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Enriching Spanish-Speaking English Learners’ Experiences in the English Music Classroom

Enriching Spanish-Speaking English Learners’ Experiences in the English Music Classroom By NAfME Member Nabile Anahí Galván García This article was first published in the April 2024 issue of Journal of…

Ensuring Legitimacy and Viability in Music Industry Education

The Viability and Legitimacy of Current Music Curricula By NAfME members José Valentino Ruiz, Ph.D., University of Florida, and Thaddaeus Bourne Traditionally, music education has tended to neglect the practical…

Rest, Recreate, and Recharge over the Summer

What do you do to rest, recreate, and/or recharge over the summer? Seven Music Educators Share Their Thoughts This article first appeared in the April 2024 issue of Teaching Music.…

The H.E.A.R.T. Model for Inspiring Growth through Experiential Learning and Resilience in Music Education

The H.E.A.R.T. Model for Inspiring Growth through Experiential Learning and Resilience in Music Education By NAfME Members José Leonardo Leon, D.M.A., Florida Atlantic University, and José Valentino Ruiz, Ph.D., University…

Lessen Your Load while Inspiring Future Music Educators!

Tri-M® Service Projects: Lessen Your Load while Inspiring Future Music Educators! By NAfME Member Hannah E. Cole NAfME Music Honor Society Advisory Council (Tri-M®) Co-Chair-Elect Tri-M Chapter 6609 Advisor Director…

Kodály, Orff, and Dalcroze: A Who’s Who and What’s What

Kodály, Orff, and Dalcroze: A Who’s Who and What’s What  By Meegan Hughes This is a sponsored blog by NAfME Corporate member West Music. Before we look at what makes…

Jazz Teaching Tips for Classrooms and Ensembles

What’s your favorite jazz teaching tip for the classroom or ensemble? Three Music Educators Share Their Ideas This article first appeared in the April 2022 issue of Teaching Music. Roosevelt…

Happy Birthday, World!

Every Day Is Earth Day! Sing along with “Happy Birthday, World”! This is a sponsored blog by NAfME Corporate member Songs Children Sing. This article was first published on the…

Turn the Lights Back On

Turn the Lights Back On By NAfME Members Amy M. Knopps and Lori Schwartz Reichl “The shadow is the greatest teacher for how to come to the light.” ― Ram…

St. Louis Symphony Orchestra’s Digital Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra

St. Louis Symphony Orchestra’s Digital Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra lets students experience the teamwork needed to bring orchestral music to life.  This blog is sponsored by NAfME Corporate…