Rena Upitis Livres

This is a compilation of manuals and handbooks that govern the operations of Wintergreen Studios, a charitable not-for-profit educational retreat centre located in Southeastern Ontario.

The book argues that school architecture profoundly influences the educational experience, often more than the curriculum itself. It critiques the inadequate design of existing schools, highlighting issues like poor lighting, uncomfortable furniture, and lack of green spaces, which diminish the vitality of learning environments. With a significant increase in school construction underway, the author advocates for a radical rethinking of school design to better reflect societal values and foster lifelong passions, connecting education with the arts, nature, and personal interests.

This Too is Music inspires teachers to foster playful settings where young students can thrive as improvisers, critical listeners, performers, and composers. Told through anecdotes and illustrated with examples, the book quells any doubts teachers may have regarding their abilities to create an environment where children can grow as musicians.