Seasonal Holiday, Music Games Melanie Butcher Seasonal Holiday, Music Games Melanie Butcher

🍀🎶 4 Creative Ideas for Your Choirs in March

Spring has sprung and middle school and high school choir teachers everywhere are looking for music activities and lessons to keep their students engaged. Check out these 4 easy March music activities for chorus. From Irish-themed listening examples to energizing brain break games, these creative ideas promise to add fun and variety to rehearsals. Happy singing! 🎤🍀

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Music Theory & More, Music Games Melanie Butcher Music Theory & More, Music Games Melanie Butcher

3 Engaging Time Fillers for Middle and High School Choir Teachers 🕰️🎵

🎶Discover practical and engaging ways to fill those extra minutes at the end of your middle or high school choir class. From fun Powerball games to incorporating music theory exercises and empowering student conductors, these time-fillers not only keep students engaged but also encourage their musical and leadership skills. Make every moment count in your choir rehearsal! 🎵

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Seasonal Holiday Melanie Butcher Seasonal Holiday Melanie Butcher

3 Easy Ideas for Valentine’s Day Fun in the Choir Classroom❤️

Get ready to infuse Valentine's Day spirit into your choir classroom with these three easy ideas! From expressing a love for singing to spreading kindness with the "3 Nice Things" activity, these simple yet effective ideas will add a touch of celebration to your choir program. Don't forget the entertaining "Fast Talker - Valentine's Day Edition" game, a perfect brain break for the last minutes of class. Show your students some love and create an exciting atmosphere for singing this Valentine's Day! 🎶💖

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Choir Sub Plans, Planning & Organization Melanie Butcher Choir Sub Plans, Planning & Organization Melanie Butcher

3 Days of Choir Sub Plans for the Non-Music Substitute 🤧🎶

Ever been faced the dilemma of being sick but torn between soldiering through or writing meticulous sub plans? The struggle is real, especially if it is difficult to find subs. Melanie, with over 20 years in the classroom, shares her Choir Sub Plans tailored for the non-music substitute teacher. Divided into 3 days, these plans engage students creatively during your absence, offering activities like planning virtual choir tours and designing a new musical. Remember, keeping the music alive doesn't always need your physical presence. Embrace these imaginative sub plans for a joyful return to your choir room. 🎶

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🎶First Year Choir Teachers: Tips for Effective Communication📱

As a first-year middle or high school choir teacher, effective communication with parents is crucial for a successful choir program. Learn valuable tips, including using a comprehensive choir handbook 📚, incorporating technology and apps 📱, sending choir newsletters 📧, involving parents 👪, and managing challenging parent emails 📬. Discover how building positive relationships through regular communication enhances parent support and fosters a love of music in your choir students. 🎵

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⭐️Strike the Right Chord: Elevating Your Choir Classroom with the FREE “Singing Charades” Game!

As a “Veteran” choir teacher, finding the perfect balance between fun and productivity can be a challenge. But fear not! Embrace the power of games in your middle and high school choir classroom and witness the transformative magic unfold.

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