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Continue reading →: How I Set Up My First Choir Rehearsal of the YearThe first choir rehearsal is crucial for establishing a positive tone for the season. It includes welcoming students, community-building activities, vocal warm-ups, and gentle voice checks. Introducing a simple song fosters success, while setting clear expectations promotes a respectful environment. Overall, creating trust and excitement is key to effective rehearsals.
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Continue reading →: Master Music Theory Basics with My Lessons 1–3 BundleThe Music Theory Lesson Bundle (Lessons 1–3) is ideal for beginners learning essential concepts like note names and keyboard awareness. It includes structured lessons, worksheets, and aligns with a YouTube video series for enhanced learning. Suitable for teachers, parents, or self-learners aiming for a clear introduction to music theory.
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Continue reading →: Mastering Accidentals: Teaching Semitones, Whole Tones, and Enharmonic EquivalentsLesson 3 in the Music Theory Series simplifies accidentals for beginner musicians, covering sharps, flats, semitones, and enharmonic equivalents. It includes a detailed lesson, clear examples, and extensive worksheets. Ideal for music educators, it facilitates understanding of scales and keys, supplemented by a free YouTube tutorial for additional support.
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Continue reading →: Tech Tips for Music Teachers, Part 1: Using Canva for Music Theory Lessons & WorksheetsAre you looking for a simple, creative way to make your music theory lessons stand out? As music teachers, we know that well-designed visuals can be very effective. They help students understand tricky concepts like note names, scales, and rhythms. That’s why I’ve started a new YouTube series called “Tech…
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Continue reading →: A Mini-Musical Performance Project Your Students Will LoveLooking for a fun and meaningful way to wrap up your vocal music unit? Let me introduce you to one of my students’ favourite assignments: the Mini-Musical Performance Project! This project combines everything I love about music education—creativity, collaboration, performance, and reflection. It’s the perfect way to engage your grade…
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