When planning to teach a new selection that includes a tricky rhythm, I suggest teaching the rhythm separately before sight reading the piece.
Upbeat! Creating a Positive Culture in Music Ensembles
When you wake up in the morning, do you look forward to your day of teaching music with excitement and anticipation?
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #56: Getting Funding – Award Application Tips
Years ago I did some survey work to discover the biggest cause of stress in the lives of music educators.
Silence Is Golden: Especially When You’re On the Podium
Let’s say you’re getting close to your performance date and your students are reasonably prepared. Want to try something different that could introduce new levels of understanding?
Keeping Percussion Students Involved
Keeping percussion students involved throughout every rehearsal can be a challenge, especially on pieces that don’t include several percussion parts.
Music Education Philosophy I Learned on the Job
What we learned while earning a degree in music education only cracked the surface of what’s needed to be an effective teacher.
A Job and a Friend: What Every Student Needs to Stay in Band!
Retention is a topic that is important to all of us, as it can impact the quality of our band programs and our job security.
Passing the Baton: Empowering Singers in the Choral Rehearsal
I began my education career as a teacher-centered conductor with a passion for music. I believed my “reign” in the classroom was about dictating process and procedures from the podium, which often resulted in spoon feeding every pitch and rhythm on the page.
August Repertoire Update Featuring 24 Italian Songs and Arias
This month we’ve again expanded the SmartMusic repertoire library with new solos, large ensemble titles, and two methods for pre-band instruments.
New SmartMusic Home Page
Today new SmartMusic was updated with a new Home page and several other improvements, all designed to make your experience more efficient and intuitive.