Framework for PreK Lessons

Framework for PreK Lessons

Frameworks for Pre-K Lessons  Are you teaching Pre-K and looking for a bit of inspiration?  Maybe you’re looking for a B-12 shot of inspiration for this unique age group!  How might you frame your lesson with Preschoolers?  This age group needs a lot of variety in...

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Project: Preschool

Project: Preschool

Pre-K students, ages 3-5, represent a unique part in a music teacher's curriculum. Let's say you have the pleasure of teaching this age group. In that case, you likely know that your lessons thrive on a variety of short singing and movement activities that incorporate...

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List of Grants for Music Educators

List of Grants for Music Educators

I’m certain there are more grant possibilities out there, but here is a start!  And hey, just try.  Be your authentic self and try.  What’s the worst that can happen? They say no and you move on to the next application.  You got this, good luck! Found on the American...

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Tips for Grant Writing

Tips for Grant Writing

Tips for Grant Writing There are institutions, organizations, and companies that really want to support music teachers through grants. It could be yours for the taking, but most often, to ask means writing a grant. Begin by creating a sentence or two (but keep it...

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Writing Grants

Writing Grants

Writing Grants I had a little side-chapter in my career that included starting a nonprofit concert series called, Underground Classical. Its focus was to highlight classically trained musicians who performed completely out-of-the-box repertoire.  Beat-boxing flutists,...

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Making It Work: Family Folk Dance Night

Making It Work: Family Folk Dance Night

Folk dancing is one the most popular components in our lower school music curriculum.  Through controlled chaos the dance consistently brings a sense of joy and a feeling of community to its participants. In a subtle way folk dancing encourages risk taking, exercises...

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