Thinking about starting a new program with your music classes? Not sure what to do? Is this the problem…. Your time is precious, and you don’t want to waste it. Your budget is limited, and you want to get the most bang for your buck. You have limited space in your classroom to store large […]
So, my first year teaching I hated teaching recorder. It was so much work and so much logistical planning and so much stress. It took some time, research, and planning to make it fun. Now I really like playing and teaching recorder. Here are some little tips I’ve picked up […]
Recorder tips for warmups, repertoire, and more for the elementary music classroom. Plus, free printable recorder fingering charts!
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Did you just throw a song on the whiteboard and try to teach it, as is, like I did my first year? We didn’t get far.
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Many years ago, in my second year of teaching, I was shocked, and a little horrified that I was to teach the Recorder to my Year 7 and 8 Music classes. I mean, what kid, or parent for that matter, wants to learn the recorder? I know I didn’t want to teach this instrument. The […]
Teaching Recorder: Top Tips. Organized Chaos. Compilation of all of the best ideas and tips for teaching recorder. Tips for getting a recorder program started, which instruments to buy, organization tips, teaching strategies, lesson plans, and more.
One of my most favorite classroom activities to do is Composition. I just love, after teaching students the basics, watching them go through the creative process. I just love watching them as they realize that they can create a melody that sounds pretty. The smiles that come with this activity are so worth it! For […]
Teaching Recorder: the basics. Organized Chaos. Everything from which type of recorder to get, whether or not to have students buy their own recorders, what age to teach recorders, and what method books to use.
I flipped the Elementary Recorder class ...teaching elementary recorder class w/technology ..resulting progress of students could not be more profound ...
FREE recorder resources such as sheet music, worksheets and video lessons to help make music fun and engaging! Easy Music Workshop
Teaching Recorder: Top Tips. Organized Chaos. Compilation of all of the best ideas and tips for teaching recorder. Tips for getting a recorder program started, which instruments to buy, organization tips, teaching strategies, lesson plans, and more.
Teaching the recorder can be a very rewarding experience. It can also be a very stressful one. What helps, besides experience, is planning. The best thing you can do before entering the music classroom is to have a clear plan of what you want your students to learn. Simply having a recorder curriculum is not […]
Teaching Recorder: Top Tips. Organized Chaos. Compilation of all of the best ideas and tips for teaching recorder. Tips for getting a recorder program started, which instruments to buy, organization tips, teaching strategies, lesson plans, and more.
Rhythm Practice Click here for the pie rhythm maker to practice your note names and durations. Treble Clef Practice How quickly can you name the notes of the treble staff? You can go to Mr. …
Music theory worksheets are valuable tools for individuals who are learning or studying music. These worksheets provide structured exercises that focus specifically on note values. With a range of activities and exercises tailored to different skill levels, music theory worksheets help students grasp the concept of note values and their significance in creating rhythm and melodic patterns. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced musician, these worksheets are designed to enhance your understanding of note values and improve your musical performance.
When we got our first box of curriculum, when Bug was in the third grade, and it came with two shiny new recorders. I feel guilty telling you this now, but
My desire with this music education podcast is to talk about all things music education in a humorous way. I am passionate about providing you with many ideas that you can use in your classroom, because I want you to be able to focus on being the amazing music teacher you are.
Tips for teaching posture, breath support, and articulation on the recorder in the elementary music classroom.
FREE recorder resources such as sheet music, worksheets and video lessons to help make music fun and engaging! Easy Music Workshop
I am the type of teacher who uses recorders with my students throughout the year. Sometimes we use the recorders every lesson for several classes in a row; sometimes we don’t. Because I use my recorders in this way, asking the children to take them home and bring them back each class does not work
