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Podcast: How music teachers can avoid professional burnout

As a music teacher, you’re giving so much of yourself all the time. Working with students and parents and schedules and billing can be stressful and uncomfortable even at the best of times. But on top of that, a music teacher is working to promote expression and artistic creation and self-discovery. It can be exhausting! Join Mage Lockwood as she shares her tips for setting boundaries and self care.

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Mage Lockwood Dec 17, 2021 Inspiration
Establishing A Foundation of Music in the Very Young

Emilie Lundberg is the founder of Music Adventure Box, a subscription service that provides parents with the tools they need to introduce a musical foundation to their preschool and kindergarten children. She is truly an expert in how to introduce children to music in a way that strengthens the bonds of trust and joy between parent and child. Join us as we learn about the creative ways she is introducing young children to the lifelong benefits of music.

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Emilie Lundberg Oct 13, 2021 Inspiration
How Can Music Skills Build A Child’s Self-Confidence?

Parents want nothing but the best for their children, but in order for them to achieve anything they want, they need to have self-confidence. This is why for parents who want their kids to succeed, the best gift they can give is to boost their confidence. Learn why music is one of the best ways to give a child confidence.

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Darren Perkins Nov 6, 2018 Inspiration
Quotes for Music Teachers: 5 Categories

Here are 35 quotes in 5 categories to chew on, memorize, or frame for your music studio. Or if you’re like me, plaster them all over the house on sticky notes.

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Robin Steinweg Sep 22, 2018 Inspiration
Making a Medley of Melodies

gs. I can’t pick!” Yep, I have students who simply cannot choose only one favorite for their recital. When this happens, I might show them ways to make a medley. Here’s how to do it.

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Robin Steinweg Nov 28, 2016 Inspiration