My beginning orchestra has been working on a piece called 'A Spark of Courage' by Doug Spata.  It's a bit of a stretch for them,...

Last week I presented at the NAfME National Conference in Grapevine, TX.  I love presenting and had a great experience...this is the 4t...

I felt a little sick this week.  But, it's a ton of work to plan for a sub I went to school and taught my classes.  I'm sure you...

I have had quite a few requests to offer videos of teaching tips and strategies.  I finally created my first couple of videos and they are a...

At the start of the school year, my focus for beginners is to develop excellent, comfortable bow holds and perfect position.  We played ...

IMPORTANT NOTICE!! I have been using my book "Starting By Rote" for my Beginning Orchestra and found a serious error on page 13....

Before students open up cases and get out instruments for the first time we have a 20-30 minute lesson with our 'imaginary' ...

This is my 12th year teaching orchestra, and I'm still learning and discovering more efficient ways to teach students and take care...

I just survived the first 9 days of school.  Wow...it's been busy!  After a long summer break, it's always a shock to my system to s...

Do you follow Hillary Hahn on Instagram?  You should.  Her user name is 'violincase.'  I'm just a lowly orchestra teacher, b...

It can be done! During the summer I always have more time to practice my instrument.  I enjoy continuing to work on my playing and bec...

My newest downloadable/printable resource is now available for purchase at my STORE  ( www.orchestraclassroom.com ) and TPT site.  I ...