Aaron Lohmeyer
Musical Literacies in a Digital World
Our music standards suggest that literacy is constructed through three strands: Create, Perform, and Respond. However, the way musicians create, perform, and respond is in constant flux with society. This means our literacy methods must also be in constant flux. This workshop will examine how changes in the production and transmission through digital tools requires a new look at “music literacy.” This hands-on workshop will explore the importance of encoding, iconic representation, current repertoire, and collaboration in crafting a literacy that prepares students for a changed musical landscape. Instruments like the ukulele, recorder, melodica, and daw will be used to explore the authentic practices and texts common to forms of electronically integrated music practices while keeping literacy at the core
Aaron Lohmeyer Bio:
Dr. Aaron Lohmeyer is Assistant Professor of Music Education and Jazz Band Director at Winona State University.
He received his B.A. in Religion from Davidson College, M.M. in Saxophone Performance from Florida State University and both his M. Ed and Ph. D in Music Education from Florida State University. His doctoral work focused on diverse musical literacies and creative practices. His other professional training includes Orff Schulwerk Level I in Kenai, AK and Levels II and III from the University of Kentucky.
Dr. Lohmeyer has developed his pedagogy and research interests through public school teaching experiences in classroom general music, beginning band, world drumming, class guitar, jazz band, adaptive music, and creative composition. He also maintains active performance schedule in jazz, classical, and popular music styles.
Dr. Lohmeyer's publication can be seen in Psychology of Music, Action, Criticism and Theory for Music Education, The Orff Echo, General Music Today, String Notes, and The Florida Music Director. He has presented both at the state and national levels on Orff-Schulwerk, jazz pedagogy, Popular Music Pedagogy (PMP), electronic music composition, and music in special education. Dr. Lohmeyer's current research and practice examines diverse musical literacies for the digitally connected world.