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5 Ways to Liven Your Halloween Performance (Music Teacher Tip #40)
In this music teacher tip, I will be sharing 5 ways you can liven up your Halloween performance event! I like to rotate these ideas over the years, keeping things fresh for the audience. Make sure you watch to the end!
NoteBusters Review
There is something to be said about repetition. By the time a student is done with NoteBusters they will have BUSTED their note reading problem away. Read the review…
Why You Should Incorporate Brain Breaks into Music Lessons
Whether it’s engaging in physical activities, stimulating cognitive abilities, or practicing relaxation techniques, brain breaks offer numerous benefits.
Halloween Themed Music Resource Roundup
Halloween Themed Music Resource Roundup! Included are spooktacular printable and digital games plus some free music teacher treats!
Tending the Musical Garden: Nurturing our Students’ Musical Skills
Just like a garden, musical skills require regular care, exploration, and growth to flourish. Each step in nurturing is an important one as we teach our students to tend to their musical garden.
Semester Kickoffs (Music Teacher Tip #39)
As a problem solver, my goal is to find win-win solutions that benefit both my students and their families.
Years ago, I introduced semester kickoffs to ease students back into lessons after breaks….
Motivating Students to Play Music During Summer Break (Music Teacher Tip #38)
ummer break is a much-needed time for students to relax, unwind, and recharge for the upcoming school year. Helping students stay connected to music during their break can be a challenge, but with creative ideas, it’s possible.
Whether you continue teaching throughout the summer or opt for a well-deserved break, my aim is that these ideas empower your students to sustain their musical progress while enjoying their time off.
Summer Camps Q&A (Music Teacher Tip #37)
Summer camps are one of my favorite subjects to talk about. In this tip, I answer YOUR questions, give helpful links and a freebie!
Recital Burnout (Music Teacher Tip #36)
Are you feeling some recital burnout? Let’s face it… Recitals can be a lot of work, so it’s totally understandable to be burned out from them. In this music teacher tip, I will share 8 tips on how to get through recital burnout and how to help avoid future recital burnout.
Teaching Students with Selective Mutism (Music Teacher Tip #35)
Do you have a student who comes across as extremely shy or doesn’t talk at all? Then you will want to tune into teacher tip #35 where I will be talking about teaching students with selective mutism.
In this tip, you will learn some easy tips on how to communicate with your student successfully while building trust.
Teacher Love with Self-Care (Music Teacher Tip #34)
Teaching can be challenging and demanding at times. It’s time to give ourselves some teacher love with self-care. Here are 10 tips to help…
Valentine’s Day Music Resource Roundup
Are you ready for some musical love? In this resource roundup you will find cards, printable and digital games perfect for Valentine’s Day.
New Year’s Music Resource Roundup
A New Year roundup of blog posts and activities about things I’ve done over the years with my students. Goal setting, practice boosts & more!
Christmas Song Activities to Play
Looking for some fun Christmas Song activities to play with students? Here are 10 fun activities perfect for the holiday season.
3 Ways To Find Online Students
With a little creativity, there are ways for you to find online students. That’s why Forte wants to give you three tips to help you expand your online studio and find new online students.
Over 25 Music Podcasts Music Educators Can Follow
Music podcasts used to be few and far between. But now there is plenty to listen to. I gathered over 25 music podcasts to get you started!
Opening a Zip File
If you are having problems opening up a zip file resource you downloaded you will want to continue reading this post.
Pirate Themed Music Resource Roundup
Ahoy Me Hearties! September 19th is “Talk Like a Pirate” Day! Are ye ready? Ye best get planning. Luckily I have made things easy for you! Below ye will find a roundup of music resources fittin’ for a Captain! Whether ye teach a crew of students or individually, there is something for everyone! Now batten down the hatches and get to work!
Practice Incentive Programs | Part 2
Part 2 of 2 highlighting Music Educator Resources practice incentive programs.
Practice Incentive Programs | Part 1
Part 1 of 2 highlighting Music Educator Resources practice incentive programs.
Journey To Hidden Treasures: A Practice Incentive Program
Avast Ye! Arrrr ye ready for a new practice incentive program this year? The crew is setting sail on a Journey to Hidden Treasures! A pirate-themed practice adventure where you will find gold, gems, and digital escape room challenges are all intertwined in the...
Forte! A free online lesson platform
Guest post by Lucas Carbonneau Ah, summertime. The season of family vacations, fresh lemonade, and laying by the pool. Though we’re all enjoying the sunshine, music teachers often worry about how to work around their students’ summertime commitments. Music teachers...
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