PLN Week 7 Post #2

This is a review of a program called Theta Music and it talks about all of the great things the program has to offer.  Games and activities for the students and special features for teachers are offered.




http://www.thomasjwestmusic.com/apps/blog/show/6773900

PLN Week 7 Post #1

This was an article about teaching the fundamentals and basics in a music classroom.  It talks about helping students to reach their goals and helping them to learn and experience as much as they can in music.  It talks about making music a life long love and a life long learning experience.



http://www.thomasjwestmusic.com/apps/blog/show/6812291

Week 6 PLN Post #2

I found this to be very inspiring!  I have worked with handicapped children in all of my jobs over the years and they are so full of life and willingness to learn.  I thought this was a real success story. 

http://www.music-for-music-teachers.com/autistic-clarinet-student-got-to-intermediate-level-even-did-three-successful-exams.html

Week 6 PLN Post #1

I found this article reviewing a site that has a capella vocal music that can be purchased.  It provides the latest and greatest pieces of contemporary vocal music (A capella).  It also has a way that you can have pieces arranged just for your group.  These items can be provided for musicians at affordable prices.

http://www.thomasjwestmusic.com/apps/blog/show/6737028

PLN Post 2 Week 5

I love jazz music and Duke Ellington is one of my favorites.  This article goes a little bit into his band members and thier improvisational skills.  There are some short videos and explanations of the different musicicans in the band. 


http://www.npr.org/blogs/ablogsupreme/2011/04/13/135317116/dukes-men-ellingtons-loyal-improvisers?ft=1&f=1107

PLN Post 1 Week 5

Classroom management is important in any educational setting and it should be vital in any classroom.  I found this article with some helpful tips.  This is a subject that has been on my mind lately since we are having some school-wide issues in this area.


http://www.soyouwanttoteach.com/5-killer-classroom-management-tips/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+SoYouWantToTeach+%28So+You+Want+To+Teach%3F%29&utm_content=Google+Reader

PLN Week 4 (2)

This caught my attention and really made me think.  How often do I send home a note or call because a student did something great?  I know the answer for myself is not very often.  Sometimes we put too much focus on the negative we forget to praise our students for what they do well.  It is just a nice reminder. 






http://www.thomasjwestmusic.com/apps/blog/show/6542014