Training with a Beat: The Teaching Power of Music

Music holds amazing power over us. While it permeates and gives rhythm to our lives, most of us take it for granted and rarely consider its impact and potential. Training with a Beat is a lively introduction to understanding that force, and applying it to training.

This practical "how-to" guide is written with the musical layperson in mind. The author reveals in straightforward language why music is a critical learning resource, explains the necessary concepts and terms, and concludes with vivid examples of practice and a list of suggested resources. He provides all the background and tools to enable trainers and educators confidently to use music to improve learning.

A valuable and extensive appendix lists recommended CDs and offers track-by-track examples of potential training applications.

Readers of this book will:

Discover how music contributes to learning
Understand music theory principles relevant to learning
Know how to select music appropriate for different training situations
Discover effective musical games and activities and how they teach
Understand the related legal and copyright issues

This unique resource will be welcomed by trainers, facilitators, presenters and adult educators looking for additional tools to add impact to their material and improve learning outcomes.

Lenn Millbower formerly of the Disney University and Disney Institute, is an accomplished music arranger, experienced corporate trainer, and professional instructional designer. Residing in Orlando, FL., he has written and conducted training seminars for Florida based theme park and entertainment companies. Mr. Millbower's specific focus is on interactive learning activities that combine entertainment with learning. Mr. Millbower is a Professor at Southern College, Orlando, FL. and President of Offbeat Training, Inc.

Margaret Parkin has a Master's degree in Training and Development and a Master Practitioner qualification in Neurolinguistic Programming. Founder and Principal of Training Options, she has worked with individuals, groups and major organizations for over 20 years, helping them with her innovative and refreshing approach to training. She is a well-known speaker at conferences and symposia around the world. Her first two books, "Tales for Trainers" and "Tales for Coaching" are also both published by Kogan Page.