Favorite Music Education Resources

You all have a book like this...one that is coffee-stained, dog-eared, and almost falling apart. These books are the ones that we love so much we use them all the time! Today, I'm writing about my top ten favorite music education resources, ones that I use repeatedly and that have helped immensely with writing lessons, putting together programs, and more! Click on each picture to purchase the book on West Music. Here goes!

"An American Methodology" by Eisen and Robertson

This resource is a GREAT introduction to the Kodaly philosophy. It includes processes for using preparation, presentation, and practice strategies, specific ideas for each stage, and tons of songs and singing games! It also includes art music examples, which are great for expanding students' listening and literacy skills!

"Lesson Planning in a Kodaly Setting" by Rita Klinger

This is such a great resource for lesson planning, written by the late Rita Klinger. Even if you haven't been Kodaly trained, it has lots of great suggestions for writing lessons, creating transitions, and more! I've used it as a required resource when I've taught Kodaly Level I because it is truly so helpful.