by Jeanette Mihalchik | Jun 11, 2026 | Tips and Tricks for Music Teachers
Have you ever looked at a new software update and wanted to hide under your desk? That’s why I recently spoke with Katie Argyle about using technology in the elementary music room. First of all, I know exactly what it’s like when your schedule is packed,...
by Kateri Swavely | May 6, 2026 | Uncategorized
We’ve all been there. Maybe it’s a day when the instruments need to stay in the cabinet, or perhaps you’re teaching from a cart in a hallway. Maybe you’re just facing a day where your “loving, giving heart” is running on an empty battery and you need a...
by Kateri Swavely | Apr 8, 2026 | Behavior Management, Student Engagement, Tips and Tricks for Music Teachers
So, here’s the deal: Fifth graders are hard. The hormones are starting, they’re suddenly “too cool for school,” and they are just… a lot. If you’re pushing towards the end of the year, you know exactly what I mean. They go from being those adorable little...
by Jeanette Mihalchik | Jan 8, 2025 | Adding Literacy to the Music Classroom, Tips and Tricks for Music Teachers
3 Winter Storybooks for Teaching Music Skills Winter is here, and what better way to embrace the season than with cozy, story-filled music lessons? Whether you’re navigating snowy days or just dreaming of them, I’ve got three winter storybooks for the music classroom...
