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Big News for Elementary Music Teachers!

Big News for Elementary Music Teachers!

Our new ‘sister’ website, Elementary Music Teachers Talk Shop is officially live! Check out our first few quick articles HERE….
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Building Structure Into Your Classroom: Creating a Learning Environment That You Look Forward to Everyday

Building Structure Into Your Classroom: Creating a Learning Environment That You Look Forward to Everyday

What if you could set classroom expectations in such a way that it created a class FULL of students that…
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Musical Nourishment: Designing Your Daily Instructional Menu

Musical Nourishment: Designing Your Daily Instructional Menu

Making the right instructional choices to develop your students can be overwhelming if you don’t take the time to consider…
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Best Photo Op Ever

Best Photo Op Ever

A child’s first beginning band concert is always extra special. It is the first time the students will be performing…
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Keyboard Percussion: A Long Distance Relationship, Part 2

Keyboard Percussion: A Long Distance Relationship, Part 2

As you approach the middle of beginner year, most students should be able to read, find, and play each note…
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“Who am I?” Rhythm Guessing Game for Middle School Band

“Who am I?” Rhythm Guessing Game for Middle School Band

Have you ever played the popular Hedbanz game?  This version of “Who am I” rhythm guessing game for band is…
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