On episode 293 of The Elementary Music Teacher podcast, I reflect on the things I did this school year that worked out well in all of my classes. This involved one major key role: flexibility in lesson plans. This aspect, often overlooked, plays a crucial role in facilitating a dynamic and responsive teaching environment. In this […]
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Bucket Drumming to Food Beats
On episode 292 of The Elementary Music Teacher podcast, I had a thrilling and interactive chat about the fun teaching method called “bucket drumming” with experts Jesse Mell and Travien Bryson. The episode explores how this accessible and engaging music technique can be used to teach rhythmic patterns and foster a love of music in […]
Preparing for a Music Teaching Interview
On episode 291 of The Elementary Music Teacher podcast, I discuss the critical subject of preparing for a music teaching interview. Interviews can be nerve-wracking, but with the right preparation, you can confidently present your skills and qualifications. This blog post is filled with golden nuggets including interview questions and tips on how to approach […]
Teaching in the U.S. as a Foreign Teacher
On episode 290 of The Elementary Music Teacher podcast, I have the privilege of having an insightful conversation with my co-teacher, Lewis Baez, about his unique experience teaching in the U.S. as a foreign teacher. Lewis is the Spanish teacher at The Hill School in Fayetteville, AR. He’s from the Dominican Republic and is passionate about […]
Implementing What You Learn at Music Education Conferences
On episode 289 of The Elementary Music Teacher podcast, I talk all about effectively implementing what you learn at music education conferences. These gatherings are rich sources of knowledge, inspiration, and professional connections, but the true challenge lies in successfully translating the insights gathered from these events into practical applications in your own classroom. In […]
Co-Teaching in the Music Room
On episode 288 of The Elementary Music Teacher podcast, I dive into co-teaching in the music room with special guests Linzie Mullins and Betsy Carter. Co-teaching presents a novel approach to managing large classes and increasing student engagement. In this blog post, we’ll unpack the key takeaways from the episode to provide actionable insights for […]
Teaching Music with the Orff Approach
On episode 287 of The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast featuring my guest Tiffany English, we talk about teaching music with the Orff approach– a pedagogical method to music education. This method emphasizes the importance of allowing students to develop their understanding of music at their own pace and in their own unique way. Orff Schulwerk, often […]
5 Steps to Being a Conference Presenter
On episode 286 of The Elementary Music Teacher podcast, I delve into the exciting feat of becoming a conference presenter. This episode is particularly special because it’s a topic that I have been asked about before but never had the chance to discuss. In this blog post, I will go over a few steps you […]
Utilizing AI in Music Education
On episode 285 of The Elementary Music Teacher podcast, special guest Priten Shah came to the show to discuss a fascinating subject – the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in music education. In this blog post, I will expand on the key insights from the episode, offering a deeper look into how AI can be […]
Ways to Thrive as an Introverted Music Teacher
On episode 284 of The Elementary Music Teacher podcast, we talk about what it’s like to be an introverted music teacher. With an understanding that introverted individuals often require quiet spaces and alone time to recharge and process their thoughts, the episode explores various ways in which introverted music teachers can thrive in their roles. […]