This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 8/28/23. This week I shared about books and songs to add to and edit from your classroom. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, inst...
Aug 29, 2023•28 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/24/23. This week I shared about five different lessons you can use with older grades at the end of the year. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and ...
Apr 25, 2023•30 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/17/23. This week I shared about how I organize, teach, and pull off a family folk dance night. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the book...
Apr 18, 2023•39 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/10/23. This week I shared about my concerts from this school year and how I plan for future years. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the ...
Apr 11, 2023•27 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/3/23. This week I shared songs, costumes, and other details about my recent first grade concert called "Going to the Farm." If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one g...
Apr 04, 2023•29 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 3/27/23. This week I shared a simple idea about using nonpitched percussion instruments with rhythm reading that could be used with any grade. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep...
Mar 28, 2023•26 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 3/20/23. This week I shared about how I use one recorder resource as a warmup, in large group work, and in centers. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level...
Mar 21, 2023•23 min
In this episode I’m talking with Andrew Ellingsen about Orff Schulwerk and Kodály-inspired teaching. We talk about the similarities, differences, application of each teaching approach, teacher education levels training, and a lot more. Resources mentioned in the podcast: Orff and Kodaly Adapted for the Elementary School: https://amzn.to/2F8ms2s Organization of American Kodály Educator Website: https://www.oake.org/ American Orff Schulwerk Association Website: http://AOSA.org...
Mar 08, 2023•1 hr 4 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 3/6/23. This week I shared about how I used a "challenge rhythm" at the beginning of class for grades 1-5 to focus the lesson and bring in new concepts. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then...
Mar 07, 2023•36 min
In this episode I’m talking with Lorelei Batisla-ong about Orff Schulwerk. In our conversation we talk primarily about how the ukulele can be introduced using the Orff approach and some tips, tricks, and lesson ideas for incorporating ukulele into your lessons. Resources mentioned in the podcast: AOSA Music Advocacy Resources: http://aosa.org/resources/advocacy/ Ukulele Underground: http://bit.ly/2vfXf6u Amazing Slow Downer App: http://bit.ly/3Eih1zs Ukulele Companion App: https://apple.co/2IXig...
Mar 01, 2023•1 hr
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 2/27/23. This week I shared how I planned, prepped, and pulled off my recent second grade concert themed around food! If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade lev...
Mar 01, 2023•33 min
In this episode I’m talking with Laura Bercaw Petersen about Orff Schulwerk. In our conversation we talk primarily about how movement and dance function as a part of the Orff approach and ways that you can incorporate movement into your lessons. Resources mentioned in the podcast: General Orff Schulwerk Books -- The Schulwerk (Orff): https://amzn.to/2GG2PEJ Elementaria (Keetman): https://amzn.to/2IBW4QE Discovering Orff (Frazee): https://amzn.to/2GL3alt Exploring Orff (Steen): https://amzn.to/2H...
Feb 22, 2023•39 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 2/20/23. This week I shared some ideas about how to interview for a job, sample questions you might be asked, and things to consider asking your interviewer! If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and...
Feb 21, 2023•39 min
In this episode I’m talking with Karen Petty about the world of Orff Schulwerk. We talk about how to get kids started on the instruments, mallet exploration, recorder tidbits, some movement ideas, teacher education levels, and a lot more. Resources mentioned in the podcast: Teacher Education “Levels” Courses Directory: http://bit.ly/2uIRJJk Three to Get Ready for Recorder: http://bit.ly/2Jg4FcZ Hot Jams: https://amzn.to/2GRY7Ty Recorder Routes: https://amzn.to/2pEcHnL Recorder Revolutions: http:...
Feb 16, 2023•39 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 2/13/23. This week I shared some ideas about how to look for jobs, network with colleagues, and set up a portfolio to share with potential employers. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do...
Feb 14, 2023•24 min
In this episode I’m talking with Josh Southard about the world of Orff Schulwerk and the instruments often used in Orff classrooms. We talk about how to get kids started on the instruments, pitched percussion exploration, instrument tips and tricks, how many/what kind of instruments to purchase, some instrument care ideas, and lots more! Resources mentioned in the podcast: Teaching With Orff: http://bit.ly/2pVegxK Instrument Repair Hospital with Lissa Ray: http://bit.ly/2uzSNPX Smoky Row Element...
Feb 09, 2023•51 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 2/6/23. This week I shared about the dance "Pata Pata" and how to teach students to look for similarities and differences. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grad...
Feb 07, 2023•23 min
In this episode I get a chance to discuss everything recorder with my friend Natasha Thurmon. In this conversation we talk primarily about ways to approach teaching the recorder, some common practices, resources to consider, and more! Resources mentioned in this podcast: Music For Children CD Recordings (English): https://amzn.to/2pDMzJD Musica Poetica CD Recordings (German): http://bit.ly/2DSllU0 Recorder Resources: Recorder Routes (Carol King): https://amzn.to/2pEcHnL Recorder Improvisation &a...
Feb 01, 2023•45 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 1/30/23. This week I shared about how to use visual aids to help students understand melodies and song form. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and sh...
Jan 31, 2023•30 min
In this episode I’m talking with Beth Melin Nelson about Orff Schulwerk. In our conversation we talk primarily about how movement and dance function as a part of the Orff approach and ways that you can incorporate movement into your lessons. I had a spelling error while recording the podcast so please see corrected hashtags to follow below! Also know that since 2018 many educators have stopped using the word "posse" and the AOSA hashtag has been changed from #OrffPosse to #OrffFam Resources ment...
Jan 26, 2023•53 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 1/23/23. This week I shared about how to create rhythmic poems and body percussion pieces to go along with books. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level a...
Jan 24, 2023•32 min
What does it mean to be an "Orff teacher," how can you include pitched and nonpitched instruments into lessons, what are tips for teaching recorder, how about ideas about teaching on a cart? I thought it would be fun to revisit a series of conversations I had with Orff specialists from 2018 where I explore those exact questions! In this encore episode, I’m talking with Jennifer Donovan about the world of Orff Schulwerk. Resources mentioned in the podcast: Windsongs Series Recorder Books: http://...
Jan 18, 2023•58 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 1/16/23. This week I shared about how to find, choose, and use children's books in your classroom. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the bo...
Jan 17, 2023•31 min
Have you ever wondered, "What is Orff Schulwerk? Should I do the summer training? How can I get started?" I thought it would be fun to revisit a series of conversations I had with Orff specialists from 2018 where I explore those exact questions! In this encore episode, I’m talking with Tiffany English, former president of the American Orff Schulwerk Association. Our conversation is all about the world of Orff Schulwerk: what it is, what it isn’t, pedagogy, teaching ideas, what you can expect sho...
Jan 11, 2023•47 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 1/9/23. This week I shared my lessons for using popsicle sticks for rhythm dictation. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instrume...
Jan 10, 2023•30 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 12/12/22. This week I shared some of my lesson ideas for fourth grade and my process for teaching the song "Twelve Days of Christmas." If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive ab...
Dec 13, 2022•30 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 12/5/22. This week I shared some of my lesson ideas for first grade with a focus on vocabulary, creating new lyrics, sequencing, and the book Hanukkah Hop. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and t...
Dec 06, 2022•28 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/28/22. This week I shared some of my lesson ideas for primary grades with a focus on Nutcracker March and Food Rhythms. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grad...
Nov 29, 2022•34 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/21/22. This week I shared some of my favorite free digital resources from symphonies and bands to enhance lessons. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade lev...
Nov 22, 2022•25 min
This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/14/22. This week I shared lesson ideas for second grade with Aiken Drum and a few ideas for books in primary grades. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade l...
Nov 15, 2022•35 min
