Episodes

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 ...

In this episode, we'll discuss how you can really relax over Winter break. It's so hard to leave work at work and to "turn your brain off". But, self care is so important and in this episode we'll talk about …

In this episode, I'm going to share 5 reasons I'm thankful for music education. I'll discuss: 1. How music helps students explore creativity 2. Why music class doesn't just teach music 3. Why every child can learn music 4. Th...

In this episode, I want to talk about 5 things I'm thankful for. This episode is a little different, because I break away from the normal music education episodes, and share my heart with you a little bit. I'd love …

In this episode, we'll talk about why teaching your students music from other countries and cultures is so important and ways to go about doing this. Don't forget to grab your free resource and you can download the free "40 …

In this episode, we'll discuss: -how to keep planning and teaching the lesson simple when you're just starting out -ways to keep yourself from over planning -how to use lesson plans from last year Don't forget to check out my...

In this episode, we'll discuss: -ways to use old textbooks and other resources -simplifying by combining lessons per grade level -how to organize your lessons by teaching standards I'd love for you to leave a rating and a rev...

In this episode, I'll share with you an answer I gave to one of the music teachers I mentor about how to handle a behavior problem child in the music room. Click here for a free printable to help you …

In today's episode, I'm going to talk about why I'm a teacherpreneur and what it's like being one. If you've wondered why I do what I do, or what a teacherpreneur is exactly, than this episode is for you. I'd …

In this episode, I'm going to teach the activity "Pass the Pumpkin." Even if you're already familiar with this activity, I'm going to talk about how to make it even more musical, ways to extend this lesson, how upper elementa...

This elementary music lesson "Peanut Sat On a Railroad Track" is a speech piece that adds instruments to it that your students will love! I'd love for you to leave a rating and a review of the podcast on I-tunes, …

In this episode, we'll discover real ways you can beat imposter syndrome and stop comparing yourself once and for all to other music teachers. I'd love for you to leave a rating and a review of the podcast on I-tunes, …

In episode 18, I'll go over why teaching songwriting and composition in elementary music isn't scary. If you're new to teaching your students to compose, just the very thought can make you want to run to the corner and suck …

In this episode, we're going to talk all about teaching kids to sing in elementary music. I wrote a blog post about teaching kids to sing that you can check out here . I'd love for you to leave a …

In this episode, you'll be able to listen to one of the 20 lessons from inside The Elementary Music Teacher Blueprint course. The Elementary Music Teacher Blueprint teaches everything you need to know to successfully teach el...

Whether students are new to your school or have known you a while, I want to share ways that you can make students feel comfortable in the music room. In this episode, I'll discuss: -how to make kindergarten students feel …

This was originally aired on my Facebook page. In this episode, we'll talk about my favorite ways to transition from summer back to school. The first week is always the hardest as you adjust to waking up to an alarm …

In this episode, I'll talk about 10 things you don't know about me. If you've ever wondered who I really am, then you need to listen to this episode. I'd love for you to leave a rating and a review …

In this episode we'll discuss 3 ways you can feel successful teaching elementary music. To sign up for The Elementary Music Teacher Blueprint course, head here. I'd love for you to leave a rating and a review of the podcast …

In this episode we'll talk about why teaching Patriotic music to kids is so important. A lot of times, kids aren't given the opportunity to learn songs about America, and it's our job as music teacher's to teach them these …

Self care for teachers is so important! The quotes I share in this short but mighty episode are: "Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you." Anne Lamott "You can't pour from an …

In this episode, I'll share my favorite tips I wish someone had shared with me my first year of teaching. We'll discuss: -why going in with confidence is key -why it's ok to ask for help -practice procedures like it's …

In this episode, we'll discuss how to find your motivation to take professional development this summer. Professional development is not only required, but it really does help give you new ideas and fresh inspiration to use i...