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Engage Students with an Innovative Music Curriculum: An Interview with Elementary Music Specialist Erin Elliott
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In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, Jeanette sits down with the amazing elementary music teacher Erin Elliott to discuss the critical role of creativity and joy in music education. Erin and Jeanette chat about how important it is to lay a solid musical foundation while making the learning process fun and engaging for young students. They share practical strategies on the best way to strike a balance between work and family life, and offer insightful tips to prevent burnout among music teachers. They also shed some light on why it’s necessary to rethink traditional music education methods to prioritize joy and creativity in the classroom.
Erin and Jeanette explore new and creative ways to incorporate improvisation, composition, and storytelling into an innovative music curriculum, aiming to create a joyful learning environment. They highlight the significance of meeting the diverse needs of all students and fostering a love for music that extends beyond the classroom. Tune in to this enlightening episode to discover how you can transform your teaching approach and spark a lifelong passion for music in your students.
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