Cursory glances through music educator Facebook groups and online forums reveal the most poignant frustration in our profession: we are burning out as a profession.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #031: Entrepreneurship and Second Careers
In our previous podcast, April Vargo and I talked about side hustles: ways to make additional income outside of your regular job.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #030: The Side Hustle
In talking about our previous podcast we defined life hacks. This week we define the side hustle, which refers to a way to make money in your spare time, doing something other than your regular job.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #029: Classroom Life Hacks
While I think it’s unlikely that anyone interested in podcasts isn’t familiar with the term, a life hack is a tip or trick that makes your life more efficient or productive.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #028: Solutions for Struggling Programs
Today my guest is one of my favorite resources to tap for all things related to program growth: Bruce Rockwell.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #027: Developing Student Leadership
Summer is a great time to contemplate ideas or strategies you may wish to implement next year. In this context, I’d encourage everyone to consider how they develop student leadership in their programs.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #026: The Essentials of Sight Singing with Mr. D
While we all know we should devote some of our precious rehearsal time to sight singing, many of us (especially us instrumental teachers) don’t do it.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #025: Google Tools for Music Teachers
My guest for this episode is music technology guru and master educator Katie Wardrobe. Her Midnight Music website offers amazing resources for music educators including help with all things tech – from lesson plans to general advice.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #024: Tech Success in the Music Classroom
If you’ve ever wondered about which technology you should be using in your classroom, this episode is for you. Joining me are two of my most tech-savvy contacts, Stephen Keys and Ryan Sargent.
Music Ed Mentor Podcast #023: Year-End Checklist
The school year is almost over – and in my case, things are ending with a bang! Three weeks ago the band teacher at my school had surgery and needed a week off.