In the elementary music classroom, we tend to call all barred instruments either Orff instruments or xylophones. But this isn't strictly true. There are three main variations we...
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One of the most important (if not THE most important) things you do to set up success for your school year in the music class is establishing rules and procedures. These must be set up and...
Halloween is a fun time of year for your students. It's one of the most universal Holidays in public schools (at least in America). As such, if you feel it's appropriate for your...
Orff xylophones are a great way to introduce a lot of pitch elements and concepts to your music students at any age. Playing each pitch is as simple as striking it with a mallet, and it...
One of the easiest lessons to leave for a music sub or to give to your class while working with a small group of students are Word Searches. There are a ton of elementary music word...
As the leaves change and cooler winds blow in, it's time to start singing some fall songs. I'm not someone who always changes every song I teach for the season, but there are some I use to...