Why I Use Puppets in Music Class
I love using puppets in music class. They make the perfect companion for a music lesson. Why? I've found that children's response grows exponentially when my puppets are teaching anything from…
Fall Music Lesson: Creative Movement and Improvisation
Wow! Did September go by quickly or what? I'm so glad we're having cooler temperatures, aren't you? Fall is my favorite time of year. I love the changing colors and…
Music Class Activities to Teach Form
Teaching Musical Form using a variety of teaching strategies is a wonderful way to get students engaged and help them internalize the idea of patterns in music. So I'm sharing…
5 Tips for an AMAZING Back to School Music Class
For me, the "Back to School" phrase sends shudders up my spine and creates a bit of anxiety. So here's 5 tips for an amazing back to school music class.…
Designing a Music Class Curriculum
I thought I'd share my ideas about the most essential Music concepts to teach. The most important thing that I believe a teacher needs to do is to establish…