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The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education311- A Few of My Favorite ManipulativesThere are so many manipulatives you can use in the music room. In this episode, I share a few of my favorites.What does it mean to practice the art of the pause? In this episode, I dive into that and explain how you can apply this to your own life. Sign up for the Curriculum Design Workshop Grab your free Simplifying Lesson Planning guide. Sign up for teacher coaching or business coaching with Jessica. Find out more about the Curriculum Design Roadmap course here. Sign up for the Harmony membership here Get your copy of Make A Note: What You
2025-03-1210 minThe Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education310- Tips and Tricks for Bucket DrummingHave you wanted to implement bucket drumming in your classroom, but you're not quite sure how to begin? In this quick tip episode, I let you know some ideas that have worked great for me.What does it mean to practice the art of the pause? In this episode, I dive into that and explain how you can apply this to your own life. Sign up for the Curriculum Design Workshop Grab your free Simplifying Lesson Planning guide. Sign up for teacher coaching or business coaching with Jessica. Find out more about the Curriculum Design Roadmap course...
2025-03-0511 minThe Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education309- Growth Mindset for Kids in the Music RoomWe talk a lot about growth mindset, but have never discussed what exactly it means in the music room. In this episode, we'll break down how to encourage growth mindset in your students and ways to help them develop it.
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2025-02-2612 minThe Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education308- Why I'm Not for Everyone and Why That's OKThis episode is a little bit different than my normal content. But, for all of my supporters out there, I love you and am so grateful for each and everyone of you.
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2025-02-1914 minThe Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education307- Practicing the Art of the PauseWhat does it mean to practice the art of the pause? In this episode, I dive into that and explain how you can apply this to your own life.
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2025-02-1212 minThe Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education306- Why There Are Many Pieces to Curriculum DesignThere are many pieces to curriculum design. In this episode, I talk about the ins and outs to planning out a curriculum and why these different pieces matter.
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2025-02-0514 minThe Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education305- How to Get the Most Out of a PLCHow can you get the most out of your PLC? In this episode, I talk about ways that have worked best for me and my PLC.
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2025-01-2909 minThe Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education304- Time Blocking and Why it WorksWhat is time blocking and why does it work? In this episode, I break down the reasons I love time blocking so much and how it's been a game changer for me and my calendar.
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2025-01-2217 minThe Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education303- Dealing with Negative Co-Workers
We all have dealt with negative co-workers before. It can be so hard showing up to work each day with these people around us. But, there are definitely ways to do your job effectively and efficiently while navigating working within the negativity around you. Listen in as I explain strategies that have worked well for me.
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2025-01-1513 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education271: The Power of Brain Dumping for OrganizationIf you’re as pumped as I am about organization, then you’re in for a treat. You know I’m all about sharing my tips on staying organized in the chaos of life, lesson planning, and teaching. And today, we’re diving into a game-changer: the power of brain dumping.
Now, if you’re scratching your head, wondering, “What on earth is a brain dump?” Fear not! I was in your shoes until I realized it’s not just my quirky phrase; it’s a legit thing, backed by countless blog posts. So, let’s demystify this and explore why...
2023-11-2918 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education263: The Power of Sharing Your Story with Your Students with Starr LoutsisIn this episode, we have a special guest, Starr Loutsis, who is here to discuss the transformative power of sharing your personal story with your students. Music teachers often grapple with the question of how much of their own experiences to reveal to their students. We'll explore why sharing your story is essential, what aspects of your story to share, and how it can benefit both teachers and students. So, let's dive in!
Starr Loutsis is an author and a business publisher at Aligning Purpose Publishing. She helps aspiring authors publish their books without the anxiety and...
2023-10-0417 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education262: How to Ask Questions in the Music Classroom with Dr. Philip TackaWhen it comes to music education, we often find ourselves immersed in the melodies, harmonies, and rhythms of our favorite songs. But have you ever thought about the art of asking questions in the music classroom? It's a topic rarely discussed, yet it plays a profound role in shaping the musical journey of students. Join us on a captivating exploration of Dr. Philip Tacka's innovative strategies that illuminate the path to a deeper understanding of music.
Philip Tacka received his doctorate from The Catholic University of America and completed a year of postdoctoral work at the Franz...
2023-09-2753 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education261: Reframing What Makes a “Good” Music TeacherIn this episode, we dive into what it truly means to be an exceptional music teacher. We'll explore five key areas that define your greatness as an educator, from lesson planning to performances, assessments, teaching methods, and your unique personality. Discover how you can confidently embrace your individuality and teaching style while making a profound impact on your students' musical journey. Tune in for valuable insights and inspiration to become the best music teacher you can be - which, for sure, you already are! You just have to realize it!
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2023-09-2028 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education260: How “Education Through Music” is Creating More Music Teacher Positions in Schools with Stephanie NantellIn this episode, I'm excited to share an insightful conversation with Stephanie Nantell, a passionate advocate for music education. We explore the importance of music education, the challenges teachers and programs face, and the strategies to advocate effectively for music programs. Also, check out my latest blog post and find the key takeaways that we have from this conversation!
Stephanie Nantell is the Senior Director of Programs at Education Through Music. Her journey from a music educator to her current role at Education Through Music (ETM) reflects her unwavering commitment to music education. Stephanie explains that one...
2023-09-1335 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education259: Making Lemonade from Lemons in Your Teaching JourneyIn this special episode of the Elementary Music Teacher Podcast, I'll be sharing a personal story of unexpected twists and turns in my teaching journey. While I was diligently preparing for a virtual teaching role, life threw me a curveball that led to an incredible adventure of self-discovery and growth. Join me as I delve into the lessons I learned from this experience and how they can apply to your life and career.
Key Takeaways:
Embrace Change: Life rarely goes as planned, and it's essential to adapt and seize new opportunities when they arise.
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2023-09-0621 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education258: Sound Seeds: Nurturing Musicianship in the Elementary Classroom with Dr. Micheal HoulahanIn this episode, the topic of nurturing musicianship in the elementary classroom is explored. Dr. Houlahan, an expert in music education, discusses the importance of developing musicianship in both teachers and students. Drawing from his experience in different parts of the world, he highlights the value of integrating music theory and performance skills. He emphasizes that teachers should approach music education as both musicians and educators, enabling them to engage students effectively. Dr. Houlahan also introduces the concept of "Sound Thinking Interactive," a comprehensive program designed to support music teachers by providing curriculum resources, lesson plans, assessment tools, and professional...
2023-08-3045 min
How To Teach Music with Jessica GrantF-Flat Learn Platform with Jessica PerestaI often see people post questions in Facebook groups and music teacher chats that ask: Where can I go for professional development? What are sessions I can do on my own time virtually? How can I access quality content that can be applied to my classroom? So glad you asked! Jessica Peresta is here to talk about an amazing professional development platform called LEARN! You'll hear how Jessica collaborated with Dr. Sarah Gulish, co-founder of F-Flat Books, to create LEARN, a professional development sessions for music educators and content creators. F...
2023-08-2918 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education257: 5 Ways I'm Rethinking Classroom ManagementIn this episode, I’m delving into the crazy world of classroom management. If you’ve been following along, you know that we’ve touched on classroom management before, but today, I want to take a fresh approach. So, let’s dive in and explore how I’m rethinking classroom management as I head back into teaching. Get ready to challenge some old beliefs and discover new ways to create an engaging and harmonious learning environment. Also, check out my episode blog post here: 5 Ways to Rethink Classroom Management.
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2023-08-2316 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education256: Teaching the Recorder in an Engaging Way with Bill HenryIn this episode, we're thrilled to have Bill Henry back with us, and today, we're delving into the world of recorders and the art of teaching them in an engaging way. If you're ready to infuse your recorder lessons with excitement and creativity, you're in for a treat! Let's dive in as Bill shares his insights and strategies to make recorder lessons not only educational but incredibly enjoyable.
Bill Henry, with over 17 years of teaching experience in the Maryland public school system, has dedicated his career to shaping young minds through music. He also runs a popular YouTube channel called "...
2023-08-1650 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education255: How I'm Preparing to Teach AgainToday's episode is truly special as I open up about a chapter of my life that's been in the making for a while. Yes, you guessed it – I'm talking about returning to the classroom after a significant hiatus. My journey back to teaching has been a blend of excitement, challenges, and self-discovery, and I'm here to share my insights, personal experiences, and practical tips that I hope will be of immense help to all the wonderful teachers out there who are considering or embarking on a similar path.
In full transparency, a month ago, I...
2023-08-0927 min
Education Through Music PodcastsETM The Podcast - Ep 9: With Jessica PerestaThis summer, we had the privilege to speak with Jessica Peresta, veteran music educator and founder and CEO of The Domestic Musician. Jessica started her teaching career at a low-income elementary school in Tulsa, OK, and over several years, built a successful program that won her Teacher of the Year and Teacher of Today awards.She currently is the elementary music teacher at The Hill School, as well as the host of The Elementary Music Teacher podcast, the author of the book "Make A Note: What You Really Need To Know About Teaching Elementary Music", on the Teacher...
2023-08-0331 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education254: Summer Series: In Personal Professional Development Opportunities for Music EducatorsAs we wrap up our summer series, I'm thrilled to share some valuable insights into the world of in-person professional development. While I won't cover every single opportunity out there — the list can go on and on! — I'll provide you with some useful tips and ideas to explore. Check out the episode blog post for links and tips on finding in-person PD opportunities near you.
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2023-08-0212 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education253: Summer Series: Online Professional Development Opportunities for Music EducatorsThis week’s topic is all about online professional development opportunities for music educators. There are so many great ones out there, and while I can’t cover them all, I’m going to share some that I’ve personally been a part of, whether as an attendee or a presenter. From symposiums and summits to memberships and courses, these platforms offer a diverse range of topics and insights to enrich your teaching practices. You can find all the links on my latest blog post.
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2023-07-2613 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education252: Summer Series: Favorite Music Education Social Media AccountsWelcome back to another summer series episode of the podcast! Today, we continue our exploration of inspiring music education resources, but this time focusing on social media accounts. These platforms have become valuable spaces for music educators to connect, collaborate, and discover new ideas. From Facebook groups to Instagram and LinkedIn, let's dive into the vibrant community of music educators making a difference in the digital world.
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2023-07-1918 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education251: Summer Series: Music Education Websites and AppsThere are a lot of music education websites and apps that you can use as a music teacher. Honestly, the possibilities of what you can use are growing each and every year. One of my biggest pieces of advice is to do your own research or take the ideas I share and go explore them on your own. In this episode, I’ll share some of my favorite music education websites and apps, the links to which can be found in my latest blog post.
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2023-07-1216 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education249: Designing a Curriculum that Works for You with Katie JenksIn this episode, we chat with Katie Jenks not just about the Curriculum Design Roadmap course but also about the real struggles that we music teachers face everyday. We dive deep into the overwhelm that comes with having too little or too many resources in our hands, not knowing where to start with building a curriculum that is cohesive and makes sense for our students, and grasping at straws when it comes to writing daily and weekly lesson plans that are aligned to our long-term goals in music education.
These problems seem universal for music educators out th...
2023-06-2833 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education244- Teaching the Wiggly Students in the Music RoomHave you ever noticed how wiggly kids can be? This is especially true in the music room. How are you supposed to teach music when some of your students just can't sit still? In this episode, I answer this question and give you strategies to help even your most wiggly of student find success in your classroom.
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2023-05-2415 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education243- Making the Music Classroom Relevant to Upper Elementary StudentsWhen it comes to working with upper elementary students in the music room, a lot of questions (and frustrations) can arise within the 4 walls of your classroom. In this episode, I'm answering a few questions from a music teacher who asks about making the classroom relevant to her students and bringing contemporary music into her music room.
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2023-05-1722 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education239- Being a Multi Passionate Music Educator with Melody JenkinsYou might be passionate about both teaching and something else. Maybe you love inspiring your students and teaching them in new and exciting ways while also pursuing passions outside of teaching. If this is you, then you don't want to miss this conversation I had with the amazing Melody Jenkins.
Melody Jenkins is currently in her third year teaching elementary general music. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Instrumental Music Education and initially wanted to be a band director, but fell in love with teaching elementary during her student teaching. She is also known as "The Chromatic M...
2023-04-1938 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education238- How to Create and Deliver Lessons that Foster a Positive Classroom Environment with Terri LloydThe way we create and organize our lesson plans has a profound effect on classroom management and the classroom climate in general. While focusing on creating and delivering lessons, you may not realize how much of an impact with your student engagement.
Terri Lloyd is a retired elementary music teacher with over 25 years of experience. She holds a Bachelor of Music, a Master of Science in Education, and a Technology Certificate in Instructional Design.She is currently active in music education through blogging, workshops, and curriculum development. She also serves on the music staff at her church...
2023-04-1228 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education237- How the School Year is a Marathon and Not a SprintWhile going throughout the school year, it's important to consider that it's a marathon and not a sprint. Each quarter, you'll experience different highs and lows and realizing where you're at in the race of the school year will help you to keep going. On this episode, I’ll talk about the different quarters and the ways you might be feeling throughout them.
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2023-04-0521 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education236- Professional Development that can Support Teachers Throughout their Careers with Kate Hagen and Sarah FairfieldProfessional development doesn't always support what music teachers actually need. We all know the feeling of sitting through yet another PD that has everything to do with math or language arts, and nothing to do with music. In this episode, Sarah and Kate will help you discover how you can find the relevance in PD being offered that is both accessible and motivating for you the learner.
Kate Hagen teaches in the Iowa City Community School district and has 24 years of teaching experience. She has presented at several state conferences and workshops and is a regular guest...
2023-03-2944 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education235- Using Centers for Assessment with Aileen MiracleUsing centers in the music room isn't as scary as it sounds. There are ways to plan for centers and ways to provide choice centers to your students. Along with that, centers are a great way to assess your students. In this episode, Aileen does a great job explaining what centers are, different ways to group your students, and why you can adapt centers to work for your students.
Aileen Miracle teaches general music and choir in the Olentangy Local School District near Columbus, Ohio; this is her twenty-fourth year teaching. Aileen received her B...
2023-03-2237 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education233- How Assessment and Lesson Planning Work TogetherAssessment and lesson planning work together and not against each other. So many times, teachers (including myself) do a great job lesson planning, but feel frustrated their students aren’t connecting the dots between concepts and it ends up making you feel frustrated. But, when you plan for assessment and not just plan the actual lesson, you’ll notice how much more your students are retaining. On this episode, I’ll talk about how you can assess your students and why it fits like a puzzle piece when it comes to lesson planning.
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2023-03-0820 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education232- Using Concept Based Teaching in the Music RoomEvery grade level that comes into the music room has a different set of concepts you need to cover. It's the how to do it part that can get a bit confusing. When you use concept based teaching in the music room, you'll notice how much more efficient and effective lesson planning becomes. Instead of wondering what to teach and when, you know that you're focusing on the concepts and are checking for student understanding. In this episode, I’ll talk about how to use concept based teaching in the music room and why it’s helpful to do thin...
2023-03-0112 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education231- 4 Ways to Incorporate Curriculum Development in the Music RoomCurriculum development in the music room is already happening every day. Yes, you’re a curriculum developer and designer whether you know it or not. When you lesson plan, plan for units, prepare for programs, and use assessments, you’re a curriculum developer. But, maybe you’re wondering “if you’re doing it right” or aren’t sure the steps to take when you sit down to plan both long and short term. In this episode, I’ll talk about 4 ways you can incorporate curriculum development in the music room.
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2023-02-2214 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education230- How to Use the ADDIE Instructional Model in TeachingThere are many types of instructional models. Some are used to design courses, others are used to design lessons and curriculum, yet all can be used by you, the teacher. Although there are many instructional design models to choose from, the ADDIE instructional model is one of the most popular. In the ADDIE model, you’ll analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate the teaching and learning happening in your classroom. It’s used to design courses, whether online or in person, but there are many ways the ADDIE instructional model can be used in. In this episode, I’ll explai...
2023-02-1521 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education229- Building a Strong Music Program in the First 5 Years with Adrian GordonIn your first 5 years of teaching, it's important to set yourself up for success. While it's important to build a strong music program, it's also important to focus on your why, your who, and your what. When you do this, you'll center everything else around these three questions. Along with planning and teaching, taking care of yourself, setting boundaries from early on, and prioritizing your life outside of school are things to consider from the get go. In this episode, Adrian Gordon and I talk about all of this and how setting yourself up for success in the first 5...
2023-02-0828 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education228- How to Effectively Plan with Other Music TeachersMost of the time, you probably sit down to plan lessons on your own. As an elementary music teacher, more often than not, you’re the only music teacher at your school. Also, it’s hard to find the time to collaborate with other music educators, whether online or in person, due to time constraints. Maybe you want to plan with a “team” like you see the grade level teachers doing, but you honestly don’t know where to begin this process. If this sounds like you, then this episode will show you how to effectively plan with other music teac...
2023-02-0127 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education227- How You're More than a Music Teacher with Franklin WillisWhy are you more than a music teacher? How can you inspire your students day in and day out in the music room? What are ways you can build authentic relationships with your students? Throughout my conversation with Franklin Willis, we talk about all of this and so much more.
For more than a decade, educator, and leader, Franklin Willis has served the students and families of the Nashville. Through music, Willis has educated, mentored, and developed young minds to be forward thinking contributors to society. A servant leader specializing in authentic culturally relevant teaching, empowering student c...
2023-01-2539 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education226- Music Technology Ideas for Elementary StudentsMaybe you've wanted to bring more technology into your elementary music classroom, but you're needing new ideas. There's so much amazing technology available to use and it can get overwhelming knowing where to start and what to use with your particular crew of students. In this episode, you'll hear a full list of music technology ideas for elementary students that you can pick and choose from. There are ideas mentioned for lower, upper, and all elementary students. You know your students better than anyone, so feel free to pull from each of the lists and use them as you...
2023-01-1826 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education225- Recapping the Best Episodes of 2022In this episode, I'll recap 10 of the most popular episodes from 2022. 2022 was a great year, and 2023 will bring new solo and guest episodes!
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2023-01-1130 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education224- When You Feel Like Quitting Music TeachingWhat do you do when you feel like quitting music teaching? More than ever before, teaching has gotten harder for a variety of reasons. Maybe you used to love your job, but the thought of doing it anymore just drains you. If so, this this blog episode will inspire you to keep going and to remind you that you’re doing a heck of a lot better job than you think you are.
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2022-12-2819 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education222- Online Opportunities to Help Music Teachers Create and Consume with Jaime SlutzkyAs a music teacher, you may be wanting to put work you've created into the world. Or, you want to consume more content, but aren't sure where exactly to go. Whether you're a consumer or a creator, the resources shared in this episode will help give you ideas you can easily use and implement.
Jaime Slutzky is an experienced and knowledgeable online technology strategist who works with music teachers who have caps on their income and time to create scalable online products and services. With her degree in Computer Science, 11+ years in corporate IT and over a d...
2022-11-3032 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education200- Celebrating the 200th Episode with Jessica Grant Interviewing Me!Today, we're celebrating episode 200! I honestly can't believe that we're this far into the podcast friend. On this episode, you'll hear Jessica Grant interview me. She prepared questions, without me knowing what she was going to ask me ahead of time. What a fun way to celebrate and give you a chance to get to know me a bit better.
Oh yeah... and to continue the celebration, I'm giving away two copies of my book "Make a Note: What You Really Need to Know About Teaching Elementary Music" and two 1-on-1 30 minute coaching calls as well. To...
2022-04-271h 03
The Aca-Education Podcast with Justin GlodichEpisode 55: "The Domestic Musician" Jessica PerestaOn this episode of Aca-Education, Justin sits down with The Domestic Musician herself, Jessica Peresta. Justin and Jessica give some valuable information to all educators, including some of the things they do not teach you in your undergrad experience! Whether you are in your first year or a seasoned veteran, this episode cannot be missed.
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2022-01-1748 min
Acaville Podcast Network FeedEpisode 55: "The Domestic Musician" Jessica PerestaOn this episode of Aca-Education, Justin sits down with The Domestic Musician herself, Jessica Peresta. Justin and Jessica give some valuable information to all educators, including some of the things they do not teach you in your undergrad experience! Whether you are in your first year or a seasoned veteran, this episode cannot be missed.
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2022-01-1748 min
Time To PracticeSetting Goals in Unusual Times with Jessica PerestaIn this episode, we're speaking with music educator Jessica Peresta. We talk about her memories of learning music as a child, a great practice tip, and have some real talk about how to think about making goals and preparing for a new year as teachers and parents who may feel burnout or exhausted. This conversation was really helpful for me personally and I hope it will be for you too! Links in this Episode: Jessica Peresta's website: The Domestic Musician where you can find links to her resources and podcast. Find J...
2021-12-1431 min
HARMONY membershipMentor Call: Jessica Grant and Technology Options in the Music RoomIn this episode, we discuss:
How things are so hard right now
Ways to create lessons using technology
What to do if students aren't engaged
When someone says something negative to or about you
Example lessons using Pear Deck and other technology ideas
Why mindset going into January with unknown teaching situations is so important
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2021-09-171h 07
HARMONY membershipWelcome to the HARMONY member podcastThis is the first episode of the HARMONY members only podcast. In this short and sweet episode, I'll explain why the podcast was started and how it will be formatted for you.
Season 1 is solo episodes from Jessica.
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2021-09-1602 min
Integrated Music Teaching PodcastTC251: From Elementary Music Teacher to Teacher Mentor with Jessica PerestaThanks for reading TC251: From Elementary Music Teacher to Teacher Mentor with Jessica Peresta from TopMusic.co.
Have you ever had the intention to do something with your career and life shifts that completely? Jessica has that story! As very qualified teacher, she intended to return to the classroom but she pivoted and now she mentors other teachers. In this episode, Jessica shares how she grew her business from knowing nothing about ... TC251: From Elementary Music Teacher to Teacher Mentor with Jessica Peresta
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2021-07-2335 min
Easy EdTech Podcast with Monica Burns5 Must-Try Music Tools for Educators Teaching Any Subject with Jessica PerestaIn this episode, you'll learn from music educator Jessica Peresta about the very best music tools for educators. You'll hear about cross-curricular connections, how to work with your current technology set up, and how listening skills and movement play a role. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2021/06/15/music-tools-116/ Sponsored by Kdan Mobile: https://bit.ly/35rgzNB Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/ Follow Jessica on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/jessicaperesta Monica's FREE newsletter with summer event invitations: https://classtechtips.com/newsletter
2021-06-1522 min
The Profitable Musician Show33. The Domestic Musician: Creating A Community For Music Teachers With Jessica PerestaMany music teachers out there are struggling to find the resources they need. What if there is a community that can help them with that and provides support at the same time? Today’s guest is Jessica Peresta, founder of The Domestic Musician, which aims to help music teachers thrive in teaching and creative entrepreneurs succeed in online business. In this episode, Jessica joins Bree Noble to share her journey of being a music teacher and the common struggles they face. From classroom management to home-life balance, she knows these things too well. This eventually led her to create an o...
2021-06-0235 min
The Profitable Musician Show33. The Domestic Musician: Creating A Community For Music Teachers With Jessica PerestaMany music teachers out there are struggling to find the resources they need. What if there is a community that can help them with that and provides support at the same time? Today’s guest is Jessica Peresta, founder of The Domestic Musician, which aims to help music teachers thrive in teaching and creative entrepreneurs succeed in online business. In this episode, Jessica joins Bree Noble to share her journey of being a music teacher and the common struggles they face. From classroom management to home-life balance, she knows these things too well. This eventually led her to create an onli...
2021-06-0236 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education154- School’s Over… Now What?So, now that the school year is over, what do you do now? You’re probably thinking… umm Jessica, absolutely nothing is the answer to that...right? In this episode, we'll talk about how the most important thing you can do is to take a break and then do something fun before you even begin to think about going back to school. Then, begin to process through last school year and what you're wanting to do moving forward into the new school year.
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2021-06-0219 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education153- How to have a Side Hustle and Teach Music Full Time with Katie HolbrookMaybe you're teaching music full time, but you've had the desire or passion to pursue something else as a side hustle too. Thinking about doing this can be intimidating and overwhelming. There are a lot of questions to think about like, "what would I pursue" or "but there are already so many people doing what I want to do."
The thing is that there is only one you. So, that means that special gift you bring to the world is unique and the world needs it. In this episode, Katie Holbrook and I talk about what to do wh...
2021-05-2641 min
Magnetic Founders056: Passion Projects Paired With Motherhood with Jessica PerestaIn today's episode, I'm chatting with Jessica Peresta of The Domestic Musician. She works with elementary music teachers to beat the overwhelm and get back to what they love doing... teaching! We get into how passion projects can work with motherhood and how you can make both work for you. She's a wealth of knowledge and I can't wait for you to listen! Check out Jessica's freebies and Instagram below. https://www.subscribepage.com/mompassionprojectguide https://www.subscribepage.com/momjournalprompts www.instagram.com/jessicaperesta If you would like...
2021-03-2937 minHow To Teach Music with Jessica GrantMake a Note with Jessica PerestaShow Notes: Jessica Peresta's book: F-flat and Amazon Domestic Musician Website Instagram - @jessicaperesta Jessica Peresta is the host of the Elementary Music Teacher Podcast as well as the creator and facilitator of the HARMONY membership site and the Domestic Musician website. She has created all of this as a way to help elementary music teachers beat the overwhelm and get back to teaching music with joy. Jessica lives in Arkansas with her husband and three boys. Afternoon Ti: The Afternoon Ti Guide to Teaching Musi...
2021-02-0947 min
Learn Music Together33- Ways to enjoy music with your family during the holidaysDuring the holiday season, you're enjoying family time and creating traditions together. While you're baking Christmas cookies, watching holiday movies, or driving around to see lights, why not incorporate music into the mix? In this episode, I'll give you simple ways you can create even more memories with your kids by using music!
Take a free piano lesson by Jessica here.
The "Trepak" blog post mentioned can be found here.
Sign up for the Learn Piano At Home course here.
Grab your free "Homeschool...
2020-12-1816 min
Learn Music Together32- The different Winter holidays and songs to celebrate themThere are so many ways to celebrate music in the Winter holidays. You can sing songs and do activities around Winter, Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa. In this episode, I'll share my favorite songs with you and you can find links to the songs on YouTube here:
Sleigh Ride
Winter Fantasy
Winter Wonderland
Silver Bells
Carol of the Brown King poem
In the Window
Oh Hanukkah
Christmas a Come
There Was a Pig Went Out to Dig
2020-12-1122 min
Learn Music Together31- 3 Thanksgiving songs your family can sing togetherThanksgiving is a time to stop and reflect about what we're thankful for and to spend time with family. While you're spending time eating and visiting with family (even if that's virtually this year), why not share the gift of music with each other. These are 3 Thanksgiving songs your family will love to sing together. You can see the blog post that contains YouTube links to these songs here.
Take a free piano lesson by Jessica here.
Sign up for the Learn Piano At Home course here.
2020-11-2300 min
Learn Music Together30- Let's sing about pumpkinsThis episode is taken from a Facebook live I did where I teach two of my favorite songs about pumpkins.
Take a free piano lesson by Jessica here.
Sign up for the Learn Piano At Home course here.
Grab your free "Homeschool Music Education Starter Guide" here.
Check out the blog, resources, and other content to help your child learn music on this page.
I’d love for you to leave a rating and a review of the podcast on I-tunes, share the po...
2020-11-1300 min
Learn Music TogetherWhat is harmony in music?What is harmony in music? In this episode, I explain what it is, why it matters, and how your kids can have fun with learning it right along with the melody!
Take a free piano lesson by Jessica here.
Sign up for the Learn Piano At Home course here.
Grab your free "Homeschool Music Education Starter Guide" here.
Check out the blog, resources, and other content to help your child learn music on this page.
I’d love for you to leave a ra...
2020-11-0600 min
Learn Music Together28- What is melody in music?What is melody in music? Have you heard this word before, but didn't quite know what it meant? In this episode, I'm going to break down exactly what melody is, why it matters, and tell you how you are already singing the melody with your favorite song on the radio without you even realizing it!
Take a free piano lesson by Jessica here.
Sign up for the Learn Piano At Home course here.
Grab your free "Homeschool Music Education Starter Guide" here.
Check out the...
2020-10-2300 min
Learn Music Together27- What is music theory and why it’s importantWhat is music theory and why does it matter? In this episode, I'll explore the reasons I'm glad music theory was instilled in me at such a young age, how it helped me when it came to progressing as a pianist, and why your child should make music theory a part of their music education too.
Take a free piano lesson by Jessica here.
Sign up for the Learn Piano At Home course here.
Grab your free "Homeschool Music Education Starter Guide" here.
Check out...
2020-10-1600 min
Learn Music Together25- What to do if your child says music lessons are boringIn this episode, I talk about what to do if your child says music lessons are boring. A lot of times, it's getting to the bottom of why kids are saying this. Most of the time, there is an underlying reason they're saying this phrase.
After listening to the episode, you'll get questions to ask your child about why they're thinking music lessons are boring and will get strategies in how to help them to keep going.
Take a free piano lesson by Jessica here.
...
2020-10-0200 min
Learn Music Together24- Music and sportsIn this episode, I talk about music and sports. This episode is broken into two parts.
1. Should your child do sports AND music?
2. How music helps athletes stay motivated.
Listen to a free piano lesson by Jessica here.
Sign up for the Learn Piano At Home course here.
Grab your free "Homeschool Music Education Starter Guide" here.
Check out the blog, resources, and other content to help your child learn music on this page.
I’d love for yo...
2020-09-2518 min
Learn Music Together23- Music appreciation ideas for all agesWhat is music appreciation? How exactly do you help kids appreciate music?
In this episode, I explore many different ways to help kids to not just listen to music, but to appreciate it, study it, and learn it.
Listen to a free piano lesson by Jessica here.
Sign up for the Learn Piano At Home course here.
Grab your free "Homeschool Music Education Starter Guide" here.
Check out the blog, resources, and other content to help your child learn...
2020-09-1817 min
Learn Music Together22- What is rhythm in music and how to explore itWhat is rhythm? Well, it's basically the way you put sounds and silences in music together!
Rhythm is what makes you walk by a drum playing and has you tapping your foot, nodding your head, snapping your finger, or moving your shoulders a bit.
While beat is the foundation for all music, the rhythm is layered right on top of it to connect the notes and rests together to make music become, well music!
Listen in to the episode to find out more about rhythm and how you can explore it!
2020-09-1116 minHow To Teach Music with Jessica GrantWorry and Anxiety with a mix of Faith and Encouragement with Jessica PerestaShow Notes: Jessica Peresta Bio: Jessica Peresta is passionate about mentoring elementary music teachers. Jessica earned the Top Music Education Major award for her graduating class, and upon earning her Bachelors in Music Education from Oral Roberts University, she started her first teaching position in the middle of the school year at a low income elementary school in Tulsa, OK. Having few resources and teaching materials, Jessica was asked to restart the music program which had been non-existent for 7 years. Over the next several years, Jessica created her own curriculum map and developed less...
2020-09-0842 min
Learn Music Together21- What's a steady beat and why to start hereHave you heard the words "steady beat" being said a lot, but you're just not quite sure what it means? In this episode, I'm explaining exactly what a steady beat is and why it's important to start here when it comes to teaching kids music... yes even at home.
The steady beat:
Is the pulse and is constant
Keeps the music moving along
Helps instruments in the orchestra or band stay together
Can be felt in many different ways
Has strong and weak beats
Is the foundational building block
Here's a version of "Sir...
2020-09-0416 min
Learn Music Together20- How learning music helps kids thriveMusic helps kids to thrive in so many ways. In this episode I share a bit of my own story in how music helped me so much when I was a child and as I went into adulthood.
Music helps kids with:
confidence
as an escape from the world
to feel successful at something
as a way to express themselves
and with emotions
Listen to a free piano lesson by Jessica here.
Sign up for the Learn Piano At Home course here.
Check out the blog, resources...
2020-08-2810 min
Learn Music Together19- Why kids love to sing and how to encourage itIn this episode, I discuss why your kids love to sing and how you can encourage it. We also talk about how to find confidence as a parent if you don't think you have the best singing voice.
The main thing to keep in mind is to just have fun with it!
Grab your free "Homeschool Music Education Starter Guide" here.
Check out the blog, resources, and other content to help your child learn music on this page.
I’d love for yo...
2020-08-2113 min
Learn Music Together18- How to make books musicalOne of my absolute favorite things to do with books is to make them musical. You may already be making books musical with your kids without even realizing it.
The 5 ways I talk about making books musical in this episode are:
Use rhyming books
Find movement books
Books about composers and musical artists
Reading musical scores
Story books
You can read the blog post mentioned in the episode here.
Grab your free "Homeschool Music Education Starter Guide" here.
Check out the blog, resources, and other...
2020-08-1417 min
The Purpose ShowEp 168: The Power of Music for Kids with Jessica PerestaToday I am sitting down with one of my very best friends, Jessica Peresta. Jessica started an online company for music teachers that branched out into helping parents teach their kids music. She also does all kinds of amazing work with special needs kids. In this conversation you'll hear how music can improve kids' brain development, how music has power, and what to do to make that work with you as you raise your kids, whether you have a baby or a teenager. I can't wait for you to hear this inspiring conversation! Let's dive in! Everything t...
2020-08-1249 min
Learn Music Together17- 5 T.V. shows that teach music to kidsWhether you realize it or not, your kiddos are learning music while watching their favorite TV shows or music. Not only that, you can continue talking to them about the songs they listened to and even discuss what the show or movie would sound like without music.
In today's episode, I'm sharing my 5 favorite TV shows that teach music to kids. I love all of these shows for different reasons, and in this episode you'll find out why.
You can read the blog post mentioned in the episode here...
2020-08-0717 min
Learn Music Together16- Different movement and music activities to do in the homeThere are different ways to bring movement into your homes as a parent. In this episode, we'll discuss:
Freeze dance
Movement with scarves
Dancing
Body percussion
Grab your free "Homeschool Music Education Starter Guide" here.
Check out the blog, resources, and other content to help your child learn music on this page.
You can check out my YouTube channel here.
This bundle of songs contains several songs and activities, just like the one you heard today and that are on my YouTube channel, to help your...
2020-07-3118 min
Learn Music Together15- Different ways kids can learn music at homeKiddos can learn music from home, whether it's through formal lessons or informally. What does learning music informally mean? Well, any time your kids sing, dance, do body percussion, read a musical story, or discuss music, you're bringing music into your home.
In this episode, we'll explore all of those ways for your kids to learn music and much more.
Grab your free "Homeschool Music Education Starter Guide" here.
Check out the blog, resources, and other content to help your child learn music on this page...
2020-07-2414 min
Learn Music Together14- "Peanut Sat On a Railroad Track" speech and body percussion activityLearning music comes in many different forms. Sometimes it's done in a formal setting, like private piano lessons. Then, other times it's done more informally, like learning a speech piece and body percussion.
The main goal is for your child to learn music, no matter how they do it. The activity "Peanut Sat On a Railroad Track" is perfect for any elementary aged student, whether they want to learn music in your home school or you as the parent are just wanting new ways of bringing music into your home.
2020-07-1714 min
Learn Music Together13- What to expect in the first piano lessonIn this episode, I'll go over what you can expect at your child's first piano lesson.
You watch a free piano lesson with Jessica here.
Grab your free "Homeschool Music Education Starter Guide" here.
Check out the blog, resources, and other content to help your child learn music on this page.
If your child is ready to jump right in with online piano lessons, I'd love to be their teacher on my "Learn Piano At Home" course. You can enroll your child here.
2020-07-1012 min
Learn Music Together12- 3 ways kids can practice curving their fingers at the pianoIn this episode, I'll tell you 3 ways kids can practice curving their fingers at the piano. This is something that takes time and patience, and developing finger strength with kids as they learn the piano is so important.
It's a skill that will take them so far as they continue taking lessons. Right along with learning to read music and how to play the piano, the right technique matters so much too.
You can read a blog post that goes right along with this episode here.
...
2020-07-0312 min
Learn Music Together11- Non musical parents and piano lessonsIn this episode, I'll discuss ways that you can help your child learn piano even if you're not very musical yourself. A little encouragement really goes a long way with your kids. More than anything else, they want support and need you to help keep them motivated.
Creating a supportive environment for your child to learn, staying present and interested, pushing them the right amount, and staying in alignment with what the teacher expects of your child all matter so much.
You watch a free piano lesson with...
2020-06-2613 min
Learn Music Together10- The special needs child and piano lessonsCan a child with special needs learn piano? Of course they can! Every child has music inside of them, and it's up to the music teacher to help them find it.
I’ve worked with kiddos of all different disabilities and needs in music and there definitely is not a one size fits all approach. With special needs kids, a lot of teachers need to realize that the traditional style of learning or the method books won’t work. Why? Because special needs kids need a lot more patience and personalized approach base...
2020-06-1926 min
Learn Music Together9- The gifted child and helping them to succeed at pianoOne of the questions I get asked the MOST is, "how do I know if my child is musically gifted?" In this episode, we'll explore together how you can identify if your child has a natural gift for music, but also ways to help them succeed hand in hand with their piano teacher.
The blog post about having a musically gifted child can be found here
You watch a free piano lesson with Jessica here.
Grab your free "Homeschool Music Education Starter Guide" here.
Check...
2020-06-1225 min
Learn Music Together8- How learning piano helps a child succeed at schoolDid you know learning piano helps your child to succeed at school and in life? Music helps with brain development, with listening skills, in math and reading, and with attention span.
In this episode, I break down ways that having your child learn piano will help them tremendously with learning at school. We don't just talk about the academic side of things, but also the emotional and mental side of things as well.
The blog post and video about how playing an instrument benefits your brain can be...
2020-06-0518 min
Learn Music Together7- How to help your child practice in a noisy homeYou've made the decision for your child to learn piano, but now helping them practice is the next step. As you know, family life isn't quiet. It's almost near impossible to find a quiet time for your child to practice. But, there are ways you can help your child and get your family on board as well when it comes to practice time in your home.
Here are the suggestions I give in this episode today:
Try to find a quiet part of the house if possible
Develop a weekly practice schedule and...
2020-05-2915 min
Learn Music Together6- What piano or keyboard to get for your childHow do you know whether to get your child a piano or a keyboard? There are so many options available and figuring out how to choose what to use can be a bit overwhelming.
In this episode, I break down the 3 types of pianos and keyboards and how to make the best decision for your child.
There are:
unweighted keyboards
weighted keyboards
pianos and digital pianos
You watch a free piano lesson with Jessica here.
Grab your free "Homeschool Music Education Starter Guide" here.
Check...
2020-05-2215 min
Learn Music Together5- Determining if your child is ready for piano lessonsDetermining if your child is ready for a piano lessons can be a tricky decision. We go into a lot more detail about these points in today's episode. But, when helping parents know if your child is ready, I give them these 5 points to consider:
The age of your child
How well your child can pay attention
Your child's desire to learn
The size of your child's hands
Finger strength
You can read the blog post that goes along with this episode here.
Also, you watch a free piano...
2020-05-1519 min
Create This LifeCreate This Life Podcast - Ep 13 - Jessica Peresta - The Domestic MusicianWelcome Back Listeners!
I am so excited to share with you the story of a girl who had a talent that fed a vision that lead to an amazing business.
Jessica Peresta, aka The Domestic Musician, is a former Elementary Music Teacher who has taken that passion for music and making it accessible for other teachers and potential music students everywhere... all while juggling being a mom, wife and amazing friend.
On a personal side, she is an open book as we discuss her family's journey to have her son diagnosed on the a...
2020-05-0841 min
Learn Music Together4- How to decide if your child should learn pianoAre you trying to decide if your child should learn piano and you just don’t know whether to move forward or not? Well, there are two ways families get to the point of deciding whether or not your child should learn piano. It’s either your decision or your child’s. Yep, that’s it!
Don’t focus so much on how the decision gets made, but on if it’s the right one. In this episode, I’ll explain how to not only make a decision, but how to move forward with your child onc...
2020-05-0816 min
Learn Music Together3- Why to begin piano before another instrumentIf you’ve wondered what instrument to start your child on, then this episode will explain why starting on the piano is a great decision. Your child may have said they want to learn drums, guitar, or anything else and if so, then do that! But, I still have my reasons for having kids learn piano first, especially if they’re unsure what instrument to learn.
Here are a few of my reasons I discuss further in this episode:
It makes sounds right away
It encompasses high and low sounds
They'll be glad they...
2020-05-0118 min
Learn Music Together2- What's missing in piano lessons (in my opinion)In this episode, we're going to talk about what’s missing in piano lessons. In my opinion, that's the interaction with the parents. Parents should feel just as included in what’s being learned as your child does. You should know how to help them practice and should leave lessons feeling confident each week in your ability to do so.
Here are 3 ways to help you communicate better with your child's piano teacher:
1. Ask the teacher if they’re not providing information to communicate with you, even if it’s just on a sticky...
2020-04-2412 min
Learn Music Together1- Welcome to the Learn Music Together podcastWelcome to the Learn Music Together podcast. This podcast is for you parent, who needs strategies, ideas, and support in guiding your child as he or she learns music at home, private lessons, or in a group setting. Whether you have a musical background or not, you CAN give your child the encouragement and help they need as they practice each and every week.
This podcast will give you the support you’ve been needing each week, so together, we can encourage your child to reach their full musical potential.
...
2020-04-2007 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education93- Keep teaching music… yes even onlineIn this episode, I'll talk about how you can and will keep teaching music, yes... even if it's online.
Just like when you were a new music teacher, you took things one day and one week at a time, until you eventually found your groove. The same can apply for teaching remotely. This isn't going to be easy and just something that comes
Also.. just like when you're in the classroom, don’t compare what you’re doing with your students to anyone else because your expectations put on you, your teaching style, and what your students need are all...
2020-03-2531 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music EducationBONUS- Teaching music amidst COVID-19This is such a stressful time right now. Whether your school has closed, is going to close soon, or you're just not sure what's going to happen, you're still a music teacher.
Those relationships you spent all year building have not been in vain. Let's talk about that today...
Check out the "How to Teach Elementary Music Remotely: Ultimate Resource Round-Up" blog post here
Access the "Sing with Mrs. Jessica" course here
I'd love for you to leave a rating and a review of the podcast on I-tunes, be sure to s...
2020-03-1532 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education84- Combining Orff and Kodaly and teaching upper elementary and middle school music with Jessica GrantToday's podcast episode with Jessica Grant is about two topics that she is both knowledgeable and passionate about... combining the Orff and Kodaly approaches and teaching music to upper elementary and middle school students.
Jessica Grant is the middle school music specialist at Good Shepherd Episcopal School in Dallas, Texas. She taught fourteen years as an elementary public school music specialist prior to teaching middle school students for the past four years. She has taken Dalcroze classes, is certified in Orff Schulwerk, and completed Kodaly Level III this past summer.
Jessica earned her Bachelor of Musi...
2020-01-2253 min
The 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 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education67- How to transition from teaching classroom music to a private teaching business with Jessica DuttonIn this episode, Jessica Dutton and I have a discussion about how it's ok to shift from teaching classroom music to something else like private lessons, owning your own studio, or even starting your own business online or in person.
Once you get your music education degree, this doesn't mean you're required to teach elementary music (or secondary) for the rest of your life. If you do, than great! High quality music teachers are DEFINITELY needed in the schools. That's the exact reason I started this podcast... to help give you tips and strategies to teach music. But...
2019-09-2631 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education44-Teaching music with a limited budget and pursuing a graduate degree with Stacey GarrepyI’m so excited about today’s guest Stacey Garrepy. Shes in her 3rd year of teaching elementary music at a Classical Christian school while also in her 3rd year in the PhD program at UNC Greensboro. Today, we’re going to have conversations about what it’s like teaching while pursuing a post graduate degree at the same time. We’ll also talk about what it's like to teach music with a limited budget and how you can teach music if you find yourself in this situation.
If you’re an elementary music teacher and you’d like to come on...
2019-04-1826 min
The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education1-Welcome to The Elementary Music Teacher podcastWelcome to The Elementary Music Teacher podcast! Hi, I'm Jessica, and I'm excited you're here. In this podcast, my hope is that you'll find the mentorship and support you've been needing in your elementary music teaching career.
2018-05-0608 min