The Happy Music Teacher

Kick off 2026 with a plan to reduce stress! This special compilation features expert tips on how to make music teaching easier. Leaders in music education share advice on professional development, self-care boundaries, embracing imperfection, and focusing on the fun to combat burnout and keep your lessons fresh all year long.💠 Website:👉 https://thehappymusicteacher.com/💠 TikTok:👉   / thehappymusicteacher  💠 Instagram:👉   / thehappymusicteacher  💠 The Music Teacher Group👉   / themusicteachergroup  💠 FREE Music Curriculum Guide:👉 https://thehappymusicteacher.com/free#TheHappyMusicTeacher #music #podcast #duet #teacher #development #professional #experience #jeanette...

Elementary music teachers face immense demands. Dr. Julie Schmidt Hasson, a resilience trainer and researcher, shares the powerful, practical strategies—like Zyzo and Catch-Check-Change—that help high-impact teachers prioritize their well-being. Learn how to set and hold effective boundaries, overcome the "perfectionist monster," and focus on preventing teacher burnout so you can thrive in your classroom.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What We Talked AboutContact Julie through her websitehttps://teacherrecharge.com@julieshasson (on Insta and Twitter)Julie Schmidt Hasson on YouTube-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------💠 Website:👉 https://thehappymusicteacher.com/💠 TikTok:👉   / thehappymusicteacher  💠 Instagram:👉   / thehappymusicteacher  💠 The Music Teacher Group👉   / themusicteachergroup  💠 FREE Music Teacher Resources👉 https://thehappymusicteacher.com/free#TheHappyMusicTeacher #music #podcast #duet #teacher #development #professionala...

Music specialist and Orff levels presenter Brielle D'Souza shares her methods for teaching the whole child. She breaks down the "why" and "how" behind her popular play-along videos, explaining how they are designed to create truly inclusive music activities that allow for easy differentiation, save teacher prep time, and keep every student engaged.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------What We Talked About:Brielle's YouTube Channel💠 Website:👉 https://thehappymusicteacher.com/💠 TikTok:👉   / thehappymusicteacher  💠 Instagram:👉   / thehappymusicteacher  💠 The Music Teacher Group👉   / themusicteachergroup  💠 FREE Music Curriculum Guide:👉 https://thehappymusicteacher.com/free💠 Free Storybook Lesson Plans:👉 https://thehappymusicteacher.com/free#TheHappyMusicTeacher #music #podcast #duet #teacher...

Tired of piecing together lessons in December? This episode is your December Music Activities Survival Kit! We introduce three essential lesson bundles designed to solve every holiday teaching challenge, from managing high energy with Nutcracker movement to creating calm, focused instrument technique using a storybook (Bear Stays Up for Christmas). Get your ready-to-use plan for movement, rhythm, and calm today.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------What We Talked About:Link to the December Lesson Plan Bundle (It's 50% Off all month!!) 💠 Website:👉 https://thehappymusicteacher.com/💠 TikTok:👉   / thehappymusicteacher  💠 Instagram:👉   / thehappymusicteacher  💠 The Music Teacher Group👉   / themusicteachergroup  💠 FREE Music Curriculum Guide:👉 https://thehappymusicteacher.kit.com/...💠 Free Storybook Lesson Plans:👉

Do your students feel the rhythm in their bodies? This episode breaks down the powerful Movement Method for teaching rhythm through movement. We'll show you how to link basic steps (walking, jogging, stomping) to note values and then use a simple storybook to bridge the concept straight to reading music notation.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Doggone Dogs, by Karen Buemont picture bookWant the lesson plan for Doggone Dogs? It's included in my resource book, Stories That Sing, TOO! You can grab it here.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------🔶 WATCH MORE VIDEOS✅ You Don't Have to Be a Tech Genius: Smart AI Lesson Planning for Music Teachers👉 https://youtu.be/o310KoLnXDc✅ Choir Rehearsal Tips: Answering Your Biggest Questions👉 https://youtu.be/GIsqxsv4JYw✅ The Magic of Scarf Dancing - A No Prep Guide for Music Teachers👉 https://youtu.be/oElro3W7jf4✅ The Secret to Music Teacher Work Life Balance with Sara Campbell👉 https://youtu.be/n0HrmhPiLYc✅ From Planning to Performance Your Stress Free Guide to Concert Prep👉 https://youtu.be/JkjwsQugc0I✅ From Stressed to Singing How to Make Choir Fun Again👉 https://youtu.be/JtdxCt4hFWo✅ How to Supply Your Music Room on a Budget 1👉 https://youtu.be/oJszsTTS2uA✅ Sanity Saving Strategies How to Manage a Crazy Music Teacher Schedule 1👉 https://youtu.be/C1_X94lfRRQ✅ Tour of The Happy Music Teacher Academy 1👉 https://youtu.be/mwAnyfSycHs✅ First-Year Music Teacher Survival Guide: Essential Music Teacher Tips for First Year Teachers👉 https://youtu.be/NxTZFR5GPO4💠 Website:👉 https://thehappymusicteacher.com/💠 TikTok:👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@thehappymusicteacher💠 Instagram:👉 https://www.instagram.com/thehappymusicteacher/💠 The Music Teacher Group👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/themusicteachergroup💠 FREE Music Curriculum Guide:👉 https://thehappymusicteacher.com/free💠 Free Storybook Lesson Plans:👉 https://thehappymusicteacher.com/free#TheHappyMusicTeacher #music #podcast #duet #teacher #development #professional #experience #jeanette #happymusic #academy #musicsupervisor #motivation #classroom #choralmusic #relationship #bestmusic #musicteachers #teachmusic #management #planning #freedom...

Feeling lost? Former music teacher Linda McCarty shares the story of her great aunt's legacy and how it led her to create Splendor Productions. Discover her structured, Orff and Kodály-certified new music teacher resources, including full-length video lessons and a huge library of concept-specific activities designed to save you time and bring sequence to your teaching.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Get in Touch with Linda:Splendor Productions YouTube Channel - LOTS of free lessonsLinda's website - Get a 1-week TRIAL - https://splendorproductions.comTeacher's site - https://musicduopro.com💠 Website:👉 https://thehappymusicteacher.com/💠 TikTok:👉   / thehappymusicteacher  💠 Instagram:👉   / thehappymusicteacher  💠 The Music Teacher Group👉   / themusicteachergroup  💠 FREE Music Curriculum Guide:👉 https://thehappymusicteacher.kit.com/...💠 Free Storybook Lesson Plans:👉a...

Stop scrolling for low-prep ideas! This episode reveals your complete, ready-to-use November Music Lesson Plans Trio. We cover meaningful cultural inclusion, fun Thanksgiving-themed skills, and a low-pressure entry into winter concepts, guaranteeing you save your sanity and keep your students engaged this November.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------What We Talked About:Special Fluffy Days - Check out this episode about fluffy days It says it's for the end of the year, but it works just as well for right before any break.November Lesson Plan Trio Bundle ON SALE NOWLink to my original song, Everyone Wants to be a Reindeer💠 Website:👉 https://thehappymusicteacher.com/💠 TikTok:👉   / thehappymusicteacher  💠 Instagram:👉   / thehappymusicteacher  💠 The Music Teacher Group👉   / themusicteachergroup  💠 FREE Music Curriculum Guide:👉 https://thehappymusicteacher.kit.com/...💠 Free Storybook Lesson Plans:👉a...

In this conversation with former elementary music teacher Kris Brown, we dive into his journey and the creation of Sound Thinking Interactive. Learn how his platform is setting the new standard for music teacher support by providing an accessible, Kodály-inspired curriculum and professional development that integrates directly into your daily teaching practice.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------What We Talked About:www.soundthinkinginteractive.com 50% off all of our subscriptions, use code HappyTeacher25Email Kris - sales@soundthinkinginteractive.comThe Happy Music Teacher Academy is now open for new members! Learn more and join here.Send me an email: jeanette@thehappymusicteacher.comVisit my website: https://thehappymusicteacher.comSign up for my newsletter and receive THREE FREE Lesson Plans: https://thehappymusicteacher.com/lessonplansamplerJoin my Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themusicteachergroupFollow me on IG: @thehappymusicteacher Follow me on TikTok: @thehappymusicteacherCheck out the video version of this podcast on YouTube!

Stop beating yourself up over a lesson flop! I'm sharing the F.A.I.L. Framework, a simple, four-step tool that will forever change your narrative about failure. Learn exactly what to do when your lesson plan fails and how to give yourself the grace you give your students to build true resilience.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Standard YouTube Outro:The Happy Music Teacher Academy is now open for new members! Learn more and join here.Send me an email: jeanette@thehappymusicteacher.com Visit my website: https://thehappymusicteacher.com Sign up for my newsletter and receive THREE FREE Lesson Plans: https://thehappymusicteacher.com/lessonplansampler Join my Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themusicteachergroup Follow me on IG: @thehappymusicteacher Follow me on TikTok: @thehappymusicteacherCheck out the video version of this podcast on YouTube!

Chaos October got you down? In this survival guide episode, we share the secret to channeling student energy! I'm diving into our best high-energy music lessons for October and sharing easy, seasonal activities like Room on the Broom and Spooky Scary Skeletons to help you keep kids focused and your sanity intact.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------What We Talked About:Lesson Plan Bundles on Sale This Month:Room on the Broom Bundle Leaf Trouble BundleFall Favorite Music Activities for Kids Bundle - Includes all the lesson plans mentioned.Autumn Adventures Fall Leaves BundleSpooky Scary Skeletons BundleRoom on the Broom Full MovieRoom on the Broom Read Aloud-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Happy Music Teacher Academy is now open for new members! Learn more and join here.Send me an email: jeanette@thehappymusicteacher.com Visit my website: https://thehappymusicteacher.com Sign up for my newsletter and receive THREE FREE Lesson Plans: https://thehappymusicteacher.com/lessonplansampler Join my Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themusicteachergroup Follow me on IG: @thehappymusicteacher Follow me on TikTok: @thehappymusicteacherCheck out the video version of this podcast on YouTube!

Feel overwhelmed by the idea of using AI? In this episode, AI consultant E.Lisa Jansen-Jones gives us the simple C.A.L.M. framework for mastering AI lesson planning and professional communication. Learn how to use tools like Custom GPTs and Claude to save time and reduce your workload—no tech genius required!-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Check out Elisa's workshop inside The Happy Music Teacher Academy on Thursday, October 9th at 6:00 p.m. EST. Did you miss it? You can still grab your ticket for this special event and watch the replay.Want Elisa's book, Prompt & Circumstance - The Definitive Guide to using AI for Confident, Consistent Performance with The C.A.L.M. AI Navigator. You can find it on Amazon using this link.The Happy Music Teacher Academy is now open for new members! Learn more and join here.Send me an email: jeanette@thehappymusicteacher.com Visit my website: https://thehappymusicteacher.com Sign up for my newsletter and receive THREE FREE Lesson Plans: https://thehappymusicteacher.com/lessonplansampler Join my Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themusicteachergroup Follow me on IG: @thehappymusicteacher Follow me on TikTok: @thehappymusicteacherCheck out the video version of this podcast on YouTube!

Are you looking for a fun, engaging, and no-prep way to get your students moving in music class? In this episode, I sit down with Leanna O'Brien, founder of Soaring Scarves Academy, to talk about the power of movement-based learning. Leanna shares how scarf dancing for kids can be a game-changer for engagement and literacy and how her academy provides a full curriculum of stress-free resources for every teacher. Tune in to hear Leanna's amazing story and find out how you can get a free trial of her academy!-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------What we talked about:Leanna's WebsiteCheck out Leanna's FREE ResourcesLeanna's YouTube ChannelLinks to Leanna's ResourcesVivaldi Autumn Scarf Dance- https://youtu.be/E1idcYx0TN4In the Hall of the Mountain King Rhythm Play Along- https://youtu.be/sbX5U6uQRL0Scarf Dance to Mozart Symphony #40- https://youtu.be/JtSD7akrkm0Carnival of Animals Rhythm Play Along- https://youtu.be/AF2-T9504ysCarnival of Animals Rhythm Play Along Easy- https://youtu.be/u2ZxpqsNPW0Carnival of Animals Scarf Dance- https://youtu.be/ccrVltAeIlYCan-Can Rhythm Play Along- https://youtu.be/80Q4n9L7EEICan- Can Rhythm Play Along hard- https://youtu.be/-9m2cXNaMnIFlight of the Bumblebee Rhythm Play Along- https://youtu.be/nyhbBkfI2XgFlight of the Bumblebee Rhythm Play Along hard- https://youtu.be/VNCvQzYl9igFlight of the Bumblebee Scarf Dance- https://youtu.be/ZUi9ijZ6HpcNutcracker- Trepak Rhythm Play Along- https://youtu.be/yxsxfv9hgiINutcracker Trepak Scarf Dance- https://youtu.be/8sFUQB4W3xQNutcracker Tea Dance Scarf Dance- https://youtu.be/wNDYqrNAp7kNutcracker March Scarf Dance- https://youtu.be/gGFvoZ6lW0AIn the Hall of the Mountain King Scarf Dance- https://youtu.be/pEGmOXfoW1QGet two free months of Soaring Scarves AcademyStandard YouTube Outro:The Happy Music Teacher Academy is now open for new members! Learn more and join here.Send me an email: jeanette@thehappymusicteacher.com Visit...

Standard YouTube Outro:Have you ever wished you could get personalized advice for your choir challenges? In this special Q&A episode, we're answering your most-asked questions about choir, covering everything from warm-ups to two-part harmony. You'll get practical choir rehearsal tips that you can use today!-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------What We Talked About:Choir Builders, by Rollo DilworthExplore the Vocal Ranges of Iconic Singers: Interactive ChartThe Greatest Crack in History-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Happy Music Teacher Academy is now open for new members! Learn more and join here.Send me an email: jeanette@thehappymusicteacher.com Visit my website: https://thehappymusicteacher.com Sign up for my newsletter and receive THREE FREE Lesson Plans: https://thehappymusicteacher.com/lessonplansampler Join my Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themusicteachergroup Follow me on IG: @thehappymusicteacher Follow me on TikTok: @thehappymusicteacherCheck out the video version of this podcast on YouTube!

The pressure of concert season can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. This episode is your stress-free playbook for how to plan a school concert. I'll share simple strategies for simplifying your repertoire, streamlining rehearsals, and reducing your workload, so you can make your next performance a truly joyful one.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------What We Talked About:Grab your ticket for The Choir Tune-Up Elementary Choir Summit The Happy Music Teacher Academy is now open for new members! Learn more and join here.Send me an email: jeanette@thehappymusicteacher.com Visit my website: https://thehappymusicteacher.com Sign up for my newsletter and receive THREE FREE Lesson Plans: https://thehappymusicteacher.com/lessonplansampler Join my Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themusicteachergroup Follow me on IG: @thehappymusicteacher Follow me on TikTok: @thehappymusicteacherCheck out the video version of this podcast on YouTube!

Looking for tips on how to make choir fun? In this episode, I'm joined by my friend and colleague Bethany Main to talk about the "foundation of fun" in a choir. We'll share our strategies for creating a joyful, engaging program that benefits both you and your students. Plus, we're announcing the first-ever Choir Tune-Up Summit!-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------What We Talked About:The waiting list is open for The Choir Tune-Up Summit. Click this link to join the waiting list and get $10 off the lowest price for the VIP Pass! The Happy Music Teacher Academy is now open for new members! Learn more and join here.Send me an email: jeanette@thehappymusicteacher.com Visit my website: https://thehappymusicteacher.com Sign up for my newsletter and receive THREE FREE Lesson Plans: https://thehappymusicteacher.com/lessonplansampler Join my Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themusicteachergroup Follow me on IG: @thehappymusicteacher Follow me on TikTok: @thehappymusicteacherCheck out the video version of this podcast on YouTube!

Feeling overwhelmed by a huge wish list and a tiny budget? This episode is your definitive guide to how to supply your music room on a budget. We're talking with Jessica Palmer from West Music to get the inside scoop on how their team helps teachers maximize their funds, build a long-term plan, and find the resources they need.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Contact West Music:https://www.westmusic.com/https://www.instagram.com/westmusiccompany/https://www.youtube.com/westmusichttps://www.facebook.com/westmusichttps://www.pinterest.com/westmusic/https://www.linkedin.com/company/west-music-company/posts/?feedView=all-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Happy Music Teacher Academy is now open for new members! Learn more and join here.Send me an email: jeanette@thehappymusicteacher.com Visit my website: https://thehappymusicteacher.com Sign up for my newsletter and receive THREE FREE Lesson Plans: https://thehappymusicteacher.com/lessonplansampler Join my Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themusicteachergroup Follow me on IG: @thehappymusicteacher Follow me on TikTok: @thehappymusicteacherCheck out the video version of this podcast on YouTube!

Feeling burnt out and overwhelmed? In this episode, I sit down with my mentor, Sara Campbell, to talk about achieving a sustainable music teacher work-life balance. We discuss common challenges, the importance of setting boundaries with ourselves, and how to build a career that truly supports your life.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------What We Talked About: Sara's Contact Info & Links:WebsiteFacebook GroupInstagramBravepants Branding & Marketing ProgramThe Music Teacher's Marketing Library-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------The Happy Music Teacher Academy is now open for new members! Learn more and join here.Send me an email: jeanette@thehappymusicteacher.com Visit my website: https://thehappymusicteacher.com Sign up for my newsletter and receive THREE FREE Lesson Plans: https://thehappymusicteacher.com/lessonplansampler Join my Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themusicteachergroup Follow me on IG: @thehappymusicteacher Follow me on TikTok: @thehappymusicteacherCheck out the video version of this podcast on YouTube!

Are you feeling overwhelmed by your crazy music teacher schedule? Today, we're cutting through the noise with a three-part plan to help you not just survive, but thrive. In this super quick episode, I'm sharing sanity-saving strategies on prioritizing, using lesson prep hacks, and setting boundaries. Tune in to learn how to manage a crazy music teacher schedule and grab your free curriculum maps today!-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------What We Talked About:Grab Your FREE Curriculum Maps to help you know what to teach and when to teach it.Looking for that bootcamp, Your Best Year Starts Here? Here's a link to grab it for only $27!The Happy Music Teacher Academy is now open for new members! Learn more and join here.Send me an email: jeanette@thehappymusicteacher.com Visit my website: https://thehappymusicteacher.com Sign up for my newsletter and receive THREE FREE Lesson Plans: https://thehappymusicteacher.com/lessonplansampler Join my Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themusicteachergroup Follow me on IG: @thehappymusicteacher Follow me on TikTok: @thehappymusicteacherCheck out the video version of this podcast on YouTube!

Just landed your first music teaching job and feeling a mix of excitement and pure anxiety? Don't worry—we've got you. This episode is packed with essential music teacher tips for first year teachers, breaking down those big questions into manageable steps.We'll walk you through a simple three-phase plan: what to do before day one, how to build a strong foundation in your first week, and strategies for sustaining your energy and growing beyond that. Tune in now for the foundational music teacher tips for first-year teachers that will set you up for a successful and joyful career!-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------What We Talked About: How to Learn 300 Names by DecemberTips for First Year Teachers – Part 4Tips for First Year Teachers – Part 5Tips for First Year Teachers, Part 2How to Rock Your First 30 Days & Beyond in the Music Classroom – Classroom Management -Ep30How to Rock Your First 30 Days & Beyond in the Music Classroom – Transitions – Ep29How to Rock Your First Month of School in the Music Classroom – Part 1 – Structure – Ep28The Happy Music Teacher Academy is now open for new members! Learn more and join here.Send me an email: jeanette@thehappymusicteacher.comVisit my website: https://thehappymusicteacher.comSign up for my newsletter and receive THREE FREE Lesson Plans: https://thehappymusicteacher.com/lessonplansampler Join my Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themusicteachergroup Follow me on IG: @thehappymusicteacher Follow me on TikTok: @thehappymusicteacher Check out the video version of this podcast on YouTube!

Do you find yourself staring at a blank page, feeling overwhelmed by the thought of planning your next music lesson, or does it feel like an energy drain? We're uncovering why your music lesson planning might be secretly exhausting you, and sharing one strategic shift that can begin to fix it right now.Learn about common pitfalls like the "blank page paralysis," the "perfectionism trap," and the "cram it all in syndrome" that are draining your time and joy. The key isn't to plan less, but to plan smarter, embracing a flexible framework. Imagine a customizable skeleton for your year and your lessons – a repeatable structure that you can easily plug content into, instead of building from the ground up every single time. This strategic shift in your music lesson planning will help you reclaim your time and energy, bringing the joy back to teaching. Tune in to fix your planning process and feel inspired again!What We Talked About:Get Your FREE Pass for The Make Music Magic Summit The Happy Music Teacher Academy is now open for new members! Learn more and join here.Send me an email: jeanette@thehappymusicteacher.comVisit my website: https://thehappymusicteacher.comSign up for my newsletter and receive THREE FREE Lesson Plans: https://thehappymusicteacher.com/lessonplansampler Join my Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/themusicteachergroup Follow me on IG: @thehappymusicteacher Follow me on TikTok: @thehappymusicteacher Check out the video version of this podcast on YouTube!