Mrs. Miracle's Music Room

In this podcast episode, Aileen talks with Karla Cherwinski about how to get most out of music education conferences. Aileen and Karla discuss strategies for choosing the right sessions, how to make sure you implement the great ideas you've learned, and their all-time favorite sessions. They also discuss the upcoming 2019 OAKE Conference in Columbus, Ohio.

In this podcast episode, Aileen interviews Matthew Parker about best practices for children's choir, including how to choose music, favorite warm-ups and octavos, and more!

In this podcast episode, Aileen talks with Emily Karst about rejuvenating and reflecting during winter break. Aileen and Emily discuss their favorite reads, teaching tips, how to reflect on the year, how to connect with your students and family, and more!

In this episode, Aileen discusses her favorite ways to celebrate Christmas and other winter holidays in the music room, from mixers to picture books and more!

In this podcast episode, Aileen and Katie discuss learning styles in the music room, physical, visual, and aural strategies for practicing rhythm and melody, and other modalities of teaching.

In this podcast episode, Aileen discusses her process for giving students input for a musical program and helping them to create aspects of the performance.

In this episode, Aileen interviews Emily Anderson Karst about STEAM, or STEM, in the music room. Benefits of STEAM education are discussed, as well as sample activities, ideas for coding, and more!

In this episode, Aileen discusses strategies for classroom management in the music room, from staying calm to giving students choice. Anecdotal stories will be shared, as well as specific strategies to try in your music lessons.

In this episode, Aileen and Katie talk to Jacob Zax, CEO of Edify, about the music apps Musiquest and Sketch a Song. Ideas for classroom use and lesson creation will be shared.

In this episode, Katie and I talk about ten ways we prepared for the school year this summer, from practicing ukulele, to reading educational texts, to organizing with a wonderful productivity tool!

In this episode, Aileen gives three ideas for developing professionally this summer, from specific podcast episodes to her free 5-day challenge!

In this episode, Aileen and Katie discuss a typical day as a music teacher, from schedule specifics, to lesson ideas for each grade level, to working with small groups and centers. Visit www.mrsmiraclesmusicroom.com for more music education ideas.

In this episode, Aileen and Katie present several songs for low la, as well as thoughts about when in the sequence to teach low la, how to transfer students' knowledge, and more! Check out www.mrsmiraclesmusicroom.com for more music education tips.

In this episode, Aileen talks with Amy Abbott about the 2018 OAKE Conference in Oklahoma City. Aileen and Amy discuss sessions they attended, sessions they presented, ideas they are excited to try out, and what to expect from a national conference.

In this episode, Aileen discusses ways to prepare for the end of the school year in the music room, from planning your curriculum to planning for next year's classroom theme.

In this episode, Aileen and Katie will dive into interview preparation and strategies for the music teacher. They will discuss sample interview questions, things to consider, what to bring, and more!

In this episode, Aileen and Katie talk about curriculum accountability: how to get started, how to be accountable, why be accountable, and how to keep track of curriculum. The show notes include links to free documents; check it out at www.mrsmiraclesmusicroom.com.

In this episode, we'll explore traveling as a music teacher: the struggles, the successes, and suggestions!

In this episode, we'll explore planning for next year's musical programs, including scheduling, creating, checklists, and more!

In this episode, we'll explore the power of professional development, and how conferences--and specifically, music education conferences-- can offer content, networking opportunities, a-ha moments, and more!