Research Updates

Here at Bigger Better Brains we believe that through educating yourself, you can then educate and affect positive change in your community.

With all of the research in the field of neuromusical science, our BBB Research section serves as a content hub for you. We regularly share findings and break down the latest research to educate and inspire discussion. We hope you enjoy this page on our website and share BBB news with your colleagues, parents and students.

Anita Collins 28/7/25 Anita Collins 28/7/25

Friends Who Play Together, Stay Together

Making music together does more than build skills—it builds friendships.
Research shows ensemble experiences activate empathy and connection, helping students feel they belong. From choirs to community bands, music is where friendships grow.

Anita Collins 17/6/25 Anita Collins 17/6/25

What’s getting in the way of recruitment in 2025?

Recruitment in 2025 is about more than filling seats—it’s about consistently advocating for music learning as essential to student growth and wellbeing. Families want to see the long-term value, and students need connection and purpose. Ongoing, intentional messaging leads to stronger recruitment, stability, and lasting impact.

Anita Collins 10/6/25 Anita Collins 10/6/25

Show them who they can be

The “Wanna Be Like…” poster series helps music teachers show students how learning an instrument connects to success beyond the music room. This blog introduces the series, invites teachers to contribute new role models, and offers a free download of five brand-new posters.

Anita Collins 23/5/25 Anita Collins 23/5/25

You Already Know How to Advocate

What if the skills you use to lead a classroom were the exact same ones you need to advocate for your music program?

Anita Collins 20/5/25 Anita Collins 20/5/25

The Biggest Mistakes We Make With Parents

What if perfect pitch isn’t a rare gift you’re born with, but a skill your brain can grow—shaped not by fate, but by how you listen, learn, and tune in over time?

Anita Collins 13/5/25 Anita Collins 13/5/25

Understanding the Brain, in Every Language

BBB resources are now available in multiple languages—because every brain deserves the chance to learn music.

Anita Collins 1/5/25 Anita Collins 1/5/25

The chill factor: Music’s hidden superpower

Anita Collins 1/4/25 Anita Collins 1/4/25

BBB Easter Campaign

Free Easter campaign download with posters and social tiles to help students understand the value of music learning.

Anita Collins 13/3/25 Anita Collins 13/3/25

The No-Extra-Work Secret to Music Advocacy

What if you could advocate for music education without adding more work to your already packed schedule?

Kelsie White 5/3/25 Kelsie White 5/3/25

Inspiring the Next Generation: Celebrating Ruby Mensforth, BBB Music Teacher Award Runner-Up 2025

While there can only be one winner of the BBB Music Teacher Award, we also recognize the outstanding efforts of our 2025 Runner-Up, Ruby Mensforth—a teacher whose dedication to fostering a love of music has left a lasting impact on her students.

Kelsie White 27/2/25 Kelsie White 27/2/25

See, Know, Advocate: FREE Poster Digital Download

For many music teachers, March means concert season, assessment planning, and advocating for the importance of music education as budgets and schedules for next year take shape.

We know that speaking up for music in schools can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone.