The study of music as an act of communication, examining how musicians interact musically and creatively, provides us with a unique means of observing how we co-ordinate our behaviour, and thinking, with those around us. In particular, the assessment of skills that improvising jazz musicians employ to communicate musical ideas, and consequently to co-ordinate those ideas in a coherent musical structure, [...]
There have been so many people and disciplines involved in inspiring, creating and supporting our work at Skoog. And we are often asked about the journey that lead us to where we are now. I have decided to start a trail of Academic ‘Nuggets’ form my own perspective that illustrate some of the psychology and [...]
So for a while now we have been looking at different alternatives for mounting the Skoog. The diverse range of abilities, needs and playing styles has always meant that this was a rather tall order. Another factor that always comes into play is expense. But I think we have found a method that will suit [...]
I am delighted to say we managed to catch up with our old friend and mentor Ian Ritchie, director of the City of London Festival , about Skoog being involved in this years festival. It looks like there will be a couple of events on the 6th and 7th of July. We are hoping for a [...]
I have been sadly remiss in recent months about blogging… But Have made a resolution to make proper use of this platform. Both for supporting musical skoogy issues but also to talk more widely about education, children, parenting and such…. On that note I was recently forwarded a link to http://www.kid-in.net/about/ An online magazine that” is [...]
It has been a busy couple of months at Skoog HQ- with a Launch in Hong kong thrown into the mix. I hope to get my blog up date with some posts on what we have been up to over the past few months just as soon as I can – but in the meantime [...]
Came across this great project the other day - ELEMENTAL MAGAZINE. Elemental is a media company that is going against the grain of standard news. They are using their website and digital magazines as platforms to showcase positive stories, and promote cause based businesses, charities, and individuals who are actively helping others. By publishing these unheard stories they are [...]
‘Oh GOSH, there’s a Skoog loose in the Hospital’ Great Ormond Street Hospital wins innovative musical invention from the University of Edinburgh. Young patients at the renowned children’s hospital are about to get to grips with the viola-clari-banjo-flugelhorn-guitar-drum. Or the Skoog for short. (Skoog video here: http://www.skoogmusic.com/learn/demo/SkoogDoc) Invented at the University of Edinburgh the Skoog [...]
Great little video showing Skoog being used with Trabasack . Here the Skoog player is exploring the midi tom instrument on the Skoog. The trabasack has had a real positive impact for this pupil in terms of accessing the Skoog and giving him more independence when using the Skoog. Thanks to Duncan Edwards fro [...]
This video of the P5 assembly performance at Glaitness school has put a smile on my face today. Great work everyone. This is inclusive music making in action with the Skoog sitting comfortably with acoustic instruments in a group performance. I must say I am really rather proud. Well done to everyone again, and thanks [...]
So the Skoog features on the Ideamensch site! I think they got wind of us through the Springwise article. There are some really interesting interviews on the site like Seth Godin and Anders Purde, and of course our good selves. It is a shame their event isn’t next month and we could have tied it [...]
March 24th Sound Sense London Gathering, Waterloo 10 – 4 I was recently made aware of a great event happening tomorrow! I know it is a bit late but well worth a look! Social Inclusion and community music – high tech to homespun:Music work with all ages, with a focus on those in challenging circumstances. [...]
Skoog was in the news again last night. A great little feature on BBC reporting Scotland . I must say I was very proud to see Jackie Bird with a Skoog backdrop on BBC1 no less. (you can view it here) http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-12747582 The feature was related to the training we were doing in Orkney. They [...]
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Doug Bott associate musician at Drake music England talks about barriers facing disabled musicians
