When teaching elementary music, small changes that are easy to implement can make a big difference. Deciding to harness the power of short phrases in teaching is one such change that can yield big success in getting the results you want.
She'll Be coming 'round the mountain is a classic sing-along song that every student should know. Use the included GrooveTrack to get your students movin' and groovin'.
Every music teacher has a vision in their mind of what they want the impact of their teaching career to be. Many times we imagine our students performing at an exceptional level in various ensemble settings, and receiving a top-notch musical education. We imagine that...
My Bonnie Lies Over The Ocean is a song with a debated origin. Some think it is about a sailor's bonnie (beautiful) maiden across the sea, others think it was a secret code song honoring "Bonnie Prince Charlie"who was exiled from Britain. Either way spice up this class...
It’s that time of year again! The holidays are upon us and with them comes the holiday rush. It’s well known that student behavior gets a little crazy during this time, and if you add holiday performance responsibilities to this the holiday season can make teaching inc...
Jingle Bells is one of the most recognizable holiday songs. Enjoy this new arrangement of a classic tune and pair it with the included GrooveTrack for a performance-ready addition to any Holiday concert.
One of the most helpful strategies to develop as an elementary music teacher is to create a plan for yearly growth and a checklist of goals. Taking time to create such a plan establishes an “aim” for your development, and as they say, “You can’t hit a target you can’t...
Great Big House In New Orleans is a song set to a driving Second Line groove. There is also a circle dance that goes with the song depicted in the video below. Use this fun song with the included GrooveTrack to create an engaging movement activity for your students.
This is the Second installment of the Bag O’ Tricks series which includes helpful tricks and tips to make your elementary music classroom run more smoothly.
Non-Verbal Attention Signals
Vocal health is a big concern for elementary music teachers because we rely on our v...
Get Ready for this spirited pumpkin rap! Thrill your students with a classic poem synced with a mysterious beat! A "Chill Version" is also included for our Non-witch-friendly schools.
