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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

2024

September 23

Parent Teacher Conference Ideas – How to connect with families!

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/23/24. This week I shared about what I’ve done in the past to connect with parents and families on conference days. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday…Read More

September 16

Miss Mary Mack – Teaching Process, Resources, and More!

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/16/24. This week I shared about how I’m teaching the song and hand clapping game for Miss Mary Mack. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at…Read More

September 9

How Do You Dance? – Book to Help Kids Feel More Comfortable Dancing

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/9/24. This week I shared about the book “How Do You Dance?” and how I scaffold in a group dance party. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday…Read More

September 2

Books for Movement Exploration in Primary Grades

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 9/2/24. This week I shared about two books that you can use for movement exploration in primary grades. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8…Read More

August 26

Lines that Wiggle – Pathways and Movement Exploration

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 8/26/24. This week I shared about the book “Lines that Wiggle” and how I use it to encourage movement with pathways. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday…Read More

August 19

Musical Mondays are Back! Circle Round the Zero and New Resources!

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 8/19/24. This week I shared about new Book Companion resources to use with subs and the song Circle Round the Zero. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday…Read More

April 22

End of Semester Q&A – Spring 2024

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/22/24. 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 15

Recorder: Decoding Written Notation with Kids

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/15/24. This week I shared about how I help students decode a piece and look for patterns, similarities, and clues in written music. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays,…Read More

April 8

Animals Gone Wild – Primary Grade Concert Recap

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/8/24. This week I shared about my recent first grade concert called “Animals Gone Wild!” If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time…Read More

April 1

Singing Voice and sol-mi Practice with Primary Grades

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/1/24. This week I shared three different ways to practice and reinforce singing voice and the sol-mi interval with primary grades. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday…Read More

March 25

Recorder Poly Spot Playing and Jigsaw Melodies

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 3/25/24. This week I shared two different activities for recorder including poly spot matching and movement and Jigsaw Melodies. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at…Read More

March 18

Recorder Echo and Examples – The First Weeks!

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 3/18/24. This week I shared about some basic skills building I do with my beginning recorder players. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m.…Read More

March 4

The First Recorder Lesson – Tips, Tricks, and Lesson Ideas!

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 3/4/24. This week I shared my “first recorder lesson” with ideas about what to buy, how to prepare, and what to do on that first day! If you’re not familiar…Read More

February 26

Lesson Planning and Free Lesson Plan Templates for the Music Classroom

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 2/26/24. This week I shared about lesson plan templates I’ve used over the years and thoughts about planning. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8…Read More

February 19

Book Recommendation – Sing and Dance In Your Polka Dot Pants

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 2/19/24. This week I shared the book “Sing and Dance in your Polka Dot Pants” and how I use it in my classroom and with substitute teachers. If you’re not…Read More

February 12

Nonpitched Percussion, Rhythm Reading, and Dynamics Lesson.

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 2/12/24. This week I shared about how my student teacher and I created a lesson for nonpitched percussion, rhythm reading, and dynamics. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every…Read More

February 5

Creating a Lesson from Scratch – Farm Themed Rhythms

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 2/5/24. This week I shared about how my student teacher and I created a lesson with a poem and nonpitched percussion from scratch. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays,…Read More

January 29

Crosstown – When Billy Was One – Full Process and Lesson Ideas

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 1/29/24. This week I shared about how I use the song “Crosstown – When Billy Was One” in class with lesson ideas and process. If you’re not familiar with musical…Read More

January 22

Drum Dream Girl – Substitute Teacher Plans

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 1/22/24. This week I shared about how I use the book “Drum Dream Girl” in class and for substitute teacher plans. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday…Read More

January 15

Rattlin’ Bog – Full Process and Lesson Ideas

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 1/15/24. This week I shared about how I teach the song “Rattlin’ Bog” with explanations, visual aids, and my process. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night…Read More