Pedagogy
Better Lesson Pacing in 2022
Lesson pacing is mindful observation, connection, careful planning, and the ability to shift from your plan when things aren't going in the desired direction. Lesson pacing and engagement go hand in hand. You can't have one without the other!
Student Engagement in the Voice Studio
Engagement is far more than simply "paying attention" but the degree of curiosity, interest, excitement, and motivation in learning.
The NO SINGING Voice Lesson
What do you do when your student can’t/shouldn’t/won't sing? How about a no-singing lesson?
Halloween Lesson Plans for Voice Teachers
With fun costumes and decorations, the dramatic season makes it easier to engage students in learning new exercises and repertoire.
Teaching Harmony Singing to Beginners
Helping our students learn to sing harmonies starts from the very first lesson. Here are some teaching strategies, lesson ideas, new songs and free resources that make it fun and engaging.
Song Study Voice Lesson Plan: Wolf in the Forest
An engaging and productive lesson can be connected to singers' repertoire. Here are song-study activities using Wolf in the Forest by Donna Rhodenizer
Where is the FUN in your Singing Lesson?
Play-based learning is powerful. It is how we learn. There is no cut-off age for the effectiveness of play-based learning. Is there a reason you need your lessons to be super-serious?
Spooky Singing Group Lesson Plans
Small group classes are so fun, and if you are teaching online - here are my spooky singing suggestions for an engaging and fun Halloween-themed class.