Breaking down recorder teaching to feel like any other part of Kodaly inspired teaching can totally be done. Using The Kodaly Aspiring Recorder can be one way to get there as it is set up in a way that will really help break down the process using the Kodaly method....
No matter how you feel about the holiday, there’s no denying students love another reason for a bit of fun, sugary snacks and a little down time from normal activities. I thought I’d give a quick roundup of some Valentines Day Songs and Activities for...
With American Thanksgiving next week, a lot of us are leaning into turkey themed activities. Books, songs, and more, these turkey activities for music class are sure to bring some fun to the classroom. (Full disclosure: some affiliate links. No pressure!) Albuquerque...
I somehow think of Halloween as the ultimate kid holiday. Imagination, parties, candy for free. If you are in a school where you can celebrate Halloween in the classroom, these are some fabulous songs to still teach concepts, but celebrate the spooky season. Little...
Apple themed lessons are a fall classic and there are some great activities for apples that can give your lessons a seasonal feel. There is no shortage of great apple activities, songs, and books, so here are some of my favorites apple themed activities for elementary...
In any classroom, relationships are key. In the music classroom, having a sense of community is essential to creative endeavors, trust, and performance. Students need to know they have a voice, feel supported, and don’t fear being made fun of for creative work....
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