Can a Generation Have a Melody?

Is there such a thing as a “Generation Alpha” melody? In this NPR segment from All Things Considered, a musicologist points out how often pop songs are using the same tune. Have you—or your students—noticed this?

Speaking of young people, a new report from California Partners Project analyzes responses from over 1,000 teenagers to questions about modern living. Titled “Teens, Tech, & Third Places,” the report finds that teens want “more time together, in person, in places where they feel they belong.” Hearing from teenagers may provide insights to strengthen your advocacy efforts.