The Learning Curve
The Learning Curve podcast by Nord Anglia International School Al Khor dives into topics that resonate with today’s students, educators, and families. In each episode, special guests — ranging from industry experts and educators to community leaders and alumni — bring unique insights that connect learning with real-world experiences. The discussions aim to enrich perspectives, bridging classroom knowledge with life skills and, at the same time, encouraging a lifelong passion for discovery and growth.
The Learning Curve
Episode 6: The Juilliard Perspective with Raphael and Brian
In this episode of “The Learning Curve,” we’re joined by Juilliard Curriculum Specialists Brian Drye (Music) and Raphael Peacock (Drama), who traveled to Qatar in April 2025 to visit Compass International Schools Doha (CISD) and Nord Anglia International School Al Khor (NAISAK). Together, they reflect on their personal journeys in the arts, share powerful insights into teaching and cultural adaptation, and discuss how Juilliard’s curriculum fosters creativity, confidence, and breakthrough moments for students worldwide.
Tune in to uncover what it truly takes to choose passion over predictability, understand how the transformative Juilliard relationship impacts NAISAK students, and pinpoint why performing arts matter now more than ever!