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The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast: Music Education Jessica Peresta
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Are you an elementary music teacher? Maybe you’re worn out, overwhelmed, or feel like it gets harder each year.
Hi, I’m Jessica, and it’s my passion to help elementary music teachers, just like you, figure out your unique teaching style. In this podcast, I'll share helpful tips and strategies, work-home life balance tips, and mindset blocks, while helping give you the motivation you need to gain momentum in your teaching so you can continue being the music teacher rock star you already are.
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292- Bucket Drumming to Food Beats with Jesse Mell and Travien Bryson
In this episode of The Elementary Music Teacher Podcast, we have a fun and educational chat with Jesse Mell and Travien Bryson about the awesome and effective music teaching method of bucket drumming.
The discussion covers the ins and outs of their unique teaching method, using food rhythms to teach complex syncopation to beginners, and the importance of tactile learning experiences. They also explore their new book and curriculum, which brings bucket drumming into classrooms, community centers, and churches, opening up an exciting new pathway for both music teachers and non-music teachers alike.
Our guests are two veteran Philadelphia school district teachers - Jesse Mell and Travien Bryson - who joined forces in 2021 to create a math learning system that would help Black and Brown kids close the achievement gap. Food bEatz is a proprietary learning system that helps kids master addition and multiplication with rapping, beat-making, and competitive game play.
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291- Preparing for a Music Teaching Interview
In this episode, we delve into the key aspects of preparation for a music teaching interview.
From understanding how to discuss your teaching philosophies and methodologies to the importance of researching the school you're interviewing for, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Whether you're a fresh graduate or an experienced teacher looking to make a move, these strategies will equip you for your next music teaching interview.
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290- Teaching in the U.S. as a Foreign Teacher with Lewis Baez
In this episode, we welcome guest Lewis Baez, who shares his unique perspective and experiences teaching in the U.S. as a foreign teacher.
Lewis discusses the challenges and rewards of navigating a new educational system and culture, the importance of establishing a strong support system, and the strategies he uses to effectively connect with his students.
This episode provides valuable insights for any educators who are new to teaching in a different cultural context and offers strategies for building strong relationships with students and colleagues.
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289- Implementing What You Learn at Music Education Conferences
In this episode, we talk all about implementing what you learn from music education conferences. I explore ways to effectively absorb, organize, and apply the knowledge gained from these events.
The episode emphasizes the importance of reflecting on conference learnings, connecting the dots between problems and solutions, and the courage to try new ideas in the classroom. Whether you're attending your first conference or you're a seasoned attendee, this episode offers valuable insights on making the most out of your conference experience.
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288- Co-Teaching in the Music Room with Linzie Mullins and Betsy Carter
In this episode, we are joined by Linzie Mullins and Betsy Carter to talk about the concept of co-teaching in the music room.
Linzie and Betsy share their experiences, discussing how they navigate managing a large number of students, balance responsibilities, and build a productive learning environment.
Whether you're co-teaching or not, this episode offers valuable insights on enhancing the learning experience in a music classroom.
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287- Teaching Music with the Orff Schulwerk Approach with Tiffany English
In this episode, we delve into the Orff Schulwerk approach to teaching music with our guest, Tiffany English.
Tiffany shares her experiences and practical advice on implementing the Orff approach, and we discuss how it can contribute to effective teaching.
Tiffany also provides invaluable insights into the challenges, rewards, and strategies for incorporating students' own creativity in music lessons. This episode is a must-listen for music teachers seeking to enrich their teaching techniques and create a more engaging, dynamic music learning environment.
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Customer Reviews
Thank you!
Such a helpful podcast! Thank you, Jessica, for the encouragement. You offer practical ideas and reassurance that we can do this.
Awesome podcast!
Thank you Jessica so much for creating this awesome podcast! Love to listen to all the inspiring stories in your podcast!
Thank you, Jessica!
I’ve been listening to your podcast for 3 years and am so thankful for the time, energy, expertise you share with us music teachers and love learning from all your incredible guests, too! Tuning in has certainly got me through some dark days in the elementary music room and given me (and so many of us!!!) tons of inspiration. I so appreciate all you do for the elementary music teacher community!🙏🏽❤️🎶 Thank you!✨
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