That Music Podcast: A Podcast for Elementary Music Teachers
This show will deliver tips and tricks for elementary music teachers looking to create high-quality musical experiences for students in the general music classroom.This show will provide answers to questions like:*How do I create an inclusive music classroom?*How do I sequence my elementary music lessons?*How to teach elementary music?*What songs should I use in my general music classroom?*How do I balance work and life as a music teacher?
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 19 minutes
- Episodes
- 193
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
176 | How to Maintain Vocal Health As A Music Teacher with Dr. Jennifer Whitehead
As music teachers, we use our voices constantly—but are we taking care of them the way we should? In this episode of That Music Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Jennifer Whitehead, …
175 | But I Can’t Play the Piano: Tips & Tricks
Ever feel like your piano skills (or lack thereof) are holding you back as a music teacher? You’re not alone! In this episode of That Music Podcast, Bryson gets real about his s…
174 | Rote vs Note (In a Choral Setting)
When it comes to teaching choir, should we focus on rote learning or reading notation? The answer might be a little bit of both! In this episode, Bryson unpacks the benefits and…
173 | Are Before/After-School Ensembles Equitable?
Before- and after-school ensembles are a fantastic way to give students more musical opportunities—but are they truly accessible to all? In this episode, Bryson dives into an of…
172 | Keeping Choir Fun, Inclusive, and Inspiring with Debbie O'Shea
Choral music is about so much more than just singing, and in this episode of That Music Podcast, Bryson sits down with Debbie O’Shea to explore the magic of choir. They dive int…
171 | Curriculum Development Panel: Insights from the Elementary Music Summit®
This week on That Music Podcast, we’re bringing you a special replay from the Elementary Music Summit®: January Refresh!
Join a panel of experienced music educators as they dive…
170 | All PD Is Not the Same: CEUs vs. New Knowledge
Not all professional development is created equal! In this episode of That Music Podcast, Bryson explores the crucial difference between PD that helps you check off boxes for li…
169 | Professional Growth Shouldn’t Have an End Date
Teaching is an ever-evolving journey, and in this week’s episode, Bryson shares his thoughts on how professional growth helps us stay flexible and relevant in the ever-changing …
168 | DEI Shouldn’t Be Controversial
In this thought-provoking episode of That Music Podcast, Bryson dives into a topic that’s as vital as it is sometimes challenging: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the …
167 | Connecting Through Culturally Responsive Teaching with Ashley Cuthbertson
In this episode of That Music Podcast, Bryson sits down with Ashley Cuthbertson, founder of A. Cuthbertson Consulting, to talk about how culturally responsive teaching can trans…
166 | Proactive Parental Communication
In this episode of That Music Podcast, Bryson dives into the power of proactive communication with parents, offering practical advice to foster trust and partnership with famili…
165 | Facilitating a “Community Reset”
In this episode of That Music Podcast, Bryson tackles a common classroom challenge: what to do when things feel off in your classroom community. With relatable insights, he expl…
164 | Building Community in the Music Classroom with Nick Dolan
In this episode of That Music Podcast, Bryson is joined by Nick Dolan to explore the transformative power of community in the music classroom. Nick shares his journey from doing…
163 | What I’m Thankful For (YOU)
In this episode of That Music Podcast, Bryson dives into what he's most grateful for, sharing a heartfelt reflection on the incredible community of music educators and the journ…
162 | What Are YOUR Non-Negotiables?
In this week’s episode of That Music Podcast, Bryson dives into a practical conversation about finding and focusing on your non-negotiables. With a relatable, down-to-earth appr…
161 | Let the Ball Drop (Sometimes you have to choose NOT to be perfect)
In this episode of That Music Podcast, Bryson gets real about the challenges of balancing it all as a music teacher. He dives into the realities of burnout, offering refreshing …
160 | Finding Work-Life Balance with Grace Stevens
Ready to thrive in the classroom and beyond? In this episode of That Music Podcast, Bryson welcomes teacher empowerment coach Grace Stevens for an inspiring conversation about a…
159 | The Universal Rubric (The 4-point Scale I Use On Everything)
In this episode of That Music Podcast, Bryson shares one of his favorite classroom hacks: a simple yet powerful 4-point rubric that he uses for every type of assessment in his m…
158 | Live Q&A Replay: Expert Answers From The Middle School Music Summit
This week’s episode features a replay of the live Q&A panel from the Middle School Music Summit. Bryson is joined by fellow music educators, Alessandra Santaguida and Amy Burns,…
157 | Project-Based Learning in the Middle School Classroom with Alessandra Santaguida
In this episode of That Music Podcast, Bryson Tarbet chats with the amazing Alessandra Santaguida about the transformative power of project-based learning in the middle school g…