최고 Music Teacher 팟캐스트 (2025)

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Survival Secrets - Five Tips for When You're Just Done 12:02

1d ago12:02

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Feeling like you're sprinting towards the edge of disaster with no way out...and you just might collapse before you get there? 😩 Let's talk about Survival Secrets for music teachers because you deserve to make it through the school year with a smile (and your sanity intact!). As an elementary music teacher, the pressure is ALWAYS ON – concerts, ass…

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MTCT #179: Summer Learning Plans 52:30

3d ago52:30

52:30

Tanya and Carrie discuss the importance of summer learning and their plans for professional development over the summer.저자 Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune

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HMT112 See You In June 0:55

10d ago0:55

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I'm going to take a few weeks off from the podcast to be with my family. I'll be back in June to catch up with you. My insight for you today? Work isn't life. Life is life. I love you and thank you for being here.저자 Beth Duhon

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History of piano method books 21:44

4d ago21:44

21:44

🎹 The Hidden Legacy of Piano Method Books In this episode, we dive into a topic that’s quietly shaped the way millions learn music — the history of piano method books. From C.P.E. Bach’s 18th-century instruction manual to John Thompson’s groundbreaking method in the 1930s, all the way to today’s modern, interactive approaches — we’re tracing the ev…

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May Mayhem...Meet the Outdoor Music Classroom 10:35

9d ago10:35

10:35

Feeling like your music room has turned into a bouncy house as the weather warms up? Are those end-of-year wiggles reaching critical mass? You're not alone in the May Mayhem! This week on The Happy Music Teacher, we've got a secret weapon to help you capture that energy and actually get some meaningful learning done – all while enjoying the sunshin…

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Ranking my pianos from best to worst 12:48

11d ago12:48

12:48

🎹 Ranking My 6 Digital Pianos: From Worst to Best Hey, I'm Nicola Canton—and yes, I have seven piano-type instruments in my house! In this episode, I’m ranking six of my digital pianos (excluding my beloved acoustic) from worst to best. From budget keyboards to high-end hybrids like the Kawai Novus series, I’ll share what I love, what drives me nut…

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Music Teacher Side Hustle Secrets 25:47

16d ago25:47

25:47

Have you ever dreamed of making extra money sharing your music skills online? Our guest, Evan Price from Artist Collective, helps music teachers like you do just that! Learn simple ways to turn what you know into income and maybe even travel while you teach. Evan talks about finding your special skill, connecting with students online, and feeling g…

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Don't Sweat the Concert - It's Gonna be Fine 13:09

16d ago13:09

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Are you feeling that familiar knot of anxiety tightening in your stomach as your concert approaches? You're pouring your heart into rehearsals, but all you hear are forgotten lyrics and excuses about why they can't be at the actual concert. Trust me, friend, you are SO not alone. We've all been there, staring into the abyss of a looming performance…

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HMT111 Surviving May as a Music Teacher 12:46

17d ago12:46

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Feeling almost burnout about the month of May as a music teacher? Here are tried and true tips to make May go more smoothly for you and your family. Let's start with buying an outfit for all the events that makes you feel amazing! Don't forget to purchase my book to read this summer. Links below! Happier Music Teacher Book on Amazon Buy Beth's E-Bo…

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Why your child won’t practice piano in 2025 13:19

18d ago13:19

13:19

Why Your Child Won’t Practice (and What You Can Do About It) — 2025 Edition This age-old question has a fresh twist in 2025. In this episode, we break down the classic — and surprising new — reasons kids resist practicing music. From overscheduling and poor instruments to screen time battles and misunderstood routines, we explore what’s really gett…

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MTCT #178: Continuation Songs 58:42

18d ago58:42

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MTCT #178: Continuation Songs by Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune저자 Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune

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The Sneaky Assumptions We Don’t Even Notice 12:34

21d ago12:34

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Have you ever heard this quote supposedly said about the invention of the telephone? “This thing is unnecessary, it’s intrusive, and frankly, we have better ways of communication!” Sounds ridiculous now, right? But at the time, it reflected a real hesitation—people assumed something new meant something bad. That it would replace connection, not enh…

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Exhausted Teacher Barely Holding it Together - Mindset Shifts to Make it To the End of the Year 10:47

23d ago10:47

10:47

Feeling like you're running on fumes with the end of the school year in sight? Are you an exhausted teacher just trying to make it to the final bell? You are definitely not alone! This week on The Happy Music Teacher, we're tackling that end-of-year burnout head-on. Discover 7 powerful and unexpected mindset shifts specifically for music educators …

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165 - Sam Reti on Starting Muzie.Live (Part 1) 39:52

23d ago39:52

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Today's episode is part one of a super interesting two-part conversation with Sam Reti, a music teacher and the visionary behind the popular online music lesson platform Muzie.Live. In this episode, Sam shares how a college class at Berkeley, countless Uber and Lyft rides, and a whole lot of Chipotle burritos helped launch his first business. And w…

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HMT110 Music Teacher Struggles-Overwhelm 16:34

24d ago16:34

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Being a music teacher can be overwhelming, especially at the end of the school year! We're going to get organized and stop multi-tasking to stop the overwhelm. Because there aren't actual sight-singing emergencies! Buy Beth's Book Buy Beth's Book as an E-Book저자 Beth Duhon

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Keeping student attention in a digital world (Hey, is that a squirrel???) 19:55

25d ago19:55

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Struggling with student focus? In this episode of Vivid Practice, Nicola Cantan dives into why kids’ attention spans really are shrinking—and what we as teachers can actually do about it. From screen-time hangovers to too-challenging repertoire, Nicola breaks down the real reasons your students might be zoning out and shares practical strategies to…

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HMT109 Music Teacher Struggles- Overstimulated 16:58

1M ago16:58

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Are you an introverted or neurodivergent music teacher? Or are you a neurotypical music teacher that just gets overstimulated by all the noise and activity in a general music classroom? There's nothing wrong with you! Elementary schools and music classrooms are very stimulating. Here are some tips, habits and strategies for you to protect your peac…

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MTCT #177: Outside Singing Games, Part 2 56:44

1M ago56:44

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MTCT #177: Outside Singing Games, Part 2 by Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune저자 Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune

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Piano sight-reading resources 21:53

1M ago21:53

21:53

Here's a short and optimized podcast description for you: "Want to boost your students' sight reading skills? In this episode, I share my favorite sight reading resources and why an intervallic approach is the key to success. We’ll explore books like Piano Safari Reading Cards, Paul Harris' Improve Your Sight Reading, and Piano Adventures Sight Rea…

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Testing Week Doesn't Have to Suck - Quick Strategies for Quiet Activities 15:16

1M ago15:16

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Testing week is here, and if your music room feels like a silent movie marathon with a side of stressed-out students, you're not alone. Their schedules are off, energy levels are low, and anything beyond the simplest task feels like climbing Mount Everest. But what if this challenging week didn't have to be a complete musical standstill? This week …

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164 - Andrea Miller on Business Insights from Tax Returns + Workshop Invite [REBROADCAST] 10:12

1M ago10:12

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This time of year I get a lot of financial questions from teachers. We’ve just gotten through the holiday spending spree, new year’s might have inspired some financial goal-setting, and then there’s the looming tax deadline in April, so there’s a lot to think about. Sometimes the questions I get are really specific to an individual, but lately a bu…

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HMT108 Music Teacher Struggles- Isolated and Lonely 17:29

1M ago17:29

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Many music teachers are frequently the only one in that subject matter on their campus leaving them feeling isolated and lonely, not to mention misunderstood! There is nothing wrong with you but there are some practical steps we can take to help you be happier at school. Beth's Book저자 Beth Duhon

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Motivating lesson “closers” 13:56

1M ago13:56

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How often do you find yourself rushing to finish a lesson on time? Let’s fix that! In today’s episode, I’m sharing creative ways to wrap up lessons with intention—whether it's through improvisation, reviewing practice plans, playing favorite pieces, or even dancing it out! These closing activities can leave students feeling accomplished, confident,…

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163 - Rebekah Trevelise on Starting a Multi-Teacher Studio from Home 47:40

1M ago47:40

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If you’ve ever thought about expanding from being a solo, independent teacher to hiring teachers and assumed your first step would be to rent a commercial space, think again. Today’s guest shares how the studio she started with a few students in her living room eventually grew to serve 200 students and took over her family’s entire home. A full tra…

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HMT107 Music Teacher Struggle- Overcommitted 12:10

1M ago12:10

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First in a series on Music Teacher Struggles. Too much on your plate as a music teacher? There's no quick fix but here are my thoughts and mindset shifts on how to handle overcommitment. Also, see you at TCDA in July!저자 Beth Duhon

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Stop TALKING about scales 11:40

2M ago11:40

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Tired of endless explanations? Let’s stop talking about scales and start playing them! In this episode, I’ll share how I transformed my teaching by focusing on action—introducing scales through improvisation, minimizing verbal instructions, and using backing tracks for accountability. Discover why letting students figure it out leads to deeper lear…

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MTCT #176: Managing Spring Fever Behavior 1:00:40

2M ago1:00:40

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Tanya and Carrie talk about strategies and lesson ideas that help when managing Spring Fever behavior challenges in the music room.저자 Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune

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Beyond the Bunny - 3 Spring Picture Books for Your Music Class 15:24

2M ago15:24

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Picture this: Your students are completely engaged, their imaginations sparked by familiar stories, and they're learning key musical concepts without even realizing it. You'll discover how to: Explore dynamics with the hilarious mud puddle "attacks" in Robert Munsch's classic. Bring vocabulary to life through creative movement inspired by Dianna Hu…

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Why intentional listening matters (and is making a difference) for today's post-covid generation. 9:16

2M ago9:16

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Guess what?! One of your most valuable teaching activities that is making a difference for today's post-covid generation … is INTENTIONAL LISTENING. Intentional listening enables children to sit, focus, and truly absorb what's being shared! Think about it- Right now, we're seeing a generation of children who have been through something no other gen…

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HMT106 9 Ways to Get Back on Track with Self-Care 11:55

2M ago11:55

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Have you completely fallen off the self-care wagon the first quarter of the calendar year? Me too! Here are 9 tips for both of us to start taking better care of ourselves when our efforts at healthy eating, exercise, hydration or sleep have failed lately. Beth's Book on F-Flat Beth's Book on Amazon저자 Beth Duhon

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My favourite part of my piano lessons 29:13

2M ago29:13

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"The Power of Buddy Lessons: Real Examples from My Studio" In this episode, I share my personal experience with buddy lessons—why I missed them when my schedule changed and how they bring a unique dynamic to piano teaching. I walk you through three real-life examples from my studio, from a young beginner pair to a group of teens, showing the creati…

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Conquer the Zombies by Gamifying Your Music Classroom 18:11

2M ago18:11

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If your students’ energy level is more ‘zombie shuffle’ than of ‘happy dance, I’ve got the cure! It’s time to bring them back to life by gamifying your music classroom! Games are a game-changer (pun intended) when it comes to increasing participation, improving retention, and boosting classroom management. In this action-packed episode, we’ll dive …

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HMT105 Plan Your Summer Professional Development 12:07

2M ago12:07

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We just finished spring break but now it is time to plan your summer PD. Whether you take Orff or Kodaly Levels or maybe World Music Drumming, here are all the practical considerations to make your summer professional development successful! Don't forget to register for TCDA and come to my session.저자 Beth Duhon

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3 Missing Ingredients in Piano Practice 12:58

2M ago12:58

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"Struggling to get yourself or others to practice piano? You're not alone! In this episode, we’re skipping the usual advice on time management and motivation—instead, we’re diving into three key missing ingredients that can transform practice sessions. From smart repetition to 'desirable difficulties' and the power of performance pressure, these st…

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MTCT #175: 2025 OAKE Conference Reflection 1:02:16

2M ago1:02:16

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Carrie and Tanya talk about their takeaways and favorite moments from the 2025 Organization of American Kodály Educators (OAKE) national conference that was held in Chicago in March, 2025.저자 Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune

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Drowning in Sticky Notes? Get Your Music Teacher Life Organized 31:02

2M ago31:02

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Are you drowning in planners, sticky notes, and to-do lists that never get used? You are NOT alone! We music teachers are BUSY, and staying organized feels like an impossible dream. But don’t worry—I’ve been there, done that, and found a system that actually WORKS. And today, I’m spilling all my secrets! Let’s be real—if you’re not organized, you’r…

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HMT104 Surviving Your Higher Ed Degree or National Board Certification While Teaching 15:32

2M ago15:32

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Whether you are pursuing a master's degree or National Board Certification while teaching, it is a challenging season. Here is the actual advice that I gave to a friend that turned into a podcast episode! You can still have work life balance while you are working on a higher education degree or the gold standard in teacher education. Especially whe…

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Method book DISloyalty 13:52

2M ago13:52

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"Are you a 'one-method-book' teacher? In this episode, I dive into the idea of method book loyalty—why some teachers stick to just one, why that doesn't sit right with me, and how it might limit both teachers and students. It's not about judgment, just an open conversation about flexibility, creativity, and lifelong learning. Let’s explore the bala…

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Your New Teacher BFFs Await—How to Build Stronger School Connections 42:36

2M ago42:36

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Ever feel like the only teacher in the building who isn’t in the loop? Connecting with colleagues and feeling respected as part of your school team can be a challenge—but it doesn’t have to be! In this episode, I chat with Kurtis Hewson about how music teachers can play a key role in collaborative response teams and build stronger connections with …

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311- A Few of My Favorite Manipulatives 10:35

2M ago10:35

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There are so many manipulatives you can use in the music room. In this episode, I share a few of my favorites. What does it mean to practice the art of the pause? In this episode, I dive into that and explain how you can apply this to your own life. Sign up for the ⁠Curriculum Design Workshop⁠ Grab your free⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Simplifying Lesson Planning guide.⁠⁠…

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HMT103 Teacher Tips for Spring Break 13:15

2M ago13:15

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You've earned one of the best part of being a teacher: Spring Break! Now, let's make it the right type of self-care for you by being intentional. It might be travel, a Netflix binge or spring cleaning. Listen in at the start of break to make this one of the best yet! Also, my F-Flat Books instagram takeover and upcoming TCDA presentation! Buy the H…

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Teen transfer piano students - too cool for keys? 20:17

2M ago20:17

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"Teaching Teen Piano Transfer Students: Strategies for Success" Hey there, beautiful teachers! Today, we're diving into the world of teenage piano students who transfer from another teacher. How do we assess their skills, build trust, and keep them engaged—especially if motivation is questionable? I'll share key strategies, from essential first mee…

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MTCT #174: Post Performance Ponderings 1:01:57

3M ago1:01:57

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Carrie and Tanya talk about recent grade-level performances they've led at their schools.저자 Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune

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Spring Books for the Music Classroom 26:29

3M ago26:29

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Students bouncing off the walls? 🌸☀️ Keeping them engaged this time of year can feel like a losing battle, but don’t worry—I’ve got your back! In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, we’re diving into the best spring books to bring into your music classroom. These books aren’t just cute—they’ll have your students singing, moving, and actually p…

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162 - Business Travel and Conference Deductions for Music Teachers with Charles Harris, CPA 15:55

3M ago15:55

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With the MTNA conference right around the corner, we got Charles Harris, CPA back on the podcast to discuss tax deductions for business travel and attending conferences. We talk about common expenses associated with business travel, which ones are deductible and which ones aren’t. We answer questions like: Are meals 100% deductible when I’m traveli…

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310- Tips and Tricks for Bucket Drumming 11:25

3M ago11:25

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Have you wanted to implement bucket drumming in your classroom, but you're not quite sure how to begin? In this quick tip episode, I let you know some ideas that have worked great for me. What does it mean to practice the art of the pause? In this episode, I dive into that and explain how you can apply this to your own life. Sign up for the ⁠Curric…

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