The secret to happiness can be hard to uncover amidst the uncertainty of this back to school season. So for this episode, I sat down for a candid, casual conversation with my good friend Michelle Rose to talk about just that.
SmartMusic Summer Repertoire Update
This summer, we’ve expanded SmartMusic’s unrivaled repertoire library to include an additional 135 titles, including solos; large ensemble pieces for concert band, string and full orchestra, choir, and jazz band; and methods.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #77: Predicting the Future of Music Education
Music educators are faced with a true crisis. Something unlike anything we’ve seen in our lifetimes and decisions we wouldn’t wish on anyone.
Using SmartMusic’s Find Music Function for Repertoire Selection
Repertoire selection is an exciting part of each school year, and it doesn’t stop just because you’re teaching remotely. SmartMusic includes the largest online library of digital music for school ensembles, and the Find Music tool can help make sure your students have what they need to practice for their next concert – remote or in person.
Using Custom Rubrics in SmartMusic
Music educators today face a serious challenge when assessing students. Between using formative assessment, self-assessment, creating portfolios of student work, satisfying state and national standards, and tracking student progress, educators need to be careful not to overload themselves or their students.
Risk Management Plan for Face-to-Face Music & Theatre Instruction for Fall 2020
Create Loops to Turbocharge Student Practice
Instead of focusing on what students practice, teach them how to practice. You’ll build valuable ear training skills, make them more productive, motivate and engage kids, and see the results when your ensemble comes together.
SmartMusic and Your Students’ Data
A consistent concern and challenge for educators is managing and protecting student data. While cloud technology has helped make teaching easier during COVID-19, districts, principals, and teachers are wise to take appropriate precautions for making sure student data is handled well.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #76: Choral Techniques for the Non-Chorally Trained Teacher
Most music educators are a little burned out when it comes to online teaching and worrying about what next school year is going to look like.
5 Reasons Your Students Should Share Music
Earlier this spring, we released music sharing features in SmartMusic. Now when you upload or create music in SmartMusic’s Compose tool, you can share that music with anyone!