199 | Unlocking the Power of Double Duty Songs with Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune
Update: 2025-10-01
Description
In this episode, Bryson sits down with Carrie Nicholas and Tanya LeJeune from Music Teacher Coffee Talk to explore the magic of double duty songs, those special tunes that can support teaching multiple musical concepts over time. They talk about why these songs are such a lifesaver when time is tight and share thoughtful tips on keeping your students excited and engaged with music they already know. Plus, Carrie and Tanya give us a sneak peek at their upcoming masterclass inside Elementary Music Edge™, packed with fresh ideas to inspire your teaching.
Episode Chapters:
- 0:00 Introduction
- 1:09 What is a “Double Duty” Song?
- 3:09 Benefits of using double-duty songs
- 7:37 Common misconceptions about double-duty songs
- 11:46 Favorite double-duty songs
- 25:16 Masterclass preview
- 27:19 Takeaways
Links and Resources:
- The Elementary Music Summit®
- Elementary Newbie Guide
- Disabilities Guide
- Steady Beat Survival Guide
- Join Elementary Music EDGE™
Have questions or want to share feedback? Reach out to us at hello@thatmusicteacher.com - we’d love to hear from you!
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