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I love teaching music to kids! Make Moments Matter – A Music Education Podcast is the most recent attempt to share ideas, connect with other educators, and talk about what it’s really like to teach music to children. You can find new episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you stream podcasts!

Below you’ll find a short synopsis about each episode I’ve published so far as well as links/notes for the episode. If you have questions or comments I’d love to hear them! Shoot me an email at MakeMomentsMatter@gmail.com. Don’t forget to share and rate the podcast in Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. This helps others find the podcast and join the community!

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Make Moments Matter Podcast

2017

September 15

#014: The Grizzly Bear Song and Chase Game

Watch out for BEARS! I’m singing my favorite bear song: “Grizzly Bear, oh Grizzly Bear, sleeping in a cave” and talking about the different games you can use with it. I also give a few tips and ideas about how to set up a music teacher web page/blog and what items you might want to include. Check out the Episode HERE Resources mentioned in the podcast: Teacher Website Blog Post: http://bit.ly/2h5tI91 Blog Post about teaching the four voices with puppets: http://bit.ly/2h5plr3 Forest Animal Vocal Explorations: http://bit.ly/2xoqB1Z My Facebook Page: http://bit.ly/2kliYEv

August 27

#013 – Tideo a.k.a. Pass One Window

One song, multiple dances, lots of options for lessons! Check out this episode to learn about 15 different ways to teach the song “Tideo” also known as “Pass One Window.” I’ll also talk about one of the ways that I divide up classes into teams/families. Listen to the episode HERE Resources mentioned in the podcast: Mailing List: eepurl.com/bMm9bD Instrument Families for Classroom Management: bit.ly/2gfUtau Folk Song Set for Tideo: bit.ly/2wgq5AN Rob Amchin’s Video for Tideo: bit.ly/2iALcKV Anthony Meehl’s video for Tideo: bit.ly/2w9R2I1 My Facebook Page: bit.ly/2kliYEv

August 7

#012 – Back to School Name Games

It’s Back to School season! This episode includes a variety of ideas to use in your first few weeks back including some “name games” and tips to help you get started and organized. Listen to the episode HERE. Resources mentioned in the podcast: My website: http://bit.ly/DavidRowMMM My Instagram: http://bit.ly/2lLe6Wy My Facebook “Videos” Page: http://bit.ly/2pz95SM

May 1

#011 – Alabama Gal

This episode includes a variety of ideas to use with the folk song “Alabama Gal.” I’ll sing through the song, talk about how you might teach the folk dance, and give ideas for extension and “next step” activities. You won’t want to miss my teacher tips/rant about the “Magic of Mallets.” I hope to give you some ideas about how to incorporate mallets for day-to-day use in your classroom. Listen to the episode HERE. Resources mentioned in the podcast: Alabama Gal FREE Folk Song Set: bit.ly/2p2uCCs My Instagram: bit.ly/2lLe6Wy My Facebook “Videos” Page: bit.ly/2pz95SM

April 9

#010 – The Instrument Bunny

This episode talks all about “The Instrument Bunny” and a ton of fun activities that can connect with this silly little rabbit! I’ll take you through my lesson and give some ideas for extensions activities. I’ll also share some great ideas to use with pool noodles (they’re on sale right now!) in the music classroom! Listen to the episode HERE. Resources mentioned in the podcast: Pool Noodles ideas from Tracy King: bit.ly/2oPDizE My blog about the Instrument Bunny: bit.ly/2ofywrY My Easter/Bunny resources: bit.ly/2piyoHt Angie Kelton’s awesome Rabbit Rhythm resources: bit.ly/2oPxF4m

March 19

#009 – John the Rabbit

This episode includes a variety of ideas to use with the folk song “John the Rabbit.” I’ll sing through the song, talk through some variations and adaptations you could make, and give ideas for extension and “next step” activities. I’ll also share about a fun, easy, and FREE manipulative you can make when teaching young kiddos steady beat: “Magic Snowballs” Listen to the episode HERE. Resources mentioned in the podcast: Snowball Steady Beat blog post: bit.ly/2nSoJH5 John the Rabbit Favorite Folk Song Kit: bit.ly/2mFDYlm Folkmanis Dutch Rabbit Puppet: amzn.to/2nG9d1o

March 9

#008 – I Caught A Leprechaun

In this episode I share some lesson ideas to teach the silly song “I Caught a Leprechaun.” This is a great song for K-1 and provides an easy way to add finger cymbals! I’ll also share my favorite (and FREE) video to use when teaching piano and forte! Listen to the episode HERE Resources mentioned in the podcast: Videos for students page: bit.ly/2mkYSHW Bjork’s Video: bit.ly/1gvAOHG My blog post about the Leprechaun Song: bit.ly/2m15QQK

February 27

#007 – Instrument Petting Zoo

Learn about how to make an Instrument Petting Zoo work for you! I’ll talk about preparation, what to expecting during the zoo, follow-up ideas, and lots of organizational tips to make your petting zoo a great experience. Listen to the Episode HERE Resources mentioned in the podcast: My Instagram: bit.ly/2lLe6Wy Instrument Petting Zoo Kit: bit.ly/2mAEEsW Petting Zoo Blog Post: bit.ly/2l1FaDJ

February 19

#006: I’ve Been to Harlem

I share some lesson ideas to teach the folk song “I’ve Been to Harlem” aka “Turn the Glasses Over” I’ll sing through the song, give some background, share a couple dance options, and also talk about how to incorporate the “cup routine.” I’ll also share three of my favorite iPad apps to use in the classroom! Listen to the episode HERE Resources mentioned in the podcast: I’ve Been to Harlem FFS Set: bit.ly/2m2l35h My Facebook Page: bit.ly/2kliYEv Incredibox (web): bit.ly/KbzzUI Incredibox (app): apple.co/23InJVc TuneTrain: apple.co/2kOyOTa iDoceo: bit.ly/1yc1ky5

February 13

#005 – On Top of Old Smokey

I share some lesson ideas to teach the famous folk song “On Top of Old Smokey.” It’s great for Valentine’s Day (as it’s a love song) or any time of year. You’ll also hear me talk about the parody song “On Top of Spaghetti” and I’ll share my favorite tip to save your sanity when teaching choreography for your grade-level concerts! Listen to the episode HERE Resources mentioned in the podcast: R&L Posters: bit.ly/2kNbfh5 Old Smokey FFS Set: bit.ly/2l9iWPG My Facebook Page: bit.ly/2kliYEv

January 28

#004 – Skip to My Lou

Skip to my Lou is a great folk song with a fun partner stealing game. It’s fantastic to teach around Valentine’s Day but can also work for any time of year! Here is the Favorite Folk Song Set that I talk about in the podcast: bit.ly/2jqKniW Listen to the episode HERE

January 23

#003: Old Brass Wagon & Miss Liking

Two for one in this episode! Old Brass Wagon and Miss Liking are two similar folk songs with great opportunities for folk dance and student choice. If you’d like to learn more about Old Brass Wagon you might want to check out this resource: bit.ly/2jSMM9L Listen to the episode HERE

January 15

#002: Chicken on a Fencepost

In this podcast I share a quick and easy “music teacher tip” and explain the process for how I teach the folk song “Chicken on a Fencepost.” Here is a link to the resources I talk about: bit.ly/2iWY3CP Listen to the episode HERE

January 8

#001: Looby Loo

In this podcast I talk about my love for folk songs and explain the process for how I teach the folk song “Looby Loo.” Here is a link to the resources I talk about: bit.ly/2ic0mkm Listen to the episode HERE