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.
A Definitive Guide to Sight Reading
If there is one thing every music teacher wants, it is for students to open new music and dive in with confidence instead of hesitation.
Save Hours This School Year: 3 New Time-Saving MakeMusic Cloud Features
As a music teacher, your schedule is likely full of lesson planning, rehearsals, grading, and advocating for your program, leaving little room for extra tasks.
Student Engagement in Music Class: Best Strategies and Benefits
Many students enjoy music, but keeping them active and interested in music class can be a real challenge. Teachers often look for different ways to help everyone join in and learn new skills.
What Should First Year Music Teachers Know?
It’s back-to-school season, and with that comes a flurry of to-dos, introductions, lesson plans, and well…panic, if we’re being honest.
We’re Here to Support Former MuseClass Users
On May 21, Muse announced that their music education platform MuseClass would be discontinued on July 31, 2025. For many music educators, this may significantly disrupt planning for the upcoming school year.
Differentiated Instruction in the Ensemble: Proven Methods for Supporting Every Student’s Musical Growth
Tired of the “one-size-fits-all” trap? Discover the proven differentiated instruction strategies you need to support every student’s varying skill levels and unlock their full musical growth in your ensemble class.
How to Combat Burnout in Music Education
Few roles demand as much passion and dedication as that of a music educator. Their commitment to inspiring young minds and nurturing a love for music is immense; yet, beneath the joy of performances and watching students’ growth, quiet exhaustion can often settle in.
The 10 Benefits of Music Education for Students
In discussions about student success, those who have already had meaningful experiences with the arts understand the unique value music education holds.
May 2025 Repertoire Update
Another month brings another wave of exciting additions to the MakeMusic Cloud library! Perfect for fun summer practicing.