Amanda Cornet’s Passion for Her Students and Community
Amanda Cornet, a passionate orchestra director at Sand Creek Intermediate and Fishers Junior High in Fishers, Indiana, is a whirlwind of creativity and dedication.
Majors, Minors, & Modes, Oh My!
Scales are a musician’s vocabulary. Scales allow instrumentalists to connect with their instruments, just like learning to read connects the child to the world around them.
Positive Psychology for Music Educators: Nurturing Optimism
Optimism is looking for the good in situations and believing things will work out for the best. Maintaining an attitude of optimism can be challenging, but it is essential to successful teaching.
The Music Teacher’s Guide to Building Administrator Support and Advocacy
Building strong relationships with your campus and district administrators is one of the most important steps to running a successful music program.
Positive Psychology for Music Educators: Nurturing Meaningful Connections
Recently, I attended my 50th high school reunion, accompanied by my long-time friend and fellow high school flutist, whom I met on the very first day of band camp.
Meet the MakeMusic Innovators
Meet the MakeMusic Innovators! This group of master tech users has been distinguished for their creative and inspiring use of music and classroom technology.
Influential Women in Music Education History and Why They Matter Today
Though the history books may not always reflect this truth, women have always had considerable influence in shaping the field of music education.