That Music Podcast: A Podcast for Elementary Music Teachers

Send us Fan Mail Get ready to dive into another exciting episode of That Music Podcast. This week, we're delving into the magic of using storytelling to enhance transitions in your music lessons.  Stories have a unique power to captivate, engage, and cement memories, making them a fantastic tool for educators. Whether you're teaching kindergarteners or sixth graders, Bryson's got th...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready for an enlightening episode of That Music Podcast with Bryson Tarbet. In this episode, we're diving into the critical topic of maintaining control in your classroom. Discover four common challenges that might be derailing your lessons and gain valuable insights on how to get back on track. Bryson's engaging anecdotes and practical tips will help you keep your s...

Send us Fan Mail In this fun and engaging episode of That Music Podcast, host Bryson Tarbet welcomes special guest Sarah Oliver, a music teacher in a Catholic school setting. They explore the unique challenges and opportunities of teaching music in a faith-based environment. Sarah shares her personal journey of how she found her calling as a music teacher and discovered her faith along the way. Th...

Send us Fan Mail This week on That Music Podcast, Bryson is sharing some tips to help you keep your students engaged during those crazy last weeks of the school year. We all know how things can get a little out of hand as the weather warms up, but don't worry, Bryson's got your back! He's here to remind you to take some time to reflect on your year, both personally and professionall...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on this episode of That Music Podcast as we discuss trauma-informed music education with guest Courtney Gazda. We'll learn about the basics of trauma and trauma-informed education, how music can help students who have experienced trauma, and specific strategies for implementing trauma-informed music education in the classroom. We'll also explore the benefits of t...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready for a super special episode of That Music Podcast! Bryson is here to celebrate the 5-year anniversary of his passion project and to thank all the amazing music teachers from around the world who've supported him along the way. He talks about the ups and downs of the journey, including the challenges of COVID, and how it's all led to the growth of an amazing onl...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready to rock and roll with Bryson and guest Melissa Stouffer in this episode, as they share their tips and tricks for music teachers to end the year on a high note and keep the joy of music alive in the classroom. From conceptual learning and strategies to keep students engaged, to valuable strategies and tools to make assessments a breeze, Bryson and Melissa cover it all. Pl...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of That Music Podcast, host Bryson Tarbet shares how implementing classroom zones can increase classroom management success. He explains the concept of classroom zones and how using them in his own classroom has helped his students stay engaged and focused during class. Bryson also shares some fun activities that he does with his students in each zone. This episode...

Send us Fan Mail This episode of That Music Podcast discusses the significance of establishing clear communication with parents for elementary music teachers. Bryson shares insights on how to establish open lines of communication, the benefits of positive and proactive communication, and also provides some of the tools he uses to connect with parents. Episode Chapters: 1:45  Why It's Importan...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a conversation with Grace Stevens on creating a happier classroom for you and your students. We'll discuss the benefits of positive classroom culture, how to avoid and break free from toxic positivity, and specific strategies you can use to cultivate happiness and well-being in your classroom. Episode Chapters: 1:34 Introduction 10:39 Toxic Positivity 12:57 ECHO F...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore a topic often overlooked in elementary music education: differentiation. It's easy to assume that differentiation is mainly for students with IEPs. However,  differentiation can benefit all students in the music classroom. Episode Chapters: 2:46 What is Differentiation?  4:28 Strategies   7:45  Assessments   10:47  A Deeper Look Links and Resources...

Send us Fan Mail On this special episode of That Music Podcast, I reflect on the lessons I've learned over the course of the last 100 episodes. Join me for an inspirational chat on growth, learning, and reflection. Links and Resources:  Elementary Newbie Guide Disabilities Guide Steady Beat Survival Guide That Music Teacher Masterclass Grab your free ticket to the Elementary Music Summit®: Ja...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we welcome special guest Jessica Grant to share her expertise on increasing engagement for middle school students. We'll explore practical tips and strategies for making music class more fun and interactive, while also promoting learning and growth. Jessica Grant is a middle school general music educator in Dallas, Texas.  Each week you can tune into the How...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I  dive into the world of recorders in the elementary music classroom. If you feel like recorders are just instruments of torture, you won't want to miss this episode. Links and Resources:  Elementary Newbie Guide Disabilities Guide Steady Beat Survival Guide Grab your free ticket to the Elementary Music Summit®: January Refresh -> www.thatmusicteacher.com...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm joined by the fabulous Becca Davis, and we're diving deep into the topic of engaging upper elementary students in your music class. Episode Chapters: 2:24  Introduction 6:10  Challenges and Strategies 18:35  Resources and Takeaways Links and Resources:  Elementary Newbie Guide Disabilities Guide Steady Beat Survival Guide That Music Teacher Mastercla...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of That Music Podcast, we're talking about the dreaded task of creating substitute teacher plans. I know it can be a daunting and time-consuming task. But fear not! I'm sharing some of my favorite tips and tricks for simplifying your sub plans and making your life as an elementary music teacher just a little bit easier. Episode Chapters: 1:48 What Works F...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of That Music Podcast, I share  my heart-warming reflections from the 2023 OMEA conference with you. I was surrounded by so many amazing music teachers and the experience was truly amazing. I also dig into the importance of being surrounded by other music teachers and how it can bring a new level of inspiration and growth to your teaching. My heart is still overflo...

Send us Fan Mail Adrian Gordon is an internationally performed composer and seasoned music educator and currently serves as the director of orchestras at Providence Day School in Charlotte, NC. In addition to teaching, Adrian is the founder of Leap Year Music Publishing, which publishes string music for elementary, middle, and high school ensembles. His compositions appear on the Florida, Texas, M...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share my favorite part of General Music Jumpstart. Links and Resources:   General Music Jumpstart Download the free Elementary Newbie Guide Download the free Disabilities Guide Download the free Steady Beat Survival Guide Grab your free ticket to the Elementary Music Summit®: January Refresh -> www.thatmusicteacher.com/summit Have questions or want to share f...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of That Music Podcast, I discuss the five pillars of general music success. I truly believe that by increasing our understanding and our ability to perform each of these five pillars, we are able to create more success in our classrooms in so many different ways. Links and Resources:   General Music Jumpstart Download the free Elementary Newbie Guide Download the f...

Send us Fan Mail Today on the podcast I talk about how investing time in creating a robust song collection NOW can save you HOURS each week for the rest of your career (literally)! Links and Resources:   Join the free Repertoire Detective Challenge Download the free Elementary Newbie Guide Download the free Disabilities Guide Download the free Steady Beat Survival Guide Grab your free ticket to th...

Send us Fan Mail This episode of That Music Podcast is very near and dear to my heart as I sat down with Laurie Peterson to dive into ADHD, how it can affect students, learners, adults, and some strategies we can use in our classrooms. Laurie Peterson is the Founder and Executive Director of Diagnostic Learning Services and eDiagnostic Learning. Laurie attended the University of Arkansas and recei...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of That Music Podcast, Tina Arenas and I dive into what having a play based curriculum really looks like in the music classroom. Tina Arenas (she/her) teaches early childhood music and movement at the American School of Dubai. Prior to teaching abroad, she taught K-5 general music in public schools in Texas and served on the board of national and state music ed org...

Send us Fan Mail Theresa Hoover is a music educator, speaker, and writer. She is an advocate for student voice in the music room and works to empower students throughout their musical experiences and help teachers transform their classrooms to become student-centered learning environments. Theresa has taught instrumental, general, and vocal music in a variety of settings, most recently teaching mi...

Send us Fan Mail This week's episode of That Music Podcast is an actionable reflection on my past performance where I had my 3rd graders do a folk dance night for their families in place of their traditional performance.   Links and Resources:   Download the free Elementary Newbie Guide Grab your free ticket to the Elementary Music Summit®: January Refresh -> www.thatmusicteacher.com/summi...