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Make a Sound into the Futurebusiness departments could train students in global copyright transactions. These collaborations could help build a healthier and more resilient structure for the music industry. Hsueh, who has led the Pop Music program at Taipei City University of Science and Technology for twelve years, shares this view. He explains that music-related university courses have never been only about creation; they also include training connected to different parts of the industry. That said, most students still focus mainly on learning instruments or playing in bands. In his view, how students lay a strong foundation during college, both in creative work and in skills beyond creation is crucial for those hoping to pursue a career in music.Music education doesn%u2019t start in college; it should begin much earlierHsueh emphasizes that true music education shouldn%u2019t wait until university. Students should begin developing these skills naturally through everyday life, such as in middle school and high school. Ting also shares her experience working with the Ministry of Culture to develop supplementary teaching materials for elementary through high school, as well as training seed teachers. After all, it%u2019s only by starting with education and integrating music into more children%u2019s daily lives that we can nurture musicians ready to face the changing times.Despite the uncertainty in today%u2019s environment, all three seasoned professionals remain hopeful. Hsueh reflects, %u201cI keep meeting outstanding students, ones who possess strong behind-the-scenes skills, clarity of thought, and remarkable planning abilities. So I still believe teaching is absolutely worthwhile. Because I see hope; I believe these students will find their sense of purpose in this generation.%u201d%u201cAs long as there%u2019s someone willing to learn, we%u2019re willing to share everything we know. That%u2019s how we%u2019ll see the future of pop music and all its possibilities.%u201d says Ting.As long as there%u2019s someone willing to learn, we%u2019re willing to share everything we know. That%u2019s how we%u2019ll see the future of pop music and all its possibilities.%u2014Hsiao-Wen Ting134135