Have you been looking for some new and engaging music lessons and activities for St. Patrick’s Day this year? St. Patrick’s Day is one of my favorite holidays for music lessons because there are so many things we can learn about with our students. From Irish music, traditional instruments, and
3 easy Louis Armstrong music activities to introduce your elementary students to Louis Armstrong and the world of jazz music.
Are you looking for some new Valentine’s Day music games and activities to get your students excited this year? Here are six low-prep activities you and your students will love! Valentine’s Day Music Bingo Game Everyone loves a bingo game, and music bingo is even more fun! Instead of calling
Winter is a great time to make music lessons more fun! Try these five fun winter music activities for elementary students. These activities include rhythm games, an escape room, and even a musical snowball fight! They’ll add some extra excitement to your January lessons. These ideas will keep your students
With all the craziness in December, sometimes you just need an easy, no-fuss lesson. Here are 7 (+ an extra fun bonus idea!) Christmas music class activities for those days leading up to the holiday break when you don’t have time to plan. #1 – A Holiday Music Sing-along If
Are you looking for engaging Halloween music activities to spice up your lessons this year? Keep reading for 5 of my favorite engaging activities to add to your music lessons this October. Music Symbol Jack-o’-lanterns I did this activity with a group of my teenage students one year using real
Do you have favorite activities to teach rhythm and counting? There are so many methods for counting rhythm. From the traditional ‘1 and 2 and’ system to the ‘ta, ti-ti’ Kodaly syllables, and beyond. There could certainly be a debate about the most effective counting method for teaching rhythms. But,
Do you have a favorite rhythm game or activity to use in your music lessons? Rhythm is something that always needs review, so you can never have too many rhythm games and activities up your sleeve! I’ve put together a list of 10 rhythm games that can be used to
The first day of music class is an exciting time for both teachers and students! New possibilities and musical adventures await! But, it’s also a little bit scary (not just for students, but for the teacher too!). New faces, personalities, and maybe a best friend from last year who isn’t
Are you looking for fun, fast-paced rhythm review activities that keep students engaged while also assessing rhythm reading or aural skills? How about one that can be used in both classroom settings, as well as private lessons? The poison rhythm game is all these things, for a refreshing change from sight-clapping rhythms!
I help parents and teachers with music activities for preschool and elementary even if they don’t feel musical or have limited time.
Through the years I’ve seen first hand the transformation music can make in children’s development and emotional well-being. I’m passionate about helping all children access a music education.
