That Music Podcast: A Podcast for Elementary Music Teachers

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 the strategies to make your lessons come alive through storytelling. He shares practical insights and tips to seamlessly weave stories into your teaching, keeping your students engaged and your classroom management a breeze.

If you haven't already, check out Episode 47 for Bryson's insights on seamless transitions!

Episode Chapters:

• 1:25 Why Story Is Important
• 2:45 How To Apply Story To Your Transitions
• 8:40 Takeaways 

Links and Resources: 

• Elementary Newbie Guide
• Disabilities Guide
• Steady Beat Survival Guide
• Join That Music Teacher Community

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 students engaged and your classroom humming with creativity. Don't miss this episode, as it promises to be a game-changer for elementary music teachers!

Episode Chapters:

• 1:33 Reason 1

• 6:00 Reason 2
• 8:53 Reason 3
• 10:58 Reason 4

Links and Resources: 

• Elementary Newbie Guide
• Disabilities Guide
• Steady Beat Survival Guide
• Join That Music Teacher Community

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. They discuss the role of prayer and religious integration in music lessons, the importance of cultural diversity in the classroom, and how Sarah incorporates different cultures into her teaching. It's an enlightening conversation that highlights the transformative power of music education in a Catholic school context.

Episode Chapters:

• 3:57 Faith & Music Education

• 7:50 Challenges
• 11:57 Opportunities
• 14:13 Student Impact
• 15:53 Takeaways

Links and Resources: 

• Elementary Newbie Guide
• Disabilities Guide
• Steady Beat Survival Guide

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 professionally, and set goals for the future. Plus, Bryson has some awesome ideas for wrapping up the curriculum and prepping your students for the next grade. Trust us, you don't want to miss out on these tips! Tune in now to make the most of the end of the year with your students.

Episode Chapters:

• 1:27 Tip 1

• 2:37 Tip 2

• 3:19 Tip 3
• 4:39 Tip 4
• 5:51 Tip 5
• 8:20 Bonus Tip
• 10:10 Final Thoughts

Links and Resources: 

• Elementary Newbie Guide
• Disabilities Guide
• Steady Beat Survival Guide
• That Music Teacher Masterclass

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 this approach and hear about some challenges that teachers may face when trying to implement it. Don't miss out on this informative and important discussion!

Courtney Gazda is the Manager of Learning Programs with The Cleveland Orchestra. She develops and facilitates impactful music education programming for children ages PreK-12 in the Cleveland Metropolitan School District. She also creates and presents meaningful educator training for Early Childhood Teachers and specializes in a Trauma-Informed lens, being mindful of the impact trauma has on a child’s development and utilizing necessary social-emotional learning and self-regulation practices in music education.

An award-winning Music Educator, Ms. Gazda also maintains her State of Ohio Music Teaching License and was previously a classroom music educator in Northeast Ohio. She holds a Master of Arts Administration degree from the University of Akron and a Bachelor of Music Education degree from the University of Mount Union, in addition to having training in Kodaly methodology and Trauma-Informed Teaching. She also serves on the League of American Orchestra’s Education and Community Engagement Leadership Committee.

Episode Chapters:

• 3:40 Background & Benefits

•  14:30 Implementation

• 21:30 Challenges & Obstacles 

Links and Resources: 

• Elementary Newbie Guide
• Disabilities Guide
• Steady Beat Survival Guide
• That Music Teacher Masterclass

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 online music education community.

Bryson gets a little mushy as he expresses his gratitude for everyone who's helped him along the way and the joy he feels knowing that his work is making a positive impact on so many students and teachers. So sit back, relax, and get ready for a heartfelt thank-you from Bryson on this extra special episode of That Music Podcast!

Links and Resources: 

• Elementary Newbie Guide
• Disabilities Guide
• Steady Beat Survival Guide
• That Music Teacher Masterclass

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.

Plus, get a sneak peek into the upcoming masterclass where Melissa will take a deeper dive into the topics discussed in this episode. This fun and informative episode is a must-listen for all music teachers looking to finish the year strong and keep the music playing!

Episode Chapters:

• 3:08 Background

•  4:03 Masterclass

•  5:33 Conceptual Learning

•  6:55 Tips & Tricks

•  11:45 Sneak Peek

•  13:10 Assessment

•  15:23 Strategies & Tools 

•  21:17 Keep The Joy

•  23:11 Tips For Right Now 

•  25:30 Takeaways

Links and Resources: 

• Elementary Newbie Guide
• Disabilities Guide
• Steady Beat Survival Guide
• That Music Teacher Masterclass

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 is packed with tips and tricks on how to create effective classroom zones, don't miss out on this must-listen episode!

Episode Chapters:

• 2:13 Bryson's Zones
• 5:19 Get Moving
• 5:55 Assigned Seating
• 6:49 Small Classrooms
• 7:50 Benefits

Links and Resources: 

• Elementary Newbie Guide
• Disabilities Guide
• Steady Beat Survival Guide
• That Music Teacher Masterclass

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 Important
• 2:04 How It's Done
• 3:12 Forming Connection
• 5:08 Performances
• 6:36 Difficult Conversations 

Links and Resources: 

• Elementary Newbie Guide
• Disabilities Guide
• Steady Beat Survival Guide
• That Music Teacher Masterclass

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 Framework
• 20:40 Implementation
• 30:29 Advice

Links and Resources: 

• Connect with Grace
• The Ultimate Boundaries Playbook for Teachers by Grace Stevens
• Elementary Newbie Guide
• Disabilities Guide
• Steady Beat Survival Guide
• That Music Teacher Masterclass