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Distance Learning: Memes to Help, Part 2

As I type this, many of my music teacher friends and relatives are living through the planning or first day stages of distance learning

Distance Learning Tips: Memes to Help, Part 3

Right now, many of you have already started school. Some are still waiting, because your district might have postponed the start of school, hoping to

Distance Learning Tips: Memes to Help, Part 1

I am going to be honest: I have felt pretty helpless as my former colleagues are planning, worrying, buying, and collaborating to

SeeSaw in the Music Classroom: The Basics

(Disclaimer: I am a SeeSaw Ambassador, but I am not employed by the company. I just love it!) Educators are having a difficult time planning

Determining Racist Roots of Popular Folk Songs: Sources for Uncomfortable but Necessary Introspection

As owner of Dr. Stafford’s Musical Cures , I support Black Lives Matter and stands in solidarity with Black friends, colleagues, students and loved ones.

The Boom Learning℠ Boom, Part One: Boom Card™ Basics

For many of you, the “school year” (as it was) is winding down. However, you aren’t sure what the fall will bring. Will you be

Music Class in the Era of Covid-19: Concerns and Strategies

First published on May 11, 2020 This has been a rough, rough 2-3 months for the world. And, in the United States, citizens had to

Remembering Your Inner Musician

As I write this, the United States is going through the Covid-19 uproar. Schools are closed, and teachers are delivering instruction remotely. Many

Ideas for Teaching Music Remotely

I’m pretty sure you know all about COVID-19, a viral disease that is pretty well turning the lives of citizens of the globe upside down. The

Positive Mindset in the Music Classroom: Why and How

Our students are dealing with so much in their lives. The Annie Casey Foundation website states that more than one in five children experience multiple adverse

Teaching in a New Position after Years at a Previous One.

Teaching an Old Dog New Tricks: Going into a New Position After Years in a Previous One First of all, it’s been more than a

You’re Not Alone: Dealing with the Rough Times and Emotions of Teaching as a Music Teacher

I’m bringing this back , because I feel music teachers, actually all teachers, need extra emotional support as the COVID battle continues. Even though I’m