Yamaha Educator Suite: Building the Next Generation of Music Educators
Metacognition in the Music Classroom
Help students become more aware of their thinking process as they assess their performance to become independent musicians.
Rehearsal Shouldn’t Be a Punishment
You don’t have to run your classroom like a drill sergeant to get positive results.
Use Fusion to Engage Students
Combine two or more genres of music to bridge the gap between music your students know and the realms of classical, jazz and world music.
You Don’t Owe Social Media Anything
Visibility online is not the same as value in your classroom, so focus on music-making not creating content.
Why Patience Wins Over Panic
It’s easy to think that kids don’t care, but with patience, repetition, praise and steady leadership, you’ll notice positive change.
10 Habits That Make Teaching Harder Than It Needs to Be
If you’re doing any of these things, stop! There are easier and more effective ways to show how dedicated you are.
Go Viral With Purpose: Responsible Social Media Usage
What began as a reluctant step into TikTok quickly became a transformative journey that elevated my school music program, empowered my students and redefined how I advocate for music education.
Balancing Motherhood and Teaching
Two Virginia orchestra directors joined forces to help all caregiver music directors on extended leave.
The Many Faces of Trumpeter Allen Vizzutti
Classical, jazz, soundtracks and more — Allen Vizzutti’s career has crossed genres and his clinic teachings appeal to all generations.
Build Bridges: Work with Administration, Parents and Other Teachers
Music educators must forge partnerships to ensure that their music programs prosper.
Students Help Teach Music to Students with Disabilities
United Sound promotes social involvement for students with and without disabilities to perform in…
Add These 3 Exercises to Your Percussion Practice Sessions
Be a better percussionist by regularly working on your reading, rolls and listening skills.
New to Teaching Strings?
If you are new to teaching strings, don’t panic. Top string professionals offer advice as you launch into uncharted territory.
Start a Guitar Program
A guitar program will provide a musical opportunity to students who would not usually join traditional band, orchestra or choir.
