Recorder Archives | Mrs. Stouffer's Music Room

No More Belt Tests! Why I Changed My Recorder Curriculum

by Melissa Stouffer | Feb 18, 2018 | Kodaly, Recorder

A few years ago, I was feeling SUPER frustrated with my recorder curriculum. I didn’t see the retention I wanted, left hands were everywhere but on top even with reminders, students memorizing and forgetting, and memorizing those songs for belt tests… WHY?...

1000 Follower Celebration

by Melissa Stouffer | Mar 15, 2017 | All, Recorder, Substitutes In The Music Room

Oh my goodness! I’m so excited to share that I reached 1000 followers on TpT today! I think this calls for a celebration to say thank you! Here’s the details on the festivities! Day One: Monday 3/21 A new forever freebie! Snail Snail! Day Two:...

It’s My Birthday!

by Melissa Stouffer | Mar 15, 2017 | All, Back To School Lesson Plans, Recorder, Substitutes In The Music Room, Teacher Tips

Graphics from My Clip Art Store, KG Fonts and Erin Bradley Designs. Since it is my birthday, I thought I’d celebrate with my very first giveaway! So I am giving away three items that would be great for any music teacher! I will be giving away a copy of my Pasta...

Rockin Resources Linky Party

by Melissa Stouffer | Mar 15, 2017 | All, Lesson Planning, Recorder

I’m so excited for the TpT sale tomorrow! I have SO much in my cart! I wanted to tell you about a few of the items I’m excited for! First, I’m going to tell you about my big release. I wrote an entire recorder method book. I teach band and choir...

Recorder Freebie!

by Melissa Stouffer | Mar 15, 2017 | All, Recorder

I needed a records chart for my recorder room, so I thought I would share them with you! Color and black and white options for people who need print-friendly options. I hope you can find them useful! Please leave feedback if you...

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