Music In Elementary School

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Generally making music is better than listening to it. Nevertheless, don't let the lack of a trained music teacher keep learners from music exposure. Make do with the available circumstances. Everything from humming, to singing, using primitive to popular instruments, or CD players can add music to the day.

Let students know why certain selections are being used and why. Help them understand the differences among music which calms, energizes or inspires. Students of all ages should learn why music is selected and they should be able to make suggestions.


Get students involved in the process of managing the music after introducing it.
For an example, many are happy to play "disk jockey" for the class, but clear rules are needed.

Do active research with music. Work with another grade-level teacher and possibly try splitting or trading classes. One teacher could play one type of music could be for 10-15 m...