Episode 19 – Summer Rhythmic Retreat: Recharging Your Music Teacher’s Soul

Jeanette MihalchikHappy Music Teacher

    As an elementary school music teacher, you deserve an actual break during your summer break. In this episode, we address a common challenge faced by music teachers: the tendency to dive straight into summer tasks instead of taking time to relax and recharge. It’s time to shift that thinking and embrace a more balanced approach. Rather than overwhelming … Read More

Episode 14 – 5 May Storybooks to Engage & Entertain Your Students in the Music Classroom.

Jeanette MihalchikHappy Music Teacher

  Today we’re going to be discussing five fantastic storybooks that you can use to engage and entertain your students in the music classroom this May. These books cover a range of topics, from Cinco de Mayo to Mother’s Day to springtime adventures, and are sure to capture your students’ imaginations. So without further ado, let’s dive in! Book 1: … Read More

Episode 12 – Concert Crunch Time Three Strategies for the Elementary Music Teacher

Jeanette MihalchikHappy Music Teacher

Concert season is approaching (or maybe it’s already here for you). In this episode we’ll help elementary music teachers navigate through the challenges of concert season. Today’s episode will focus specifically on 3 strategies for managing your concert season. Here’s a sneak peak Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Concert season can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to … Read More

Episode 8 – Cracking the Code: 3 Proven Strategies to Engage Big Kids During Concert Prep

Jeanette MihalchikHappy Music Teacher

Three Tips for Choosing Concert Rep Your Big Kids Will Connect With   3 Tips for Choosing Concert Rep: Let your students choose the music. Break out the cool manipulatives.  Let them design the way they want to present the song.    Episode quotes: [4:15] I started thinking about THAT class because you know, they’re always in the back of … Read More