators: Play Now, Play for Life is a podcast by West Music, hosted by Aaron Hansen, a former music educator for 29 years. Each episode, Aaron talks to a new music expert and dives into their tried-and-true ways, insights, and tips for the classroom.
Who hosts Play Now, Play for Life?
Play Now, Play for Life is hosted by West Music. The show has published 11 episodes to date.
What has Play Now, Play for Life covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Episode 11: Discovering Dalcroze, Music Through Movement and Play" (16 September 2025, 70 minutes), "Episode 10: Helping Undergrads Survive and Thrive in Music Ed" (12 August 2025, 70 minutes), and "Episode 9: Studio 49's Legacy in Music Education" (15 July 2025, 57 minutes).
How often does Play Now, Play for Life publish?
Play Now, Play for Life publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 62 minutes across 11 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Play Now, Play for Life?
Booking probability for Play Now, Play for Life is 18%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Play Now, Play for Life requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Play Now, Play for Life's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Play Now, Play for Life?
The strongest fits for Play Now, Play for Life are Courses, Coaching & Lessons. Play Now, Play for Life has an education audience.
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West Music hosts Play Now, Play for Life, an education podcast with 11 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Aug 12, 20251h 10mS0
<p>What does it really take to prepare future music teachers for today’s classroom?</p><p>In this episode, Aaron talks with Dr. Nicki Toliver and Chris Thompson from Wartburg College’s Music Education program about how...
- Jul 15, 202557 minS0
<p>In this special international episode, host Aaron Hansen sits down with Jakob von Wolff, President and Owner of Studio 49 — the legendary German instrument maker co-founded by Carl Orff himself. Jakob shares Studio...
- May 13, 20251h 12mS0
<p>How do we keep new arts teachers from burning out and leaving the profession? In Episode 8, Aaron Hansen talks with Leon Kuehner, Executive Director of the Iowa Alliance for Arts Education, about the vital role of...
- Apr 1, 202559 minS0
<p>In this episode of Play Now, Play For Life, host Aaron Hansen sits down with Judy Pine and Tereasa Evans from West Music’s national events team to talk all things summer professional development. From Orff and Kodály...
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- Mar 18, 20251h 7mS0
<p>Looking for a game-changer in your music classroom? In this episode of Play Now, Play for Life, host Aaron Hansen sits down with Patty Bourne, World Music Drumming Director, and Melissa Blum, World Music Drumming...
- Mar 4, 202557 minS0
<p>How can playfulness transform music education? In this episode, Play Now, Play for Life host Aaron Hansen sits down with Leigh Ann Garner, President-Elect of the Organization of American Kodály Educators (OAKE), to...
- Feb 18, 202556 minS0
<p>How can the Kodály approach help students develop lifelong musical skills? In this episode of Play Now, Play for Life, host Aaron Hansen sits down with Lauren Hirsh, Executive Director of the Organization of American...
- Feb 4, 202556 minS0
<p>In this episode, Aaron Hansen sits down with Tom Michalek, President of the Organization of American Kodály Educators (OAKE), to explore the Kodály philosophy of music education. Tom shares his personal journey with...
- Jan 21, 20251h 9mS0
<p>In this episode, Judy Pine, West Music’s Director of Outside Events and a former music teacher, shares invaluable tips for navigating new music classrooms. From assessing inventory and setting up your space to...
- Jan 7, 202550 minS0
<p>We dive right into our first episode with West Music's president Ryan West as he shares how a chance encounter with a marching band transformed his grandfather Pearl's life - and eventually led to creating one of the...
Recent guests
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Chris Thompson
MD, Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, Chief of Interventional Gastroenterology at Mass General Brigham, Co-Director of the Center for Weight Management and Wellness, Thompson Insurance Agency with Alfa Insurance
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Melissa Blum
Supplier Relationship Manager, World Music Drumming
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Ryan West
Physical Therapy Assistant, Neosho School District
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Dr. Jeremy Dittus
Dalcroze School of Music and Movement
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