Music Matters

Music Therapy Does music extend our livelihood? This week's Expert Insight comes from Chip Staley, a 30+ year music education teacher and music therapist. Scott interviews Chip to discuss the impact of music on people both young and old, the crucial role of the arts in education, and the impact that music can have on the brain and overall wellness.

Music Matters
Does music extend our livelihood?

This week's Expert Insight comes from Chip Staley, a 30+ year music education teacher. Scott interviews Chip to discuss the impact of music on people both young and old, the crucial role of the arts in education, and the positive affect that music can have on the brain and overall wellness.

Chip discusses his passion and advocacy, organizations where he draws inspiration, and three things that have made his life better.

Resources
Chip Staley's work:

• Merit School of Music

• ARTSpeaks

• ARTSpeaks204 Facebook Page

Mentioned in the podcast:

• Nina Kraus: Research on music and the brain

• J. Todd Frazier: Using the arts to promote wellness

• Vijay Gupta: Street Symphony

• Alive Inside Foundation: Connecting teens with elders living with dementia

Summer Series
Continue to tune in to the Life Is The Future “Summer Series” podcasts! Included in these summer months are quick tips for health and wellness as well as a slew of expert interviews to give listeners some insight into the many topics of life.