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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

2026

January 12

Willum He Had Seven Sons – Song Process

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 1/12/26. This week I shared my process for teaching “William Had Seven Sons” for my primary grades. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m.…Read More

2025

November 24

Nutcracker Inspired Orff Instrument Exploration

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…Read More

November 17

Teaching Drones a.k.a “Borduns” with Kids

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…Read More

November 10

What to do the week AFTER the concert – Who sang it better?

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…Read More

November 3

Creating with Pitched Percussion and Food Themed Words

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…Read More

October 27

K-Pop Rhythm Hunters – Poison Rhythm Game

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…Read More

October 20

Old Woman Skin and Bone with Orff Instruments

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.…Read More

October 13

Books for Native American Heritage Month

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…Read More

October 6

Trailblazers and Tall Tales – 4th Grade Program Details

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…Read More

September 29

La Guitarrista – Book for Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month in the Music Room

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…Read More

September 22

Lola’s Fandango Book – Use for Rhythm, Culture, Dance, or a Substitute Teacher

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…Read More

September 15

Cup Game Lesson Outline – Folk Song and K-Pop Demon Hunters

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…Read More

September 8

K-Pop 101 for Elementary Music Teachers

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…Read More

September 1

Rhythm Sticks and “The Teacher Pattern”

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/1/25. This week I shared about using rhythm sticks with multiple grades, what sticks you might want to buy, and how I use “The Teacher Pattern” with my students. If…Read More

August 25

Bounce High, Bounce Low Lesson for Kindergarten Week #1!

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 8/25/25. This week I shared about using mallets on “Bounce High, Bounce Low” with Kindergarten and the book “Sound!” If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at…Read More

August 18

Johnny Get Your Hair Cut Lesson Idea & Engine, Engine, No. 9 Book

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 8/18/25. This week I shared about an “Engine Engine, No. 9” book I found and the lesson(s) I use for the song “Johnny Get Your Hair Cut.” If you’re not…Read More

May 5

End of Semester Q&A – Spring 2025

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 5/5/25. This week I talked through many of your questions about teaching elementary music. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I…Read More

April 28

Three New Books to Check Out for Now or Later!

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/28/25. This week I shared about three books that I recently came across that you should check out. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8…Read More

April 21

What to do for an out-of-cycle day! – How to Lesson Plan for Odd Moments

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/21/25. This week I shared about what I taught on a recent “out-of-cycle” day when I needed a quick and easy lesson for multiple grades. If you’re not familiar with…Read More

April 14

Nonpitched Percussion In Daily Learning – How to Sneak It In in meaningful ways!

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/14/25. This week I shared about how I try to include nonpitched percussion instruments in a variety of ways in my lessons. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every…Read More