Alfred Music Blog

Maintaining Your Vocal Health in the Classroom

Maintaining Your Vocal Health in the Classroom

January 18, 2018| Karen Farnum Surmani
6 Ways for Teachers to Stay Motivated this School Year

6 Ways for Teachers to Stay Motivated this School Year

January 16, 2018| Andy Beck
How Do You Teach the 2014 National Music Standards in the Current Education Climate?

How Do You Teach the 2014 National Music Standards in the Current Education Climate?

January 16, 2018| Denese Odegaard
Cultivating Musical Talent Through Deliberate Practice

Cultivating Musical Talent Through Deliberate Practice

January 12, 2018| Toni Hosman
Finding TI:ME for Classroom Technology

Finding TI:ME for Classroom Technology

January 11, 2018| Ryan Sargent
5 Keys to Starting Lessons Successfully with a New Student

5 Keys to Starting Lessons Successfully with a New Student

January 11, 2018| Dave Isaacs
Ideas for Building Community Support Through Holiday Performances

Ideas for Building Community Support Through Holiday Performances

January 10, 2018| Anna Wentlent
Songs of Inspiration, Perseverance, and Hope

Songs of Inspiration, Perseverance, and Hope

January 10, 2018| alfred.com
Using Interactive Whiteboard Technology to Increase Engagement in the Classroom

Using Interactive Whiteboard Technology to Increase Engagement in the Classroom

January 10, 2018| Toni Hosman
Making Music with Your Youngest Singers: 3 Things to Keep in Mind

Making Music with Your Youngest Singers: 3 Things to Keep in Mind

January 9, 2018| Sandra Thornton
Wearing Multiple Hats: One Teacher, Several Ensembles [Interview]

Wearing Multiple Hats: One Teacher, Several Ensembles [Interview]

January 9, 2018| J.J. Wilder
5 Ways to Introduce Students to the Stylistic Nuances of Jazz

5 Ways to Introduce Students to the Stylistic Nuances of Jazz

January 8, 2018| Vince Gassi
How to Make Piano Practice More Social for Students

How to Make Piano Practice More Social for Students

January 8, 2018| alfred.com
Composition Tips with Wynn-Anne Rossi

Composition Tips with Wynn-Anne Rossi

January 5, 2018| Wynn-Anne Rossi
Do Your Students Get Performance Anxiety? Try This Technique.

Do Your Students Get Performance Anxiety? Try This Technique.

January 4, 2018| Toni Hosman
Activities to Help Piano Students Learn to Sight-Read Successfully

Activities to Help Piano Students Learn to Sight-Read Successfully

January 4, 2018| Victoria McArthur
Choral Warm-Ups: 7 Essential Elements of Any Rehearsal

Choral Warm-Ups: 7 Essential Elements of Any Rehearsal

January 4, 2018| alfred.com
5 Qualities of an Outstanding Piano Teacher

5 Qualities of an Outstanding Piano Teacher

January 4, 2018| Heidi Smith
Music Crossword Puzzle Activity

Music Crossword Puzzle Activity

January 3, 2018| alfred.com
Empowering Students to Explore Texts Through Group and Self Reflection

Empowering Students to Explore Texts Through Group and Self Reflection

January 3, 2018| Marla Butke
New Year's Resolutions for Music Teachers

New Year's Resolutions for Music Teachers

December 27, 2017| Chris M. Bernotas
Getting to Know the Great Jazz Legends

Getting to Know the Great Jazz Legends

December 21, 2017| alfred.com
Tips for Preparing Your Ensemble for Festivals and Competitions

Tips for Preparing Your Ensemble for Festivals and Competitions

December 21, 2017| Russell Robinson
The Value of Including Your Students in Concert Repertoire Selection

The Value of Including Your Students in Concert Repertoire Selection

December 21, 2017| Jan Farrar-Royce
10 Ideas for Creating Themes Around Your Piano Recitals

10 Ideas for Creating Themes Around Your Piano Recitals

December 21, 2017| Bernadine Johnson
Choosing Choral Repertoire: 6 Ingredients for a Well-Balanced Program

Choosing Choral Repertoire: 6 Ingredients for a Well-Balanced Program

December 21, 2017| Krista Hart
Thanksgiving Coloring Activity for Music Students

Thanksgiving Coloring Activity for Music Students

December 20, 2017| Alfred Music Official
Using Repertoire to Create Positive Ensemble Experiences for Students

Using Repertoire to Create Positive Ensemble Experiences for Students

December 20, 2017| David Pope
Ideas to Develop Shifting with String Students

Ideas to Develop Shifting with String Students

December 20, 2017| Bob Phillips
Choosing Piano Repertoire for Your Students

Choosing Piano Repertoire for Your Students

December 20, 2017| Jane Magrath
Choosing the Right Beginning Piano Method for Your Students

Choosing the Right Beginning Piano Method for Your Students

December 20, 2017| alfred.com
Listening vs. Hearing: Developing Your Students’ Ensemble Skills

Listening vs. Hearing: Developing Your Students’ Ensemble Skills

December 20, 2017| Chris M. Bernotas
5 Steps to Improving Intonation in Your String Orchestra

5 Steps to Improving Intonation in Your String Orchestra

December 20, 2017| Kirk D. Moss, Ph.D.
Audiation: The Foundation of Music Learning Theory

Audiation: The Foundation of Music Learning Theory

December 20, 2017| Amy Chaplin
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