Episodes

Today's episode is a guest interview with Jane Marsilio from sillyomusic.com . I'm so excited about this episode, because we're talking all about how to use routines to effectively help with classroom management in the eleme...

In this episode, we're going to talk about how to choose music resources to teach when there's so much out there! It can get so overwhelming with so much available and not knowing what to pick! I'm going to break …

In this episode, we're going to talk about how to address the "it must be nice to get summers off" statement. Even if you've never heard someone say this before, you may have felt some guilt around having summers off. …

In this episode, Kristen and I will discuss music literacy. She has some amazing advice and insights when it comes to helping kids not just learn to count notes, but understand how rhythms and note reading all fit together ...

In this episode, we'll discuss easy ways to prepare your music classroom for summer. You'll learn how to store your instruments, what to do with the other resources, and why thinking about the beginning of next school year i...

In this episode, we'll explore exactly you need to know about putting on a talent show. If you've never put on a talent show before, it can be overwhelming knowing where to start and how exactly to do it. This …

Today, I'm interviewing Erin Elliott, who breaks down the steps she takes to teach Orff-Schulwerk in her classroom. In this episode you'll learn: -how to get started teaching with the Orff method -ways to attend an Orff level...

In this episode, I'm going to be super honest and real with you. Anxiety is something I've suffered with for years and I want to share strategies that have worked for me with you, so hopefully you can feel like …

In this episode, I'll explain 3 simple ways you can use keyboards in your music classroom. We'll discuss, how to use them in centers, as a full keyboard lab, or for small group instruction, even if you're not a pianist …

I’m so excited about today’s guest Stacey Garrepy. Shes in her 3rd year of teaching elementary music at a Classical Christian school while also in her 3rd year in the PhD program at UNC Greensboro. Today, we’re going to hav...

In this episode, we're going to talk about what to do with your students in the music room during testing week. You'll learn effective, yet simple strategies, that still teach your students music, yet isn't overwhelming them...

In episode 41, we talked about the importance of not losing your musicianship. In today's episode, we're going to talk about how to bring your musicianship into your classroom. It's ok if you don't do things like the music t...

In this episode, we're going to have an honest conversation about why you shouldn't lose your musicianship. You're so busy as a music teacher and in your private life, that practicing your instrument looks a lot different th...

In this episode, we'll discuss ways to advocate for your music program during Music in our Schools Month. Some ways to advocate aren't just about barging into your latest Congressman's office and demanding respect. Most of t...

In this episode, Elisa Jansen Jones and I discuss mentorship for elementary music teacher's. Mentorship is usually just thought of as being assigned one teacher to help you when you're starting out in your teaching career. ...

In this episode, we'll discuss 4 ways to deal with music teacher burnout. You feel like you’re like the little engine that could and you’re barely making it. Maybe this is your first year teaching, so you’ve never experienc...

In this episode, we'll explore ways to celebrate Mardi Gras in the music room. Ideas were shared from this blog post. I'd love for you to leave a rating and a review of the podcast on I-tunes, to share the …

In this episode, we'll talk about the super powers you have as a music teacher. You may have hard days, but each day you get to change the lives of your students through the power of music. You can read …

In this episode, we'll talk about an easy Valentine's Day activity, how to keep it simple with your lower elementary kiddos, a rhythm heart activity, and a way to foster a sense of community with positive phrases. For 5 Valen...

This episode originally aired on this Facebook Live. In this episode, we'll discuss ways you can plan, pick out, and implement programs. Even if you have no resources or have never put a program on before, you can do this! …

In this episode, we'll discuss my absolute favorite Martin Luther King quotes and how you can apply his words to your life and teaching. I'd love for you to leave a rating and a review of the podcast on I-tunes, …

In this episode, we'll talk about ways you can celebrate black history month in the music classroom. The Facebook Live I did where I taught "Lift Every Voice and Sing" can be found here. I mentioned two blog posts that …

In this podcast episode, we'll explore ways you can find your motivation as you head back to school after Winter break. I'd love for you to leave a rating and a review of the podcast on I-tunes, to share the …

In this episode, I share my 5 favorite episodes from 2018. You can also read "My Top 10 Music Education Blog Posts" here... www.thedomesticmusician.com/my-top-10-music-education-blog-posts-from-2018/ This has been a great ...