There are a lot of different thoughts and approaches on extrinsic and intrinsic motivators, and in Practice Space we researched ways to make sure we are offering a balance of instant rewards and long-term challenges that help create long-term goals for students.

The avatar updates happen monthly and are a great opportunity to teach students about composers and musicians from our history. This month we have 6 composers from the Baroque!

As a music teacher, one of the most significant challenges you'll likely face is getting your students to practice consistently. This age-old issue can seem to have no concrete solution, with the students' lack of interest, busy schedules, or procrastination frequently standing in the way. Worry not- there are creative and fun ways to boost your student’s motivation to practice!

Technology surrounds our world now more than ever. With the rise of artificial intelligence and the normalization of asynchronous learning and work, there are constant new developments to promote efficiency and convenience. Of course, with change, comes hesitation.

For many private music teachers, the summer can be a tough time for enrollment as families’ weekly schedules are interrupted by vacations and summer camps. Luckily back-to-school enrollment season is always a busy one for us music teachers, and it’s right around the corner! There are some really simple and cost-effective ways to leverage your current student body to set yourself up for success in the months to come!

With the help of ChatGPT, a language model trained by OpenAI, music teachers can now access an unprecedented level of information and resources to enhance learning experiences for their students. Here are some ways music teachers can utilize ChatGPT…

For music students, practice is the key to success. While students and parents play a huge role in effective practice habits, teachers can also assist. However, building a strong practice routine can be a daunting task. With busy schedules and short attention spans, it can seem impossible at times!

Happy Women’s History Month!
We’re highlighting 6 influential women composers that you should know. Learn more about them below and sign up for a free trial with Practice Space to download your free sheet music!

As music teachers, we are always trying to improve and expand upon our teaching methods. It’s a common goal amongst us all to provide our students with a beneficial music education that will last them a lifetime. We’re here to help ensure this is true for you and your students!

As a music educator, your goal should not only be to teach your students technical skills, but also to help them develop a lifelong love and passion for music. This is a key part of music instruction, as students who genuinely love the art form are more likely to continue improving and engaging with music for all of their lives.

African-American spiritual music has a plentiful history that continues to profoundly impact American music to this day. From 18th century traditional gospel hymns to modern-day gospel music, R&B and hip hop, Black spiritual music has played a powerful role in the African American community.

As music teachers, Constructive criticism is an important tool to help students grow, however it can sometimes feel intimidating. How can music teachers provide feedback in a more fun and lighthearted way, while still being helpful? Here are some tips:

In 1741, Handel composed the masterpiece Messiah, which is an English language oratorio that traced the history of Jesus Christ. The piece gave its first performance on April 13, 1742, in Dublin, eventually going to London a year later.

Are you getting ready to plan a recital for your music students? If so, you’ve landed on the right page. Planning a music recital is a serious endeavor, though it’s absolutely necessary, as it provides your students with an opportunity to see how far they've come. Today, we’re going to break down a few tips that will help you throw the best recital for your students that you can!

Check out this hair-raising collection of sheet music for your students to help celebrate the spookiest time of year, Halloween! We are committed to helping teachers get their students to practice more and there’s nothing like some spooky music to get your students motivated this time of year.

In our day, we had whiteboards, overheads, and a music teacher sitting at the front of the classroom playing piano accompaniment for an hour. However, the times have changed and technology is integrated into kids’ lives more than ever. For this reason, it’s important that music educators consider implementing technology in the classroom to make lessons more exciting, engaging, and relevant.

Whether you’re a working musician or just looking to practice while you’re on the road, you’ll want to know how to keep your valuable instrument safe while traveling.

If you’re someone who gets a wave of anxiety at the thought of your precious instrument getting damaged while flying, you’re not alone.

Though Western classical music is made up of works that were primarily written by European men (and very few European women), there are many talented Hispanic and Latinx composers that shaped the way we know modern music today. With unique artistic voices and perspectives, they blended folk, classic, and other genres to create a one-of-a-kind style that you can’t find anywhere else in the world. Without further ado, let’s dive in and take a look at five Hispanic and Latinx composers you should know!

These can be real physical items like a small prize like candy or small toys or something that can be sent via email like an arrangement or music word searches. So many of our teachers loved the music crossword puzzle we released, so here is a music word search for you to use with your students!

For many early learning professionals, virtual learning is a brand new concept.
It is very challenging to work with young children in a virtual space. And, of course, while we’ll never be able to capture the experience of an in-person classroom for a virtual world, it is still certainly possible to set an online environment that is relevant, engaging, and appropriate for the developmental state that those children are in.