Whether you're a new teacher or a returning teacher, there's always a core set of materials you need to be effective. When I first began teaching I had a guitar…
So, you're an elementary music teacher? Me too! And we are one of a kind-right? In most elementary schools there's only one general music teacher. And it's your job to…
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…
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…
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…
For me, the "Back to School" phrase sends shudders up my spine and creates a bit of anxiety. So here are 5 tips for an amazing back to school music…
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…