A professor from the University of Texas at Austin, provides a free summer program at public libraries around the city to introduce K-5 students to all aspects of opera — singing, the story, set designs, orchestra, choreography and more. The post Bringing Opera to Austin Children appeared first on Yamaha Music.| Yamaha Music
Taking a people-first approach has helped an Arkansas music educator help her students and herself deal with mental health and self-care. The post Healing from Grief with Music appeared first on Yamaha Music.| Yamaha Music
In your group piano class, use the various “voices” of a keyboard to create an orchestra of different effects and instruments.| Yamaha Music
Expanding music horizons and empowering students are keys to an Arizona arts academy and its music technology program. The post STEAM-Powered Music Technology appeared first on Yamaha Music.| Yamaha Music
The University of Georgia announced the 2025 Class of 40 Under 40. The program recognizes notable alumni under the age of 40. The post Meet UGA’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2025 appeared first on UGA Alumni.| UGA Alumni
Help students become more aware of their thinking process as they assess their performance to become independent musicians. The post Metacognition in the Music Classroom appeared first on Yamaha Music.| Yamaha Music
A music educator and composer has found a way for students with broken or injured arms continue to learn to play the piano. The post One Arm Will Do on the Piano appeared first on Yamaha Music.| Yamaha Music
Three keys to teaching ensemble guitar in a classroom setting to students at different skill levels. The post Guitar as a Solo and Ensemble Instrument appeared first on Yamaha Music.| Yamaha Music
A Tennessee high school music educator designed a curriculum for students with no musical experience, and by the end of the school year, they are reading music, playing instruments and performing. The post General Music for Non-Musicians appeared first on Yamaha Music.| Yamaha Music
What began as a reluctant step into TikTok quickly became a transformative journey that elevated my school music program, empowered my students and redefined how I advocate for music education. The post Go Viral With Purpose: Responsible Social Media Usage appeared first on Yamaha Music.| Yamaha Music
Two Virginia orchestra directors joined forces to help all caregiver music directors on extended leave. The post Balancing Motherhood and Teaching appeared first on Yamaha Music.| Yamaha Music
By broadening the scope of musicianship, teachers can introduce and engage more students to pursue all aspects of music-making. The post Expansive Music Education appeared first on Yamaha Music.| Yamaha Music
To successfully launch a summer camp, you must start planning at least a year in advance. The post How to Start a Summer Music Camp appeared first on Yamaha Music.| Yamaha Music
Through music technology, guitar and modern music theory courses, a Chicago music educator has bridged the gap to “the other 80%,” students who typically do not participate in traditional music programs. The post Reach Nontraditional Students appeared first on Yamaha Music.| Yamaha Music
Musicians of all ages from around the Lee County, Alabama, come together to perform together as the Smiths Station Community Band. The post A Band for the Community appeared first on Yamaha Music.| Yamaha Music
You can influence and recruit your students to pursue a career in teaching music. Focus on these six key areas to foster student development in music education. The post Proactively Address Teacher Shortage appeared first on Yamaha Music.| Yamaha Music
A response to a lack of performance opportunities after the pandemic turned into an extraordinary way to help middle schoolers transition to high school band and provide leadership opportunities for high school students. The post Starting a Middle School Indoor Drumline appeared first on Yamaha Music.| Yamaha Music
Incorporate these strategies to support learning and participation by Spanish-speaking English language learners. The post Support English Learners in Music Classrooms appeared first on Yamaha Music.| Yamaha Music
Take preservice teachers on guided observations so they can see firsthand some key areas that make music educators successful. The post How to Recognize Good Teaching appeared first on Yamaha Music.| Yamaha Music
Back to 40 Under 40 Leah Motl Orchestra Teacher IJ Holton Intermediate School Austin, Minnesota The orchestra program at IJ Holton Intermediate School in Austin, Minnesota, has grown in numbers and, more importantly, in students’ passion for music. That’s because Orchestra Teacher Leah Motl encourages and motivates her students in several ways. “Praise progress often,” […]| Yamaha Music
The 40 Under 40 Initiative Recognizes Significant Contributions to Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness, Outcomes SAN DIEGO, Calif. – The Citizen CPR Foundation is proud to unveil the 40 Under 40 Class of 2023 honorees ahead of the Cardiac Arrest Survival Summit, which takes place at the award-winning Town and Country Resort, Nov. 29–Dec. 2. CCPRF launched […]| Citizen CPR