Why Music Education Matters
Here’s the downloadable takeaway from my recent talk on ‘Why Music Education Matters’ at the London EXPO 2025.
Please distribute as widely as possible. Blog following soon!
The Music Education Podcast
In this episode of The Music Education Podcast, Chris Woods chats with Paul Harris about music education.
The Nine Muses for Clarinet Quartet (2023)
About Paul
After studies at the Royal Academy of Music and the University of London, Paul Harris has now established an international reputation as one of the UK's leading educationalists.
Simultaneous Learning
Teaching music is, incontestably, one of the most fascinating and stimulating of all professions. And as teachers we can inspire, encourage and help our pupils develop...
Paul's Publications
Firmly rooted in Paul Harris’s Simultaneous Learning approach, it will transform how music theory is taught and learned, improving every aspect of musicianship along the way.
Paul Harris: The Clarinet is the seminal guide to every facet of clarinet playing. In this comprehensive companion, acclaimed author Paul Harris shares his unique insights towards gaining mastery of the instrument, inspiring both students (from intermediate level) and professionals alike to develop an individual clarinet personality.
In-depth, clear and universally relevant, The Clarinet is Paul Harris’s complete philosophy of playing, equipping clarinettists with innovative ways to overcome the instrument’s technical, musical and practical challenges and ultimately, enhance the enjoyment of their art.
Paul Harris: A Musical Celebration
In 2018, Paul was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma. This candid journal documents his often gruelling treatment and offers insights into coping with serious illness, alongside reflections on the teaching and learning process. Touching on empathy, communication and identity, it is a poignant read for musicians and non-musicians alike, and is at all times thought-provoking and positive.
All proceeds from the sale of this book go to Lymphoma charities
If we serve up the right thing, for the right reasons and in the right order, it’s pretty likely our pupils will get it and will feel pleased. This is central to the Basics series!