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 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
This post was first published on July 31, 2018. I share this with you again in 2023 with a post-script. I am a creative person. This is both an amazing gift and also poses many challenges. One of which is I am highly sensitive. It wasn't until recently, while reading "Wired to Create" that I … Continue reading Tears
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