Rachel Cox (BMus, LMusAGM) is a music educator and Master’s candidate from the Newcastle region in NSW. Rachel holds a Bachelor of Music in Instrumental and Vocal Teaching, and is currently completing a Master of Music (Music Education) at the University of Sydney. Under the supervision of Professor Emeritus Kathryn Marsh and Dr. Jadey O’Regan, Rachel’s master’s research project is investigating the use of popular music in Kodály-inspired teaching for children in Kindergarten and Year 1. Rachel has been practicing as a private voice and piano teacher since 2014 and currently runs a private teaching studio, as well as teaching as a specialist music teacher for K-2 students at Nillo Infants School. In addition to teaching, Rachel maintains an active performance career as a contemporary vocalist and DJ.