A couple weeks ago, I mentioned my group class collaborative experiment. As you’ll notice in the video clip below, we didn’t get everything polished, but we did have a ton of fun! We only had a few minutes for this activity, so it was all sight-reading and playing by ear for the students. They all […]
So…What’s Your Point?
One of my take-home ideas from the MTNA Conference last week was gleaned from the session on My Students Aren’t Listening! Is it Me or Them? Although it was directed toward young children, I think I’m going to see if I can apply it with all my students. It’s the concept of making one point […]
Review and Giveaway of Cool Songs for Cool Kids Volume 2 by Jerald Simon
Jerald Simon has been busy at work composing again! Actually, I don’t think he ever stops. 🙂 His popular Cool Songs for Cool Kids book is now joined by a second volume in the series (soon to be followed by a third, I hear…). Cool Songs for Cool Kids Volume 2 contains a variety of […]
Monday Mailbag – Frugal Tips for Travelers
Perhaps you could post on how a thrifty, frugal teacher could save to attend the MTNA Conference? Do you put aside a little each month? I decided to bump this question to the top of the Monday Mailbag list because of its relevance. Plus, I was able to solicit the advice of my frugal traveling […]
And the Winner Is…
#13 – Heather H. Congrats on winning the wonderful book, Recording on a Budget by Brent Edstrom. I hope you get lots of use out of it in your studio! Thanks to everyone who entered. Stay tuned for another giveaway coming up next Tuesday!
2011 MTNA Conference – A Few Random Shots
One thing I love about the MTNA Conference is that it is held in a different location each year. It’s so much fun to visit new places across the country! Even though we had a packed schedule, my friend, Lisa, and I were able to sneak in a quick trip over to the Milwaukee Art […]
