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Fix the Barriers, Fix the Behaviors: Adaptive Band Hacks That Actually Work

Thursday 19 February 2026·8:30 pm

Sometimes it’s not the kid, it’s the system. In this hours long session, a battle-tested music teacher shares adaptive strategies that make band and music class work for students with learning disabilities — and save your sanity in the process. We’ll explore how AI tools, music notation software, and simple adaptive gear can turn "I can’t" into "I crushed it." The secret? When you remove the barriers, the behaviors often disappear too. In the first hour, we’ll dive into practical tools, tech tricks, and real-life hacks you can use Monday morning. In the second hour, participants will have the chance to explore some of these strategies on their own devices with support and guidance. Bring your questions, your tech, and your sense of humor — let’s make music class work for everyone. Click here to access the presentation and resources - all will be shared digitally Flat.io - a music notation software company that features in this presentation is extending a 20% discount for teachers in attendance. click here to sign up to receive the discount code. 2 Participants

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