This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/24/25.  This week I shared some Nutcracker-inspired ideas for instrument exploration on the Orff/pitched percussion instruments. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern […]

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/17/25.  This week I shared about how I review different drone or “bordun” patterns with kids for accompaniment on pitched percussion instruments. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every […]

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/10/25.  This week I shared a quick recap about my 4th grade concert and my “who sang it better” lesson for the week after a concert. If you’re not familiar […]

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/3/25.  This week I shared about how I created a lesson with improvisation, accompaniment, and student choice on the pitched percussion instruments. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every […]

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 10/27/25.  This week I shared about how I use “poison rhythm” games in my classroom – this time with a K-pop Demon Hunters theme! If you’re not familiar with musical […]

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 10/20/25.  This week I shared about how I teach the folk song “Old Woman Skin and Bone.” If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. […]

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 10/13/25.  This week I shared details about some books you might consider for Native American Heritage Month (coming up in November). If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday […]

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 10/6/25.  This week I shared details about my upcoming 4th grade concert called “Trailblazers and Tall Tales” along with a new book from the Book Fair. If you’re not familiar […]

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/29/25.  This week I shared about the book La Guitarrista and how you might use in in the classroom and some videos you might pair with it. If you’re not […]

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/22/25.  This week I shared about the book Lola’s Fandango and how you might use in in the classroom or with a substitute teacher. If you’re not familiar with musical […]

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/15/25.  This week I shared about how I integrate the “cup game” into my lessons including a folk song and a tie in with K-pop Demon Hunters! If you’re not […]

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/8/25.  This week I shared about K-Pop, some important information about the genre, and groups you should check out if you want to connect better with your students. If you’re […]