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Smartie Chords

April 28, 2023 ~ Danielle ~ Leave a comment

Ah - yes - chords. How do you teach these without it being dry and "chalk and talk" or just teaching the classic old I, IV, V pop songs? I love starting by getting students making their own chords! Throw in chocolate and you have a hit of an activity. This task will get students … Continue reading Smartie Chords

iPads in the Music Room – More than Garageband

April 18, 2023April 3, 2023 ~ Danielle ~ Leave a comment

iPads in the Music classroom offer a wide scope to enhance learning and increase engagement beyond Garageband. Don't get me wrong - I love Garageband as much as the next Music teacher. How often do you use student iPads in your class? Do you battle with students to get them 'off' their device and focussed … Continue reading iPads in the Music Room – More than Garageband

Note Value Pizza

April 15, 2023April 4, 2023 ~ Danielle ~ Leave a comment

Who doesn't love a good pizza? Who finds it hard to get across the concepts of note values and how they all fit together to learners? Who needs a fun, hands-on, visual activity that everyone will love? Have I got something for you! Simply print the sheets below (I print as A3). Get the students … Continue reading Note Value Pizza

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