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The Anacrusic PodcastTAP 144 - How to Fix Your Music Lesson Plan Before it FlopsToday on the Anacrusic Podcast, I'm sharing three major things I learned about pushing and pivoting through a lesson plan. Listen to this episode for tricks on how to save your lesson plan in the moment!
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2024-10-0318 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 143 - First Year Teacher Advice I Wish I Knew Starting Out⭐️ Join the NEW Anacrusic Community here 👉 https://annemileski.com/community
If I could turn back time back to when I was about to trade in my trumpet for a tuning fork, these are the things I wish I would've known! These aren't necessarily the strategies and tips that you would learn in your college courses or summer trainings, but just honest advice from one of us.
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2024-06-2209 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 142 - What Do I Do My First Year Teaching Elementary Music?⭐️ Join the NEW Anacrusic Community here 👉 https://annemileski.com/community
If it's your first year teaching music, I made this podcast just for you! This episode is filled with five different things categories you should consider as you get ready for your first year of teaching. Whether or not you're a brand new music teacher, changing campuses, or simply moving from secondary music to the little ones, this episode is full of ideas for kickstarting your year.
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2024-06-0726 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 141 - Self Determination Theory in the Elementary Music ClassroomIn this episode, Anne discusses Self Determination Theory & Singing Games in the Elementary Music Classroom. This episode was inspired by some light research for improving students motivation and participation, particularly as students reach those upper elementary grades. By considering the three pillars of SDT: autonomy, competence, and relatedness, we can better promote student engagement in our classrooms.
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2024-05-1626 min
That Music Podcast: A Podcast for Elementary Music Teachers35 | Anne Mileski's Music Teacher JourneySend us a text In this episode I share a conversation with Anne Mileski on her music teacher journey.Anne Mileski is an elementary music specialist in Eastern Washington. She is certified in Orff-Schulwerk, Kodály, Smithsonian Folkways World Music Pedagogy, Music Learning Theory Elementary General Level I, and has completed coursework in Dalcroze Eurythmics.She is a regular clinician at local chapter workshops, state music conferences, and has presented at both the American Orff-Schulwerk Association and Organization of American Kodály Educators national conferences. In the summers, she has served as a pe...
2021-03-1036 minThe Anacrusic PodcastThe Music Teacher Burnout is RealI'm not okay.I hit a MAJOR wall this week. We had a massive home improvement project finally wrap up after six months (YES, seriously), and half of our house is boxed up... yes with two toddlers running around.I started a new collaborative project which took up way more of my time and energy than I expected it to (which is classic Anne, by the way, total recovering people pleaser over here).And then to top it all off... our beloved dog of 12 years died.I'm not okay....
2021-02-1117 minThe Anacrusic PodcastThe 100th EpisodeIt's the 100th Episode of The Anacrusic Podcast!!Today on TAP, I'm celebrating 2.5 years and 100 episodes (with a few bonuses too...) of sharing teacher tips and cultivating community and collaboration. This episode is full of a few of the most meaningful snippets from the last 99 episodes, going all the way back to the beginning.PLUS, did you hear about the BIG GIVEAWAY?!If you are an avid listener of the podcast and take the time to leave a review wherever you're listening, you can enter to win one of...
2020-09-1038 minThe Anacrusic PodcastSocial Emotional Learning with Allison SchnierToday on The Anacrusic Podcast, I’m talking with my friend Ally all about Social Emotional Learning in the music classroom. This is one of those hot topic issues in education and music education right now, and for good reason! In the midst of teaching in a pandemic, and especially teaching music in a pandemic, incorporating social emotional learning strategies into our lessons in meaningful ways is one of the best things we can do for our kids. Lucky for us, today Ally breaks it down in a way that is a 100% natural extension of what we’re already doin...
2020-09-0349 minThe Anacrusic Podcast3 Steps for Music Lesson Planning in a PandemicThere are so many unknowns in our music teacher lives and our world right now. Today on the podcast, I'm sharing a few ways to recenter yourself in thinking about the things that you can control, especially when it comes to lesson planning.In this episode, I share my three tips for planning whether you're teaching virtually, in person, or using a hybrid model. Here's a peek at what you'll learn:The starting place for any music lesson you teachWhy the STUFF you put in your lessons matters more than you thinkHow to break down a...
2020-08-2827 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTeaching Music Virtually with Michelle RoseThis week on The Anacrusic Podcast, I’m talking with my good friend and virtual music teaching expert, Michelle Rose. Michelle has been playing this virtual music teacher game since before the rest of the world took the plunge. She has tons of advice for music teachers who are navigating this new-to-us space, and I know you’ll gain so much from this episode, whether you’re teaching in real life, virtually, or in another form of music teaching delivery.Three things you’ll learn from Michelle on today’s episode: Why you should only...
2020-08-2032 minThe Anacrusic PodcastInspiration, Laughter, and Activism with Darlene MachaconToday on the podcast, I am thrilled to be chatting with a fellow podcaster, The Sequencing Solution member, and my friend Darlene Machacon. In this interview we talk about all the things: instagram, the podcast she co-hosts Coloring the Melody, and her journey in music education.Darlene is one of the bubbles on instagram stories that always makes my heart jump a beat, because I know she's going either going to inspire me, make me laugh, or make me think. I'm pretty sure that throughout today's episode, she'll do the same for you.Click here...
2020-08-1344 minThe Anacrusic PodcastResearch, Practice, & Publishing with Sarah GulishToday on the podcast I’m talking with Dr. Sarah Gulish, PhD of FFlat-books about all things research, practice, and publishing. I loved this conversation with Sarah because I identify with her on so many points, from thinking about how teachers should be sharing their work and being in community with one another, as well as how we wish music education research was more accessible to music teachers in the classroom. The work that she’s doing with her company, FFlat, is truly inspiring, and I know you’ll enjoy listening to her journey and her “why” as much as I loved...
2020-08-0637 minThe Anacrusic PodcastA Letter to First Year Music TeachersToday on the podcast, I’m sharing a letter I wrote to all first year music teachers. But if you’ve tuned into this week, and you are not a first year music teacher, I want you to stop. Collaborate. And listen. AND YES, I”m serious. We’re all first year teachers. Because, yes, we were thrown into the ring last spring with all the distance learning and all the things that happened in what seemed like overnight, and we were literally surviving. It was our first taste of adapting and innovating and doing a complete 180 from what...
2020-07-3011 minThe Anacrusic PodcastAdvice for Music Teachers for Fall 2020Today on The Anacrusic Podcast, we are talking about all things Fall 2020. It’s no doubt that with COVID-19, this year is going to look, feel, and function completely differently then anything we’ve ever done before, whether you’re a first year teacher or a thirty year teacher. I’ve asked a few of my friends to leave a message for you to consider as you get ready to head back to school, whether it’s your live, in person classroom, or a virtual classroom, some combination of the two, or something completely different...
2020-07-2326 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTSS Member Spotlight: Teacher Talk with Kristen SoteroToday on the podcast, I’m talking about my signature program, The Sequencing Solution, and it’s exactly what you need in your music teacher life right now. Yes, even though the world is bananas, even though there are tons of things that we don’t know and are out of our control, the absolute most important thing for us to do is focus on what we can control and concentrate on music making experiences first and foremost. Here’s what’s happening on this week’s episode: Why now is the most important time to focus on your...
2020-05-2828 minThe Anacrusic PodcastThe Secret to Music Lesson PlanningToday on the podcast, I’m sharing my experience with wanting to do all the things in my music classroom, falling flat on y face when I tried to do it all without a process, and how I finally made the magic happen. (Spoiler alert: it’s all about being purposeful, sequential, and joyful… shocker, I know!) Here’s what you can listen for in this week’s episode: Things you should think about as you’re choosing activities for your lessons. How you can actually find freedom and flexibility within an overall structure for your lesson planning. Why it’s so imp...
2020-05-2116 minThe Anacrusic PodcastImprovisation in Practice: The Path to Musical FluencyToday on the podcast, I'm giving you Part II from TAP 089: Why You Should Improvise Earlier Than You Think. Today's episode Is all about seeing improvisation in action, and I'm giving you some real strategies to make magic happen in the music room, so that your students can be both literate and fluent musicians. Today on the podcast, you'll hear:Why you should always start with your voice, no matter the concept you're exploring with your students.How to use different modes of active music making in your improvisational sequence.How to lead composition activities both...
2020-05-1421 minThe Anacrusic PodcastWhy You Should Improvise Earlier Than You ThinkImprovisation used to be one of those really hairy scary words for me. But then I finally got a handle on what it really Is and why it's so important to do early and often. Today on the podcast, you'll hear:My college horror story about being asked to improvise for the first time... (yes, in COLLEGE!!)How I define improvisation and how it can empower you to own it for both yourself as a teacher-musician and your student-musicians.Why improvisation is essential for music language learning--early and often.Tune in to next week's episode for some...
2020-05-0720 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 088 - Music in KindergartenToday on the podcast, I’m going to talk about music in kindergarten and why it is 100% it’s own beast. It’s a friendly beast that you want to kind of cuddle up with and spend a little bit of extra time with inside of your classroom but it’s definitely it’s own animal when it comes to what concepts to teach how to sequence and this whole idea of setting the foundation for what we’re doing in kindergarten and beyond kindergarten. Check out the FREE guide and full show notes here—> https://anacrus...
2020-04-3016 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 087: How to Write a Learning TargetOne of the most commonly asked questions I get in all of Anacrusic-land is about learning targets. It’s no doubt that learning targets, student objectives, behavioral objectives, or “I can” statements (whatever you like to call them!) are essential to your students’ success and YOUR success as a teacher. Not only does a learning target give students the opportunity to self assess and evaluate their own progress, but it gives you as the teacher the opportunity to (1) focus your lesson on a specific, observable musical concept or skill, and (2) create activities that support and illustrate the target inside of your...
2020-04-2320 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 086: Connecting with Students VirtuallyToday on the podcast, I’m sharing how I’ve connected and shared a music making idea with my students in our local youth chorus. I realize that so many of us are in different situations with our teaching and what is expected of us, but I know we all want to be connected with our students in a meaningful way. Hopefully today’s episode will help you feel connected with your kiddos and confident that you are helping them to create meaningful musical experiences! Check out the full show notes here—> https://anacrusic.com/podcast/8...
2020-04-1617 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 085: Imagine Something More“Dream with me folks. You never thought your current reality would be possible right? Why not use some of this time you’re stuck in the house to imagine something more?” Today on the podcast, I’m sharing my newly adopted mindset with all the crazy in the world. It’s inspired by an article that I found on Angela Watson’s blog. And although she is not a music teacher, and the context is a little different, there were lots of hard hitting points for me that just made me THINK. Today, I’m s...
2020-04-0216 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 084: Where Are You Right Now?Today’s episode of The Anacrusic Podcast is brought to you by my FREE Music Teacher Challenge, Power UP Your Lesson Planning--5 Secrets in 5 Days to Music Lesson Magic. Head to anacrusic.com/challenge to sign up! Today on the podcast, I’m sharing why I decided to push forward with the lesson planning challenge, even though we are in C-R-A-Z-Y times. I realized that so many of us are in different situations with our teaching and what is expected of us, and I wanted to honor everyone’s journey. This episode is about identifying where y...
2020-03-2618 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 083: Take a Deep Breath and SingToday’s episode of The Anacrusic Podcast is brought to you by my FREE Music Teacher Challenge, Power UP Your Lesson Planning--5 Secrets in 5 Days to Music Lesson Magic. Head to anacrusic.com/challenge to sign up! Whew. What a crazy couple of weeks. Today on the podcast, I’m really sharing what’s on my heart with all the things happening in our world and how it’s impacting the music education community overall. The big takeaway? I’m here for you, so you can be here for KIDS. Need to know a li...
2020-03-1915 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 082: How to Plan a Lesson in 4 Simple StepsToday’s episode of The Anacrusic Podcast is brought to you by my FREE Music Teacher Challenge, Power UP Your Lesson Planning--5 Secrets in 5 Days to Music Lesson Magic. Head to anacrusic.com/challenge to sign up! It’s really difficult to talk about lesson planning without talking about curricular planning or learning sequence framework. But we need to start SOMEWHERE. This episode will get you on your way to mastering your lesson planning flow in 4 easy steps. Need to know a little bit more about learning sequence framework? Snag the free g...
2020-03-1222 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 081: 7 Ways to Teach a SongThere have been a handful times I’ve just wanted to sing the darn song and plan the darn game. In those cases, I have to admit, I have made my children victims to lining out a song. I know, I know. Did you shudder at the mere mention of the good ol’ “your turn, my turn”? I mean, to be honest, if you need to teach a song swiftly, it’s not a bad method. And truth be told, no matter which approach you take in introducing new song material to your students, l...
2020-03-0523 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP BONUS: My Why - The 3 Pillars of AnacrusicI felt really called to share all of this with you today because it seems like there are lots of new people popping up on social media, in groups, and elsewhere who are creating resources and inspiration for music teachers. Aren’t we so lucky to have this community? It’s amazing! I've always wanted to share and help teachers. It started with collaborating in my district, to going on to do doctoral work, then to share in person at trainings and workshops. But when it came to who really needed something to make th...
2020-02-2718 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 080: The Plug + Play Formula for Intentional Music TeachingRegister for my signature program, The Sequencing Solution, here→ anacrusic.com/tss (Don't wait, doors close Sunday, January 19th @ 9 PM PST!!) Today on TAP, I'm sharing why you need a plug + play formula for everything you teach. And here's a hint: it's because you are an intentional music teacher, who cares, and who deserves to conquer the overwhelm once and for all. Don't just take it from me, also take a listen to what Kristin Sotero, a member of The Sequencing Solution, had to say about being a part of the program. Ch...
2020-01-1631 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 079: The Five Things You Need in Your Music Teacher LifeRegister for my FREE Music Teacher Workshop, “The Ultimate Music Lesson Planning Roadmap: How to Plan the Perfect Lesson Without the Overwhelm” → anacrusic.com/workshop Today on TAP, I’m chatting about the five things you need to make 2020 your best year yet, and really just in your music teacher life in general… and psst! This is a sneak peek at this weekend’s workshop and all the juicy stuff we’ll be chatting about starting January 11th. Head to anacrusic.com/workshop to sign up for one of 3 days and times to attend! Check...
2020-01-0920 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 078: How to Make 2020 Your Best Year YetRegister for my FREE Music Teacher Workshop, “The Ultimate Music Lesson Planning Roadmap: How to Plan the Perfect Lesson Without the Overwhelm” → anacrusic.com/workshop If you’re wondering what your music teacher secret sauce is, and are ready for your custom ingredients list, take the quiz here → anacrusic.com/quiz Today on TAP, I’m chatting about the one thing you need to make 2020 your best year yet. It’s not a magic pill, or a quick fix, but if you buy-in to this one idea, you’ll completely change your music teacher...
2020-01-0217 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 077: Reflecting on the Past YearHave you checked out my brand new, free resource?? Click here to download How to Teach ANYTHING & EVERYTHING: a Guide to Sequencing Musical Concepts→ anacrusic.com/howto If you’re wondering what your music teacher secret sauce is, take the quiz here → anacrusic.com/quiz In the last episode of 2019, I’m sharing some of my thoughts as I look back on the past year and make plans for 2020. After all of my brainstorming and reflecting, I realized that most of my resolutions for the new year are because I fall into 4 per...
2019-12-2623 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 076: Building Community Support with Abbie HunterHave you checked out my brand new, free resource?? Click here to download How to Teach ANYTHING & EVERYTHING: a Guide to Sequencing Musical Concepts→ anacrusic.com/howto Today in our last interview of the season, I’m chatting with Abbie Hunter all about building community support. This episode pairs perfectly with our conversation from last week, where Abbie shares her experiences with cultivating a culture of appreciation and excitement when it comes to music teaching and learning. I know you’ll love her optimistic attitude and practical tips for advocating for your program! Che...
2019-12-1930 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 075: Cultivating a Culture of Music Appreciation with Rainy BartonHave you checked out my brand new, free resource?? Click here to download How to Teach ANYTHING & EVERYTHING: a Guide to Sequencing Musical Concepts→ anacrusic.com/howto Today on the podcast I’m talking to Rainy Barton all about cultivating a culture of music appreciation. In today’s chat, Rainy shares exactly what music teachers can do to help educate students, parents, administrators and the community to help them understand what it is that you do inside of the music room and why it is important. Check out the full show notes he...
2019-12-1238 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 074: 1 to 1 in the Music Classroom with Katie MillerHave you checked out my brand new, free resource?? Click here to download How to Teach ANYTHING & EVERYTHING: a Guide to Sequencing Musical Concepts→ anacrusic.com/howto Today on The Anacrusic Podcast, I’m chatting with Katie Miller about her experience at a campus with 1-to-1 technology--yes, even in the music classroom! Since this topic is outside of my expertise, I am so thrilled to have Katie not only share her experiences as a 1-to-1 music teacher, but also how we can meaningfully incorporate technology into our music classrooms if we aren’t at a 1-to-1 s...
2019-12-0526 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 073: Teaching Music Internationally with Justin HockeyHave you checked out my brand new, free resource?? Click here to download How to Teach ANYTHING & EVERYTHING: a Guide to Sequencing Musical Concepts→ anacrusic.com/howto Today on TAP, I have the great privilege to talk to Justin Hockey all about his experience teaching (and learning about!) music outside of the United States. Justin has a slightly different point of view than the episode earlier this season about teaching internationally, because he is a native Australian. It was so incredibly interesting to talk to someone who has literally lived and breathed music outside of The...
2019-11-2836 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 072: Work-Life Balance with Jessica PerestaToday on the podcast, I have a LONG overdue interview with my friend Jessica Peresta. Jessica is really and truly a breath of fresh air. I love our honest and raw conversations and I am so glad to share one of them with you today on the podcast! Jessica shares her story and actionable tips about how to make life work as a music teacher. I know you’ll enjoy listening in on our conversation as much as we had chatting with one another! Check out the full show notes here—> https://anacrusic.com/podcast/72...
2019-11-2128 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 071: Social and Emotional Learning with Ally SchneierToday on the podcast I am so pumped for the community to hear from Ally Schneier all about Social and Emotional Learning in the Music Classroom. At the time we recorded this interview, Ally had just finished up her coursework for her Masters degree, where her research was on this very topic! She shares lots of applicable tips and resources for us music teachers to make sure we are appealing to the needs of all our students and all the ways that they should be learning in our classroom. Check out the full show notes h...
2019-11-1423 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 070: Coffee Chat with AnneToday on The Anacrusic Podcast, I’m sharing a little life update with all of you!! Yes, I just had my second baby girl, and it has been wonderful, but it’s also been HARD. Today I’m sharing some of my thoughts about change and how it pertains to us as music teachers. What I’ve noticed, what has been helping, and how I think it can help you! (*disclaimer: this episode is super conversational and totally “Anne.” No heavy edits or polishing here!!) Join The Sequencing Solution Waitlist here → https://anacrusic.com/tssJoin The P...
2019-11-0734 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 069: Technology in the Music Room with Taylor MiddletonToday on TAP, I’m chatting with Taylor Middleton all about her experience using technology in the music classroom. In our chat, Taylor shares all of her real life experiences implementing and supplementing her elementary curriculum with technological enhancements. And bonus--she has tips to help you do the same!! Check out the full show notes here—> https://anacrusic.com/podcast/69 Don’t forget to subscribe to this podcast so you NEVER miss an episode! To make sure you get all my inside tips and tricks, subscribe to the Anacrusic Newsletter by clicking...
2019-10-3127 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 068 - Teaching Middle School with Abby PagryzinskiToday on The Anacrusic Podcast, I’m talking with Abby Pagryzinski all about life as a middle school choir director. Now, hold the phone, music teacher friends! Even if you don’t teach middle school (and Lord know, I don’t!) our conversation was full of tips and tricks that I KNOW you will find valuable and meaningful for your classroom. Abby and I chat about all the things, including selecting repertoire, programming concerts, structuring rehearsals, and how to click with those older kiddos. Check out the full show notes here—> https://anacrusic.com/podcast/68
2019-10-2434 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education71- How to be a more purposeful, sequential, and joyful music teacher with Anne MileskiI'm so excited about today's episode where Anne Mileski talks about how you can be a more purposeful, sequential, and joyful music teacher.
Anne Mileski is an elementary music specialist in Eastern Washington. She has taught elementary general music in both public and private school settings, and piloted an early childhood program for the Spokane Area Youth Choruses. She is certified in Orff-Schulwerk, Kodály Pedagogy, Smithsonian Folkways World Music Pedagogy, Music Learning Theory Elementary General Level I, and has completed coursework in Dalcroze Eurythmics. She is a regular clinician at local chapter workshops, state music conferences, an...
2019-10-2337 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 067: Vocal Health with Nancy KilloranToday on the podcast I’m talking with Nancy Killoran all about her first year of teacher and the impact it had on her vocal health. Nancy shares her difficult experience and offers tips to music teachers about how to nourish (and legit SAVE!) your instrument that you use each and every day for every part of your teaching. Check out the full show notes here—> https://anacrusic.com/podcast/67 Don’t forget to subscribe to this podcast so you NEVER miss an episode! To make sure you get all my inside t...
2019-10-1729 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 066 - Building Classroom Culture with Lindsey SchroderToday on the podcast, I’m talking with my friend and fellow member of the TpT Music Crew, Lindsey Schroder, all about building classroom culture. I absolutely loved getting a chance to talk with Lindsey, particularly about this topic, because her passion for people and community is absolutely bursting at the seams. I know you’ll love her energy and her approach to building a classroom culture. Spoiler alert: it starts with you!! Check out the full show notes here—> https://anacrusic.com/podcast/66 Don’t forget to subscribe to this podcast so...
2019-10-1031 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 065: Teaching Music Internationally with Angela StaronToday on the podcast, I’m chatting with Angela Staron about her experience as a music teacher teaching outside of the United States. Angela shares some great tips and thoughts for any music teachers who might be interested in living that adventurous lifestyle overseas, and share a few things that reminds us that no matter where we are, we all face the same joys and challenges as music teachers! Check out the full show notes here—> https://anacrusic.com/podcast/65 Don’t forget to subscribe to this podcast so you NEVER miss an...
2019-10-0327 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 064: Special Learners in the Music Classroom with Bryson TarbetToday on TAP, I’m chatting with Anacrusic community member Bryson Tarbet about Special Learners in the Music Classroom. This is a topic that is pertinent to all of us as music teachers, since we so often see everyone in our building, and only for a limited amount of time. Bryson has some great tips for how to accommodate all of our students to make sure they have a fulfilling and meaningful musical experience--something that you can tell he is incredibly passionate about! Check out the full show notes here—> https://anacrusic.com/podcast/64
2019-09-2719 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 063: Chatting About Kodály with Kami NelsonToday on The Anacrusic Podcast, I’m chatting with my friend Kami all about her experience as a Kodály-inspired teacher. This is obviously a topic very near and dear and close to my heart, and Kami and I talk all things training, teaching practice, and how other pedagogical approaches really work together with Kodály-inspired teaching to create a comprehensive toolkit for music teaching. Check out the full show notes here—> https://anacrusic.com/podcast/63 Don’t forget to subscribe to this podcast so you NEVER miss an episode! To make sure...
2019-09-1933 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 062: Setting Up Your Classroom for Success with Cat WooToday on the podcast I’m chatting with Cat Woo all about setting up your classroom for success. Even as we’re already a couple of weeks (or months!) into the school year, I know that this conversation with Cat will give you some amazing points to think about as you start getting into the groove of the new school year. Check out the full show notes here—> https://anacrusic.com/podcast/62 Don’t forget to subscribe to this podcast so you NEVER miss an episode! To make sure you get all my ins...
2019-09-1242 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 061 - These Are the People in Your NeighborhoodToday on The Anacrusic Podcast, we are kicking off Season 4 with a BANG!! This season is all about community, and I can’t wait for you to hear the inspiring stories from music teachers just like you who are all a part of The Anacrusic Community. Make sure that you join the TAP Insiders Group on Facebook to interact with all of your amazing colleagues throughout our next several weeks together. After all, these are the people in your neighborhood! Check out the full show notes here—> https://anacrusic.com/podcast/61 Don’t...
2019-09-0510 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 060: Jumpstart Your School YearToday on The Anacrusic Podcast, I’m keeping things short and sweet (I mean, for real this time) as we wrap up Season 3 and look ahead to the new school year. I’m sharing some exciting announcements, a brand new FREE resource for your lesson planning, and my favorite TAP episodes to jumpstart your school year! Check out the FREE lesson planning guide here → https://anacrusic.com/lesson Want more information about the resources mentioned inside of this episode? Check out the full show notes here!—> https://anacrusic.com/podcast/60 ...
2019-08-1518 min
How To Teach Music with Jessica GrantE038 Pedagogy, Sequencing, and Musical Approaches with Anne MileskiWhat is pedagogy? How do we look at sequencing? And what musical approaches? We'll talk about all of this plus you'll find out about The Sequencing Solution. Today's guest is Anne Mileski and she shares with us about #allthethings. Anne Mileski is an elementary music specialist in Eastern Washington. She has taught elementary general music in both public and private school settings. She is certified in Orff-Schulwerk, Kodály Pedagogy, Smithsonian Folkways World Music Pedagogy, Music Learning Theory Elementary General Level I, and has completed coursework in Dalcroze Eurythmics. Anne earned her Bachelor of Music degree in Trumpet...
2019-08-1330 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 059: The Ultimate Back to School Checklist Part IIToday on TAP, I’m sharing Part II of The Ultimate Back to School Checklist for Music Teachers. If you haven’t listened to Part I, that is a great place to start (click here to listen→ https://anacrusic.com/podcast/58) Today we’re wrapping up the rest of the things you should be thinking about as the school year kicks off again. We’ll chat setting up your classroom for active music making, planning for the whole year at a glance, and improving parent communication. Want more information about the resources mentioned inside of this episod...
2019-08-0837 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 058: The Ultimate Back to School Checklist Part IToday on TAP, I’m sharing Part I of The Ultimate Back to School Checklist for Music Teachers. Now, this isn’t all about how to get your bulletin boards ready or what songs to do on the first day, but it is all about setting up systems to make your classroom successful in the new year. I’m chatting how to set up some rules & procedures, as well as your opening & closing sequences for your lessons. Want more information about the resources mentioned inside of this episode? Check out the full show notes here!—> https://a...
2019-08-0128 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 057: 5 Questions for Selecting a SongWe’re coming off of two episodes where I shared some of my favorite resources for lessons, both curriculum guides and song collections, was well as some other things you can use to enhance your lessons by way of manipulatives, story books, and other little somethings to give it pizazz. But the question still remains: how do you choose what songs to put into your lessons? How do you sift through all the things and pick the very best? And how do you ensure that your choices align with your school community and teaching philosophy? Toda...
2019-07-2522 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 056: My Favorite Things - Part IIToday on the podcast, in part II of this two part series, I’m chatting all about where to find STUFF for your music classroom. If you’re looking for some great ways to include lesson enhancements and make your teaching come alive, this is the place to be!! Today I’m sharing all about manipulatives, technology, and some additional teaching resources you might not have thought of before. Check out the show notes page for more tips, tricks, and LINKS mentioned in this episode. —> https://anacrusic.com/podcast/56 You can also chat...
2019-07-1837 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 055: My Favorite Things - Part IToday on the podcast, I’m chatting all about where to find STUFF for your music classroom. If you feel like you don’t have a good library of resources to create meaningful and engaging lessons for your students, today’s episode is for you! I’m sharing my 10 favorite printed resources (of the moment) for all things active music making in the elementary general music classroom. Everything from song collections, listening lessons, movement ideas, and instrument activities are on the list. These are resources I’m currently loving and using with my own students in my own teaching. ...
2019-07-1124 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 054: Take a Freaking BreakOn today’s episode of The Anacrusic Podcast, I’m talking all about why you need to take a break this summer. So much of our identity as music teachers is wrapped up in what we do, and while it’s important to grow professionally and musically in the summer, it’s also important to take a moment to breathe while we have the chance. Today’s chat is your signed permission slip to chill out a little bit this summer. EXCITING NEWS: If you've ever wanted to chat with me on an episode of The Anacrus...
2019-06-2614 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 053: The First Year of Teaching with Alicia McCormickOn today’s episode of The Anacrusic Podcast, I’m chatting with Alicia McCormick all about her first year as an elementary music teacher. Whether you are a first year teacher, a fifth year teacher, or have been teaching for many many years, I have no doubt that her optimism and excitement for teaching and getting intentional about what happens in the music classroom will inspire and motivate you. EXCITING NEWS: If you've ever wanted to chat with me on an episode of The Anacrusic Podcast, this is your chance!! Season 4 is going to be ALL a...
2019-06-2038 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 052: Secondary General Music with Jessica GrantOn today’s episode of The Anacrusic Podcast, I’m with my friend, Jessica Grant, from the Afternoon Ti Podcast. Jessica is a fabulous general music teacher, who just so happens to teach general music in middle school. You better believe that she has all the tips on developing relationships and making magic happen inside of the middle school music room. Check out Jessica’s podcast here→ http://afternoonti.blogspot.com/ Check out the full show notes & resources mentioned inside this episode here—> https://anacrusic.com/podcast/52 Don’t forget t...
2019-06-1349 min
Choir Baton13. The [Sequential] Path is Never Straight with Anne MileskiAnne Mileski is a leading elementary music educator, podcaster, lover of all things purposeful, sequential, and joyful. Her story will make you consider what your elementary music experience was like as a child and how teaching or learning in the elementary music classroom can be so different today. Anne didn't intend to be a music educator, she was pursuing her master's in trumpet performance. But during this experience her passion for teaching young musicians was unlocked and the rest "is history." One of the things I love about Anne is how versed she is in different music l...
2019-06-101h 01The Anacrusic PodcastTAP 051: The Ultimate Music Lesson Planning RoadmapDid you hear? The doors to my program, The Sequencing Solution are open for a limited time! Click here to join today → anacrusic.com/tss Today I’m sharing my 5 Tips for Lesson Planning. This past week, I hosted a Free Music Teacher Workshop, “The Ultimate Music Lesson Planning Roadmap.” But in case you missed it, I wanted to make sure all the TAP listeners had a chance to get a little peek inside. If you feel like you have been riding the hamster wheel of planning, and things are just a little t...
2019-06-0638 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 050: Q&A Coffee ChatPSST!! Have you signed up for my FREE lesson planning workshop yet? It’s the ultimate music lesson planning roadmap: how to plan the perfect lesson without the overwhelm. Snag your seat here→ anacrusic.com/lesson Today on the podcast I’m answering questions from YOU, the Anacrusic community. These are questions that have been submitted via the Anacrusic Facebook page, the TAP Insiders Group on Facebook, or through Instagram. Here are some of the questions you asked, and I’m answering today.Do you have any resources for end of the year procedures?How do yo...
2019-05-3034 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 049: 5 Times You Should Give Yourself Some GraceOn today’s episode of The Anacrusic Podcast, I’m talking about five times we need to give ourselves grace as music teachers. And trust me, there are WAY more than five. Music teachers are perfectionists. Take a moment and let that sink in, because odds are it is 100% the truth. (Or, you know, at least 80%). I saw this meme on Facebook the other day that said something about rewriting something on a new piece of paper because the first time wasn’t neat enough… this is literally my life. But over the l...
2019-05-2330 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 048: Transitioning to a New Campus with David RowOn today’s episode of The Anacrusic Podcast, I’m chatting with the fantastic David Row. If you don’t know David from his wonderful blog, podcast, or weekly facebook lives, you are in for a complete treat. Aside from being a terrific Orff-inspired pedagog, David is one of the friendliest people I have ever had the pleasure of interviewing on the podcast. Today, we talk candidly about what it’s really like moving to a new campus (something we’ve both done a TON of), and why you shouldn’t feel guilty about making the move. Check ou...
2019-05-1645 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 047: Planning & Assessment with Victoria BolerToday on TAP, I’m chatting with my friend Victoria Boler of We Make the Music about all things planning and assessment. When I first came across Victoria (on Instagram, of course), I felt like we were music teacher kindred spirits--and after talking with her more, I know that we are. The way she thinks so beautifully about sequencing and big picture music teaching is 100% my jam. Today she’s sharing some of her process for planning and how assessment is all tied in. Check out more from Victoria on her website here→ wemakethemusic.org
2019-05-091h 04The Anacrusic PodcastTAP 046: All About Children’s Choir Part 2Today on The Anacrusic Podcast, we’re continuing our conversation all about children’s choir. This time, my good friend and all things choir guru, Beth Philemon, is joining the conversation. She’s sharing some super important tips about why you should start a choir, auditioning, and thinking about meaningful repertoire for your students. Check out the full show notes & resources mentioned inside this episode here—> https://anacrusic.com/podcast/46 If you loved talking to Beth today, check out her other appearance on The Anacrusic Podcast in Episode #37: Bridging the Gap → https://anac...
2019-05-0256 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 045: All About Children's Choir Part 1Today on TAP, I’m chatting about one of the areas that I LOVE, but one that I’m still learning about and growing in myself—the children’s choir. In this series of episodes, all about back to basics, I think it’s important to share those things that are (or once were!) outside of my comfort zone. Conducting a choir? It used to be one of them. But I realize now, several years and choirs later, that leading a choir is still teaching music. And THAT, I was called to do. On today’s part one of...
2019-04-2533 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 044: Tips for the Traveling Music TeacherOn today’s episode of The Anacrusic Podcast, I’m talking about one of the most common, but most dreaded circumstances in all of music teacher land… the traveling teaching assignment. But don’t fret! Because today, I’m going to share with you how to not only survive, but thrive as a traveling teacher. Whether you are traveling between two campuses, in a temporary structure because of construction, or forever destined to be on a cart, there are three categories that are essential for your success: (1) Sanity (2) Community; and (3) Organization. Although it’...
2019-04-1835 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 043: Active Assessment in the Elementary Music ClassroomToday on the podcast, I’m sharing how to use the learning sequence framework to facilitate active assessment inside of the elementary music classroom. The whole point of today’s episode is to make assessing and data collection part of the learning process so you don’t have to stop everything and teach. I’ll talk you through the learning sequence framework, how to know when your kids are ready to move on to the next step, and give you the tools you need to assess on a regular basis to improve your teaching practice. Get your F...
2019-04-1130 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 042: Student Teaching in the Elementary Music Room with Lisa BeyerToday on The Anacrusic Podcast, I’m talking with my good friend, Lisa Beyer, all about her elementary music student teaching experience. This is a special conversation, because it just so happens that Lisa student taught with me when I was still teaching in the DFW area. But don’t worry, I ask her to be super candid and honest inside our interview, and she shares lots of great inside tips for those of you who are about to student teach or have student teachers—both of which she has done! Before my conversation with Lisa, I...
2019-04-0453 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 041: Advice to the First Year Music TeacherToday we’re kicking off Season 3 of the podcast (affectionately themed “back to basics”) with advice to the first year music teacher. But, hold the phone if you aren’t a first year teacher, because odds are you need this advice just as much as I do on LITERALLY a daily basis. And it all aligns with this theme: take it one day at a time. Special thanks to all of my friends and community members on Instagram, Facebook, and in the TpT Music Crew for contributing to this episode! ...
2019-03-2833 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP BONUS: The Sequencing Solution with Kristen SoteroToday on this special BONUS episode of The Anacrusic Podcast, I’m chatting with The Sequencing Solution member, Kristen Sotero. She shares why she decided to join the program and how it’s changed her teaching. The Sequencing Solution is my signature program for music teachers just like you to discover the plug + play formula to simplify and streamline your planning. Get more information & register for The Sequencing Solution here —> anacrusic.com/tss The Anacrusic Podcast is a proud member of the Music Teacher Development Podcast Network. The MuTed...
2019-03-1223 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 040: Stop Filling Time + Find Your Secret SauceToday on the podcast, we’re wrapping up Season 2 by chatting all about the 2 BIGGEST secrets to finding joy in your music teacher life: (1) STOP filling time & (2) FINDING your secret sauce. Here’s another short and sweet episode that wraps up this three-part mini-series. If you want to know more, check out my FREE workshop: http://anacrusic.com/5simpleshifts The Anacrusic Podcast is a proud member of the Music Teacher Development Podcast Network. The MuTed network provides support in the form of audio on demand programming designed by and for music educat...
2019-03-0717 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 039: It's Not You, It's MeToday on the podcast, I'm talking all about why you should adopt the attitude, "it's not you, it's me." Stay with me here, this one is a quick and easy one, but the message is SO important. The Anacrusic Podcast is a proud member of the Music Teacher Development Podcast Network. The MuTed network provides support in the form of audio on demand programming designed by and for music educators. You can find more information about our network at mutedpodcasts.com Click here to become a member of the TAP Insiders FB...
2019-01-2409 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 038: The Real Reason You Became a Music TeacherToday on TAP, I’m talking all about the real reason we became music teachers. Or rather, the things that keep me going back to work each and everyday. It has very little to do with the things that consume a lot of our headspace, and everything to do with music making and kids. Here are some of the reasons that I’ll bet you became a music teacher...You love music, it touches something deep inside of youMusic is an essential part of your lifeYou want to share music with othersYou love seeing the j...
2019-01-1721 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 037: Bridging the Gap with Beth PhilemonTAP 037: Bridging the Gap with Beth Philemon Today on TAP, I’m talking with my friend Beth Philemon all about making connections between elementary and secondary education. Join Beth and I for our conversation about pedagogy, using social media, and why every teacher has something to share. Links mentioned in this episode: Beth’s Website | Follow Beth on Instagram | Check out Beth’s New Podcast Here Choir Baton Website | Follow Choir Baton on Instagram | Follow Anne on Instagram The Anacrusic Po...
2019-01-1054 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 036: My Top 5 Goals for 2019Today on the podcast, I’m sharing my New Year’s Resolutions for 2019. And no, it’s not to finally loose the baby weight, or to read a book a week (although those are both on my personal list), but I’m talking about some things that directly apply to my music teacher life. Here are my Top 5 Goals for 2019Stop Worrying About Being PerfectTry Something New EverydayHone My Own MusicianshipMake a New Music Teach FriendSay No Links Mentioned in this Episode: Pitch Publications - Rainbow Ukulele | Derek Sivers “If it’s not a Heck Y...
2019-01-0323 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 035: Orff-Schulwerk with Michael ChandlerToday on the podcast, I’m talking with my good friend, Michael Chandler all about Orff-Schulwerk. I first met Michael when he was my Level 1 recorder teacher at the Orff-Schulwerk Certification Course at Southern Methodist University. I can’t say enough wonderful things about Michael as a brilliant musician, thoughtful pedagog, and just a genuine human being. I hope you enjoy our conversation about music and music education as much as I did! Originally from McKenzie, Tennessee, Michael Chandler taught music and movement to elementary school children in Texas public schools for 16 years, most...
2018-12-201h 09The Anacrusic PodcastTAP 034: Dalcroze Eurhythmics with Marla ButkeIn this episode of TAP, we’re continuing our conversations about active music making approaches. Today I talk with Dr. Marla Butke, current president of the American Eurhythmics Society, about using Dalcroze in the general music classroom. Marla Butke, Ph.D., directs the Women's Chorale at Otterbein University and teaches Choral Methods at Capital University. She has previously taught at Ashland University, Xavier University, The Ohio State University, and Ohio Wesleyan University. She holds degrees from Miami University, Wright State University and The Ohio State University. She is a Master Teaching Artist with the American Eur...
2018-12-1340 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 033: Music Learning Theory with Cynthia Crump TaggartToday on TAP, I’m talking with Dr. Cynthia Crump Taggart all about Music Learning Theory. MLT is an approach that I’m not as familiar with as others, and to be blunt, one that I still have a lot of questions about. This conversation with Dr. Taggart shed a lot of light on the philosophical underpinnings of Music Learning Theory, and, once again, how there are many more similarities to other pedagogical approaches than what I may have originally thought. Cynthia Taggart is professor of music education at the Michigan State University College of Music...
2018-12-0638 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 032: My 7 Takeaways from AOSA 2018In today's podcast episode, I'm sharing my 7 takeaways from the American Orff-Schulwerk Association National Conference. And these might not be exactly what you think. No lesson plans or sequencing for body percussion here. This episode is all about why it's important to attend any conference, workshop, or seminar. It all comes down to community and continuing education. Links mentioned in this episode:American Orff-Schulwerk AssociationOrganization of American Kodály EducatorsNational Association for Music EducationThe Music Crew on TpT Take a pee...
2018-11-2931 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 031: Stories That Have Shaped MeIn today's episode of the podcast, I'm sharing a few stories that have shaped me as a musician, a music teacher, and a person overall. This episode was inspired by a recent podcast I was a guest for, The Musicality Podcast. In this interview, Christopher asked me some really specific questions about my musical life and experiences that have shaped me. I surprised myself by a few of the memories that flooded back into my brain without trying very hard. I decided to sit down and write about as many as I could think of, and it only felt...
2018-11-1529 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 030: Q&A Coffee ChatToday on the podcast, I’m answering 7 questions I’ve gotten from the Anacrusic Tribe over the last few weeks. These questions come from folks who are podcast listeners, newsletter subscribers, Instagram peeps, and everything in between. These are quick answers that might help you with those burning questions that have been firing up your brain. Here are the questions I'm answering today:(1) What are your must-do Thanksgiving games or activities?(2) How do you plan intention, sequenced lessons with it taking FOREVER.(3) When do you start using a five line s...
2018-11-0838 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 029: 3 Rules I Almost Always BreakToday on the podcast I’m sharing the 3 rules I almost always break in my teaching, plus 1 that I almost never break. Now, if you’re like me, you’re probably a HUGE rule follower. It is not in my normal nature to break rules, but I have forced myself to get comfortable with getting uncomfortable, because I know that is where the magic is. So today, here are a few things that I think you should infuse a bit more of you into your teaching, so you can feel inspired and feel music, so you can better...
2018-11-0130 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 028: Paths to Musical FluencyToday on the podcast, I’m putting all four active music making approaches we’ve been discussing into the framework of a learning sequence. Kodály-inspired teaching, Orff-Schulwerk, Dalcroze Eurhtyhmics, and Gordon Music Learning Theory all have the common goal of music fluency. Since all the pathways are sequential, I’m breaking down my definition of a learning sequence from each pedagogical perspective, to shed light on how I interpret these different approaches and the tools they bring to my teaching practice. Good teaching is good teaching. Regardless of approach, media, or repertoire, as long as your...
2018-10-2537 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 027: Orff-Schulwerk with Julie ScottToday I am overjoyed to have my great mentor Dr. Julie Scott on the podcast to talk about Orff-Schulwerk. Julie is quite literally one of the reasons I am a music teacher today. While I was working on a masters in trumpet performance, I was assigned to the music education department for my work study. It was there that I met Julie, and our conversations about music education and early childhood music sparked my interest in becoming a music teacher.On this episode of TAP, Julie and I are talking all about Orff-Schulwerk. The philosophy, the pedagogy...
2018-10-1854 min
Musicality NowDesigning for Joyful Learning, with Anne MileskiToday we're joined by Anne Mileski of Anacrusic.com and The Anacrusic Podcast. Anne is trained in several of the musicianship approaches we've covered here on the show before, including Kodály, Orff, Dalcroze and Music Learning Theory, and her mission is to make music teaching as purposeful, sequential, and joyful as possible for music teachers everywhere. Anne really stands out as someone who draws on each of those approaches to musicianship training to develop her own very well thought-out material. And she shares this with other music teachers through in-person workshops as well as her popular website and p...
2018-10-161h 11The Anacrusic PodcastTAP 026: Kodály with Kathy KuddesToday I am beyond thrilled to have my great friend and mentor Kathy Kuddes on the podcast to talk all about her experience with Kodály. Our conversation goes beyond what you might expect from a stereotypical “Kodály” interview, and we talk about all things training programs, historical context, and the upcoming teacher’s tour to Hungary. Kathy’s thoughts on quality and authenticity still have me thinking critically about what I’m choosing to include in my classroom, after all, only the best is good enough. Check out the Kodály teacher’s tour by clicking...
2018-10-1155 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 025: Dalcroze Eurhythmics with David FregoToday’s episode is all about Dalcroze Eurhythmics, with Dr. David Frego. David is a Dalcroze practitioner and teacher trainer, and has developed materials for children and teachers to implement meaningful movement in the various settings. He is an incredibly joyful and intentional pedagog, and in this interview we discuss some of the main tenants of Dalcroze inspired teaching. You can find out more about how to contact Dr. Frego here | Learn More about the American Eurhythmics Society Here | Click here for Creating Artistry Through Movement: Dalcroze Eurhythmics in the Choral Setting DVD | Click here for...
2018-10-0435 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 024: MLT with Jennifer Bailey from Sing to KidsToday on the podcast, I get to talk with the wonderful Jennifer Bailey of Sing to Kids. Jenn is an absolutely amazing pedagog, and is one of the kindest, most intentional teachers I think I've ever met. She helps talk me through some of the tenants of Gordon Music Learning Theory that still seem a bit mysterious or understood, and helps identify the approach as a sequential, joyful music making venture for students.Make sure you check out Jenn's website & TpT Store! | We're both members of the TpT Music Crew, make sure to click here and out...
2018-09-2753 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 023: Blurring the Lines - Beyond Pedagogy LabelsToday’s episode of the podcast is about blurring pedagogy lines and labels. Now, it may seem strange that after an episode about Kodály-inspired teaching, and an upcoming season full of interviews with experts from different pedagogical approaches that I’m choosing this as a topic. But my hope is that with this episode, and all the interviews this season, you will see that many of those boxes we force ourselves into can really be broken out of and work together for a common goal. So today, I’m reviewing a few of the approaches I am most familia...
2018-09-2028 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 022: Kodály-Inspired Teaching with Brent GaultToday’s episode of TAP is going in the books as one of my favorites. I was lucky enough to speak with one of my mentors, Dr. Brent Gault, about Kodály-inspired teaching, and the book he co-edited with Dr. Carlos Abril, Teaching General Music. Here are some of the highlights of our conversation:The book Teaching General Music, and why he and Dr. Abril decided it was important to have a text like this.How he discovered Kodály and why he was drawn to the approach.The importance of musical fluency and how to incorporate it into...
2018-09-1355 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 021: All About Learning SequencesWelcome to the kickoff to Season 2 of The Anacrusic Podcast! Today on TAP is an episode all about learning sequences, a topic that has been a recent passion project of mine. Not sure what learning sequences are? You are 100% in the right place, because today I’m unpacking all of that for you..What I love about using learning sequences is that it’s not a method, or a prescription for the exact things you need to do in your class. It’s a framework for how to effectively facilitate instruction for your students so that t...
2018-09-0625 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP BONUS #1: Behind the Music - Kodály LevelsFresh off of teaching Kodály Levels at SMU in Dallas, in this bonus episode I give you some behind the music insight to what Kodály training is really like. If you’re interested in learning more about Kodály-inspired teaching, check out TAP 006 here. If you’re interested in being a part of the exclusive #TAP Insiders book study, click here to join the FB group and get started! Resources mentioned in this episode:OAKE SMU/Plano ISD Kodály Certification Course Sail Away 1...
2018-07-2634 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 020: Season 1 Wrap UpToday on The Anacrusic Podcast, I'm talking about where Anacrusic has been, and how TAP has formed what's to come for me, the podcast, and Anacrusic.com.If you're new, this isn't the best place to start. Check out episode 002 or 003 to get to know me and my mission a little bit better!Click here to become a member of the TAP Insiders Group on FB. | Become an Anacrusic Insider here! | Follow me on Instagram
2018-06-2810 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 019: Getting Started with Composition in the Elementary Music ClassroomToday on the podcast, I’m sharing how I approach composition in the music room. Spoiler alert: it’s part of a sequence, and improvisation is the main scaffold to get to all things composition. This episode was inspired by a blog post I wrote earlier this year. Check it out by clicking here. Become an Anacrusic Insider Here | Join The Anacrusic Podcast Community Here
2018-06-2126 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 018: 5 Things I'd Tell My First Year Teacher SelfToday on TAP, I’m sharing the 5 things I’d tell my First Year Music Teacher Self. There are about a million and one pieces of advice everyone spouts at you when you’re a first year teacher. Helpful hints about this curriculum, that activity, and the other classroom management plan you should definitely subscribe to that will magically fix your classroom. And while that’s all well and good, the things I would go back in time and tell myself has little to do with what curriculum or concept to use, and much more about how unexpected life as a fir...
2018-06-1431 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 017: The Balanced Teacher Life with Kelli WiseToday on The Anacrusic Podcast, I interview my good friend Kelli Wise about what it really means to have all the different areas of your life feel the way you want them to feel, no matter where you are in your personal life and your teaching. We talk all about balance and what that really means, if it really exists, and how Kelli gets a handle on all things teacher life.Click here to check out Kelli's podcast, Chalk Full of Life.Join the Rebalance Revolution: 5x Your Free Time & Still Rock at Teaching.
2018-06-0747 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 016: Why I TeachToday on the Anacrusic Podcast, I’m sharing an essay I recently came across that I wrote in 2012. Although this isn’t something I wrote recently, it’s still so much of what I believe in as a music teacher. I hope some of these thoughts resonate with you as the year comes to a close. Click here to become a member of the TAP Insiders Group on FB.Become an Anacrusic Insider here.
2018-05-3116 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 015: All About Ukuleles with Shelley TomichOn this episode of The Anacrusic Podcast, I’m talking to my good friend Shelley Tomich all about how to get started with ukulele in the music classroom. Today on TAP, we’ll talk about:Why you should be using ukulele with your studentsIdeas and resources to purchase ukuleles in your classroomWhat a ukulele curriculum looks likeHow assessment works with ukuleleAnd lots of other fun tips and tricks from the ukulele queen herself! Make sure to check out Shelley’s website and resources for all things ukulele! Click below for all of the goo...
2018-05-2448 minThe Anacrusic PodcastTAP 002: The Relaunch - Anne's StoryIn this episode, I relaunch The Anacrusic Podcast with my story. I tell you all about my own little music teacher journey, how I changed my mind... a lot, and found my true passion and path. Check out the show notes at http://anacrusic.com.
2018-03-1022 min