Jared L. Cassedy | The Heart of Teaching Music - Ep. 19
Jared L. Cassedy | The Heart of Teaching Music - Ep. 19  
Podcast: Music for All Podcast Network
Published On: Thu Sep 17 2026
Description: This episode of The Heart of Teaching Music features Jared L. Cassedy, who, among other roles, serves as the Performing Arts Department Head for the Masconomet Regional School District and the President of the Massachusetts Music Educators Association. They chat about student-centered teaching, meeting students and communities where they are, and advocacy and leadership in the music education profession.Without people, there is no music. Join hosts Julia Baumanis and Scott Edgar as they explore the heart of teaching music. Each week, they sit down with inspiring leaders in music and music education to share stories of identity, belonging, and making a difference through music.Together, they uncover how music education nurtures growth—not just musically, but socially and emotionally. With engaging conversations, diverse voices, and opportunities for listeners to ask questions, this podcast invites music educators to embrace life-skill development and discover the power of Music for ALL.This episode is sponsored by GIA Publications. Learn more about GIA’s music education offerings, including Julia and Scott’s personal favorites, here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠giamusic.com/hotm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.