Tons of music classrooms utilize a program called Recorder Karate. This collection of songs and teaching materials are available through Music K-8, but many teachers also create their own versions to fit their classroom needs. I have done the latter, creating my own version of Recorder Karate to use in my classroom. No matter what… Continue reading Digital Recorder Karate
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Orff Level 3
It had been a few years since taking an Orff Schulwerk teacher education course and I was excited and nervous to finish my levels. I chose to take level 3at the University of Kentucky not only because it was close to home, Cincinnati, but also because it was taught by some of my favorite Orff… Continue reading Orff Level 3
Raining All Day Long
There has been so much rain recently. I know it's spring but I don't think the flowers, grass and trees need this much to drink! Oh Rain please go away! Rain, rain go away. This classic children's song can be used for so many things. From So/Mi to recorder playing, to whatever your imagination thinks… Continue reading Raining All Day Long
March Madness
For those basketball fans out there it is almost the best time of the year...MARCH MADNESS!!! My husband and I are big Duke fans and we love watching the tournament together. Last year I created musical versions of the March Madness tournament to use with my students. 4th graders are going to be doing the… Continue reading March Madness
Mallets, Music, Movement and More 