Make Moments Matter: A Music Education Podcast

I love teaching music to kids! I am a certified Orff Schulwerk teacher and plan to share lessons about singing, playing instruments, recorder technique, creative movement, improvisation, guided listening, and other techniques that will help you teach music better! Find more information and ideas on my blog: www.MakeMomentsMatter.org

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#008: I Caught A Leprechaun

In this episode I share some lesson ideas to teach the silly song "I Caught a Leprechaun.” This is a great song for K-1 and provides an easy way to add finger cymbals! I’ll also share my favorite (and FREE) video to use when teaching piano and forte! Resources mentioned in the podcast: Videos for students page: http://bit.ly/2mkYSHW Bjork’s Video: http://bit.ly/1gvAOHG My blog post about the Leprechaun Song: http://bit.ly/2m15QQK

Mar 09, 2017•23 min

#007: Instrument Petting Zoo

Learn about how to make an Instrument Petting Zoo work for you! I’ll talk about preparation, what to expecting during the zoo, follow-up ideas, and lots of organizational tips to make your petting zoo a great experience. Resources mentioned in the podcast: My Instagram: http://bit.ly/2lLe6Wy Instrument Petting Zoo Kit: http://bit.ly/2mAEEsW Petting Zoo Blog Post: http://bit.ly/2l1FaDJ

Feb 27, 2017•32 min

#006: I've Been to Harlem

I share some lesson ideas to teach the folk song "I’ve Been to Harlem” aka “Turn the Glasses Over” I’ll sing through the song, give some background, share a couple dance options, and also talk about how to incorporate the “cup routine.” I’ll also share three of my favorite iPad apps to use in the classroom! Resources mentioned in the podcast: I’ve Been to Harlem FFS Set: bit.ly/2m2l35h My Facebook Page: bit.ly/2kliYEv Incredibox (web): bit.ly/KbzzUI Incredibox (app): apple.co/23InJVc TuneTrain: ...

Feb 20, 2017•24 min

#005: On Top of Old Smokey

I share some lesson ideas to teach the famous folk song "On Top of Old Smokey." It's great for Valentine's Day (as it's a love song) or any time of year. You'll also hear me talk about the parody song "On Top of Spaghetti" and I'll share my favorite tip to save your sanity when teaching choreography for your grade-level concerts! Resources mentioned in the podcast: R&L Posters: http://bit.ly/2kNbfh5 Old Smokey FFS Set: http://bit.ly/2l9iWPG My Facebook Page: http://bit.ly/2kliYEv

Feb 14, 2017•24 min

#004: Skip to My Lou

Skip to my Lou is a great folk song with a fun partner stealing game. It's fantastic to teach around Valentine's Day but can also work for any time of year! Here is the Favorite Folk Song Set that I talk about in the podcast: http://bit.ly/2jqKniW

Jan 29, 2017•31 min

#003: Old Brass Wagon & Miss Liking

Two for one in this episode! Old Brass Wagon and Miss Liking are two similar folk songs with great opportunities for folk dance and student choice. If you'd like to learn more about Old Brass Wagon you might want to check out this resource: http://bit.ly/2jSMM9L

Jan 24, 2017•33 min

#002: Chicken on a Fencepost

In this podcast I share a quick and easy "music teacher tip" and explain the process for how I teach the folk song "Chicken on a Fencepost." Here is a link to the resources I talk about: http://bit.ly/2iWY3CP

Jan 15, 2017•29 min

#001: Looby Loo

In this podcast I talk about my love for folk songs and explain the process for how I teach the folk song "Looby Loo." Here is a link to the resources I talk about: http://bit.ly/2ic0mkm

Jan 08, 2017•21 min

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