Transforming students, teachers and communities through music education

Testimonials

• “Quite simply, Nyssa is the best!  As a consultant, she is supportive, engaging, and inspiring.  I don’t say that lightly.  We all know that topics that demand high cognitive loads like curriculum work or unit planning can be laborious,... but with Nyssa in the room, the work feels light, fresh, and constructive.”

  Adam Chapa Shanghai American School, Pudong Campus

• "Nyssa Brown’s passion for Arts education and for student-centered learning is unparalleled. Nyssa has the masterful ability to make sense of chaotic thinking in helping schools envision desired outcomes in Arts programs, and to focus on what is best for students. She is expert in supporting schools in their vertical implementation of standards frameworks in Arts education, and of transfer goals aligned to mission and vision. Nyssa’s experience with conceptual learning approaches and with Understanding By Design means that she is able to approach teachers from where they are at and to design processes that allow every teacher to walk away with practical, tangible actions that serve robust unit development and instructional design."

  Fay Leong Director of Teaching and Learning, International School of Kenya

• "Nyssa stands out as a leader in arts education. She excels in creating student-centered, concept-based, and inquiry-driven courses that foster understanding, collaboration, and creativity. Her unique ability to build communities of practice empowers arts educators to enhance their skills, confidence, and impact on students. Through her practical, inclusive, and empowering approach, coupled with continuous support and engagement, Nyssa's visionary leadership is invaluable to advancing global arts education."

  Dr. Michael Bindon Executive Director; International Schools Theatre Association

• "Before attending, I felt a void in my ability to integrate music and the arts into concept-based learning, but Nyssa's workshop provided the clarity I needed to progress. Her curriculum design approach, which emphasizes the seamless integration of understanding, knowledge, and skills, reshaped my teaching philosophy profoundly. Nyssa's insights on authentic assessment completely reframed my perspective, integrating assessment seamlessly into the learning journey rather than just as an evaluation tool."

  Aundrea Wells Elementary Music Specialist, Cairo American College

• "I have actively sought out Nyssa’s courses for curriculum development and have always found her suggestions and sessions worth the time. I would strongly recommend her as a highly competent, understanding, practical, and passionate proponent of Arts curriculum writing and development."

  Cindy Bulteel Associate Director, Association for Music in International Schools

• "Nyssa Brown is an exemplary leader in the field of arts education. What sets her apart is her ability to translate these intricacies into practical strategies that create stronger conceptual learning experiences and environments, aligning seamlessly with the needs of contemporary arts education. Nyssa's dedication to breaking down challenging topics and guiding educators toward realistic implementation is truly commendable."

  Jeremy Holien Visual/Media Arts Education Specialist, State of Minnesota, USA

• "Nyssa Brown offers a modern, inclusive approach to curriculum design that effectively serves today’s diverse educational communities. Her work is both accessible and practical, providing educators with real-world tools they can immediately implement in their planning and teaching. Her approach goes beyond curriculum management; it is about designing meaningful, sustainable frameworks that support both educators and learners."

  Megan Jaye Highfill Executive Director, Association for Music in International Schools