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Music Ed Tech Talk

by Robby Burns

Music Technology and Productivity for Educators

Section titled “Music Technology and Productivity for Educators”

Music Ed Tech Talk is a podcast and blog hosted by Robby Burns, exploring the intersection of music education, technology, and personal productivity. Featuring guest interviews with leading developers, composers, and tech-savvy educators, the show offers highly practical advice on integrating software, tablets, and automation tools into daily teaching and studio workflows.

  • Tablet Workflows & Digital Sheet Music: Deep-dives into apps like forScore and Newzik to organize, annotate, and perform music digitally.
  • Productivity & Studio Administration: Practical tips for using task managers (OmniFocus, Todoist), note-taking apps, and automations to streamline grading and email communications.
  • Notation & DAW Tutorials: Guides on using modern engraving software (Dorico, Sibelius) and cloud-based collaborative DAWs (Soundtrap, BandLab) in classroom instruction.
  • Hardware & Gear Reviews: Practical recommendations for microphones, speakers, audio interfaces, and digital instruments suitable for school music labs.