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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

2021

May 3

Week 15 – Focus on End of Year Lessons

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/26/21. This week I shared my lesson ideas for the end of the school year with a focus on keeping kids active and engaged. Please take this short survey to let me know what you think about these Musical Mondays Videos: https://bit.ly/3h05QQY If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see…Read More

April 26

Week 14 – Focus on End of Year Lessons

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/26/21. This week I shared my lesson ideas for the end of the school year with a focus on keeping kids active and engaged. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see a replay of the video itself you can follow this link to the archived video on YouTube. Click here…Read More

April 19

Week 13 – Focus On Orff Instruments In Lower Grades

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/19/21. This week I shared my lesson ideas for lower grades with a focus on Orff Instrument borduns and instrument exploration. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see a replay of the video itself you can follow this link to the archived video on YouTube. Click here to see the…Read More

April 12

Week 12 – Focus on Orff Instruments in Upper Grades

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/12/21. This week I shared my lesson ideas for upper grades with a focus on Orff Instruments and song options. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see a replay of the video itself you can follow this link to the archived video on YouTube. Click here to see the Musical…Read More

April 5

Week 11 – Focus on Kindergarten

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 4/5/21. This week I shared my lesson ideas for Kindergarten with a focus books, steady beat, and instrument exploration. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see a replay of the video itself you can follow this link to the archived video on YouTube. Click here to see the Musical Mondays…Read More

March 29

Week 10 – Focus on Second Grade

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 3/29/21. This week I shared my ideas for taking regular lessons and sharing with parents through a “concert” video. I also shared all my lessons for second grade. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see a replay of the video itself you can follow this link to the archived video…Read More

March 15

Week 9 – Focus on Second Grade

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 3/15/21. This week I shared my ideas for integrating instrument recognition into intermediate grades and lessons for second grade. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see a replay of the video itself you can follow this link to the archived video on YouTube. Click here to see the Musical Mondays…Read More

March 8

Week 8 – Focus on Kindergarten

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 3/8/21. This week I shared my new sub plans and ideas about how to spice up your Kindergarten lessons. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see a replay of the video itself you can follow this link to the archived video on YouTube. Click here to see the Musical Mondays…Read More

March 1

Week 7 – Focus on Bulletin Boards and Rhythm Scaffolding

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 3/1/21. This week I shared my lesson ideas for rhythm reading/dictation with scaffolding as well as a few bulletin boards you might want to try out and tech tools to make your life easier. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see a replay of the video itself you can follow…Read More

February 22

Week 6 Musical Mondays PD – Focus on Fourth Grade and GarageBand

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 2/22/21. This week I’ll be sharing my lesson ideas for 4th Grade with a focus improvisation, ostinato, and GarageBand. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see a replay of the video itself you can follow this link to the archived video on YouTube. Click here to see the Musical Mondays…Read More

February 15

Week 5 Musical Mondays PD – Focus on Substitute Teacher Plans

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 2/15/21. This week I’ll be sharing about substitute teacher plans: what to use, how to organize them, and some tips and tricks to help your sub be successful! If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see a replay of the video itself you can follow this link to the archived video…Read More

February 1

Week 4 Musical Mondays PD – Focus On K-5 Lesson Adaptation

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 2/1/21. This week I’ll be sharing my lesson ideas for K-5 with a focus on adapting lessons for in-person or at-home teaching. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see a replay of the video itself you can follow this link to the archived video on YouTube. Click here to see…Read More

January 25

Week 3 Musical Mondays PD – Focus On Movement during COVID

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 1/25/21. This week I’ll be sharing my lesson ideas for K-2 with a focus on how to get kids up and moving during lessons to help relieve stress, energy, and create a relaxed learning environment. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see a replay of the video itself you can…Read More

January 18

Week 2 Musical Mondays PD – Focus On Film Music and Treble Clef

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 1/18/21. This week I’ll be sharing lesson plans for 5th Grade with a focus on featured musicians and instrument families. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see a replay of the video itself you can follow this link to the archived video on YouTube. Click here to see the Musical…Read More

January 11

Week 1 Musical Mondays PD – Focus on 5th Grade and Instrument Families

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 1/11/21. This week I’ll be sharing lesson plans for 5th Grade with a focus on featured musicians and instrument families. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see a replay of the video itself you can follow this link to the archived video on YouTube. Click here to see the Musical…Read More

2020

November 23

Week 15 Musical Mondays PD – Focus on Christmas & December Lessons

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/23/20. This week I’ll be sharing bulletin boards, books, and lesson ideas for December and beyond! If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see a replay of the video itself you can follow this link to the archived video on YouTube. Click here to see the Musical Mondays LIVE recap page…Read More

November 16

Week 14 Musical Mondays PD – Focus on Fourth Grade

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/16/20. This week I’ll be sharing several books with musician biographies and all my fourth grade lessons for the week. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see a replay of the video itself you can follow this link to the archived video on YouTube. Click here to see the Musical…Read More

November 9

Week 13 Musical Mondays PD – Focus on Instrument Exploration

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/9/20. This week I’ll be sharing two new books and lesson ideas for introducing barred percussion instruments like xylophones, metallophones, and glockenspiels!! If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see a replay of the video itself you can follow this link to the archived video on YouTube. Click here to see…Read More

November 2

Week 12 – Focus on Thanksgiving Lessons

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 11/2/20. This week I’ll be sharing some of my favorite books and lessons for Thanksgiving including rhythm games, festive songs, and the Thanksgiving Peacock! If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see a replay of the video itself you can follow this link to the archived video on YouTube. Click…Read More

October 26

Week 11 – Focus on Kindergarten Lessons

This episode of the podcast is a replay containing the audio version of the Musical Monday LIVE video recorded on 10/26/20. This week I’ll be sharing some favorite new books and lesson ideas for third grade. If you’re not familiar with musical Mondays, every Monday night at 8 p.m. Eastern time I go live on Facebook and Instagram to share about the lessons that I’m using in class with my students. I give a recap of my K-5 lessons and then do a deep dive about one grade level and share the books, instruments, songs, and process that I use to teach the lesson to kids. This podcast episode contains all the audio from the Musical Monday video, but if you’d like to see a replay of the video itself you can follow this link to the archived video on YouTube. Click here to see the Musical Mondays LIVE recap page…Read More