Rockin' education. Redefining music in school: Robb Janov at TEDxABQ 2012

[@annemariemcmahon7425]

You are making the world a better place...thank you!

[@suziwong26]

Mr. Robb Janov, I have become an instant fan of yours tonite. That also comes out of respect from what you do and how you inspire. I attended the rock concert tonite of which you hosted. I thank you for teaching my child Jadie (vista grande elementary) that orchestra can rock! It was great watching her perform with such a professional as you. As part of the audience I can tell you that you really opened eyes and ears throughout as you introduced yourself to a brand new audience.

[@leonsmith6155]

I miss you Mr Janov it’s Shawntayo you were such an amazing person and guy and teacher I wish you the best I thank you for inspiring me so much Rock and Rhythm was so fun Keep rocking Janov !!!!

[@RobbJanov]

Shawntayo! Thank you so much. I'm happy to hear that Rock and Rhythm inspired you. Thank you for all of your energy and passion in class. I wish you the best. Keep rockin'!!

[@daniellevy892]

Thanks for sharing this!!! Robb Janov led a workshop today, I believe? ABQ youth symphony?! 🎻🎼

[@daniellevy892]

I thought I saw him at a “Good2Go” store??? 🤔 … much love and respect, all the best!

[@TEDx]

Thank you for the support!

[@elgatowylie]

Hey Rob, I just had to watch this again. I wanted to show it to musician buddy who is subbing now. I was telling him how much fun I had subbing for your Rock n Rhythm class at Jefferson. Keep up the good work! John

[@candyman377]

yeah dr. J you're amazing and truly the best teacher i have ever had and i wish that i didin't have to leave JMS just because of you. ROCK ON!!!

[@bthedrop]

This a great opportunity for kids that is increasingly missing from our corporatized schools. America has thrived on creative, entrepreneurial thinking, not memorization factories, and programs like this one encourage the former.

[@alyxmoralez6111]

i remember getting him last year for 'drama' (wasn't really drama) and i had a great time there! 10/10 vibed quite well

[@TheeMr.Misfit]

I wish i was still at jms. I still remember you showing us this video. Those wete good days. ROCK ON MR.J

[@midschoolrock]

Thanks Nightwatch! We're still rockin'!

[@TheBeckest]

Wow, I had Mr. Janov his very first year at Jefferson! I believe our class was just basic music that first year. We started with the broken down chimes, xylophone, and triangles. It was amazing to stumble upon this video tonight! It makes me happy to see that he is still doing what he loves! I moved to Nevada my 8th grade year. I kept up with my love of band and music and joined marching band (where I met my husband of 17 years). I now have three teens of my own, one in High, two in middle school and I am so happy that I was able to pass along my love of playing music to all three of them.

[@midschoolrock]

@Beck! You were there...the first year! Glad to hear that you're sharing your love of music with your kids. Yes...we continue to rock and inspire more kids every year. Thanks goes to you and all of the kids who jumped on the Rock and Rhythm train! :-)

[@RobbJanov]

Thank you, Suzi! What a fantastic night of music! I had a blast working with the 5th grade string students and I'm thrilled to hear that Jadie enjoyed the experience. Planning is in the works for more 'Rock String' opportunities in Rio Rancho and Albuquerque! Keep in touch!

[@NganNguyen-hm5qc]

Hey! I like you talk. It's an inspiring speech. I just wonder that how about the students that do not like rock music? How did you assign tasks to them?

[@leilahjaramillo7826]

he works at my school! i always see him on my way to 7th period!

[@montero6571]

I have never heard anything like this!

[@TheBlaCkoR]

Janov was truly an inspiring teacher!

[@maryjanejasper2579]

This is one seriously awesome teacher :D

[@chickenmandude1]

Best Teacher Ever !!!!!!! Rock on Mr.Janov

[@Weaponofmassins]

Well played, Sir. Well played.

[@nhido3581]

Such a great performance!!!!!! Rock on Mr. Janov!!!! :D

[@katjackson8561]

This talk is defiantly inspiring and helping me out with mine! This is amazing

[@watnowcandyxd4267]

Ur like the best teacher ever nice job!

[@TheRCFantasy]

best teacher EVAR!!!

[@Octobervanitybotdf]

Wooo Mr.Janov!!! this is seriosly one of the coolest classes too! Makes the days better the bad ones!! You rule! ^.^ and 1079 views, AWESOMENESS!!

[@bigpedulla]

right on Robb!

[@oleksiyalkhazov9201]

The teacher I was looking for when I was a student... \m/

[@midschoolrock]

Oleksiy! Thanks for the kind words. I designed the program for students like you. I hope you found some inspirational teachers along the way. If not, maybe we could build a time machine! Ha!

[@jazaiscute]

Good job!!!!

[@dishta43]

Yeah mr. Janov rock on man I had him when i was in 7,8 and it was awsome so by the way its Andrew Dishta

[@monicaleon2601]

[@RobbJanov]

Thank you Mónica! Pure love is quite a challenge with middle schoolers! ;-) Comments like yours keep teachers in the mix, trying their best to inspire. Gratitude.

[@NganNguyen-hm5qc]

I like you talk. It's an inspiring speech. I just wonder that how about the students that do not like rock music? How did you assign tasks to them?

[@midschoolrock]

Thank you Ngân! My school, and most others in the U.S. have provided students with strong traditional/classical programs for many years--including orchestra, band and choir. I created the Rock and Rhythm program to provide performance classes for students who usually don't join music classes in school. Some can't afford the expense. Others are intimidated by or are not interested in the traditional approach. Additionally, Rock and Rhythm students vote on what music their group will play. We play many other styles besides rock music! :-) Thank you for your comment!

[@thepianoplayer416]

An interesting video on getting kids to be more creative in school with Rock music. Personally went through a traditional music program in school which focused on Classical music. In my younger days, the Suzuki music program out of Japan became popular. It is essentially teaching Classical music to kids with a modern twist. A beginner in a violin program looks like he/she is doing aerobic exercises when moving the bow back & forth. Many Asians continue to enrol their kids in a Suzuki music program because it is a method of learning that require a lot of discipline and goes by a set of songbooks from Level 1 up.

[@amandatodd2222]

Don't tell me what to do Ill do what ever I want!

[@scintallatingff1]

yay Mr fwanhay. Ha

[@Mattieforreal]

ello :)

[@Mattieforreal]

hello gia:)

[@amandatodd2222]

Why would I want a teacher like that and what am I not aloud to comment on things and say my opinion this is a free country I have rites and j don't need some kid yelling at me for being rude!!

[@amandatodd2222]

Do u mean models?

[@amandatodd2222]

Ya you are the kid and I never said he had no talent I just Said he was creepy and don't say I'm a little kid I'm a grown woman in America with 5 beautiful kids

[@amandatodd2222]

Well you need to get your priorities straight because I don't no any 8th grader that uses the word moral

[@amandatodd2222]

I don't even no what morals are!!

[@ExasperatedDisaster]

sneet.

[@rookwoodjohnson5765]

cats

[@amandatodd2222]

wow you really do have a creppy laugh! but other then that have a nice day!!! 0.0

[@amandatodd2222]

What the hell is this!! This is scary look at him when he plays the violinXD Wow how creepy!!! this was horrible he is trying to be funny be he isn't just saying!!

[@amandatodd2222]

I did listen this was horrible it sucked!!!