Best Jeanette Shorey Podcasts (2025)

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Don't Wait...Advocate - Quick & Creative Ideas to Advocate for Your Music Program 14:01

3d ago14:01

14:01

Feel like your amazing music program is flying under the radar? Do you wish more people understood the incredible impact you have on your students? You're not alone in wanting more support and recognition! This week on The Happy Music Teacher, we're tackling the need for music advocacy with a fresh perspective: quick music advocacy ideas that fit i…

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Survival Secrets - Five Tips for When You're Just Done 12:02

11d ago12:02

12:02

Feeling like you're sprinting towards the edge of disaster with no way out...and you just might collapse before you get there? 😩 Let's talk about Survival Secrets for music teachers because you deserve to make it through the school year with a smile (and your sanity intact!). As an elementary music teacher, the pressure is ALWAYS ON – concerts, ass…

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May Mayhem...Meet the Outdoor Music Classroom 10:35

17d ago10:35

10:35

Feeling like your music room has turned into a bouncy house as the weather warms up? Are those end-of-year wiggles reaching critical mass? You're not alone in the May Mayhem! This week on The Happy Music Teacher, we've got a secret weapon to help you capture that energy and actually get some meaningful learning done – all while enjoying the sunshin…

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Music Teacher Side Hustle Secrets 25:47

25d ago25:47

25:47

Have you ever dreamed of making extra money sharing your music skills online? Our guest, Evan Price from Artist Collective, helps music teachers like you do just that! Learn simple ways to turn what you know into income and maybe even travel while you teach. Evan talks about finding your special skill, connecting with students online, and feeling g…

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Don't Sweat the Concert - It's Gonna be Fine 13:09

25d ago13:09

13:09

Are you feeling that familiar knot of anxiety tightening in your stomach as your concert approaches? You're pouring your heart into rehearsals, but all you hear are forgotten lyrics and excuses about why they can't be at the actual concert. Trust me, friend, you are SO not alone. We've all been there, staring into the abyss of a looming performance…

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Exhausted Teacher Barely Holding it Together - Mindset Shifts to Make it To the End of the Year 10:47

1M ago10:47

10:47

Feeling like you're running on fumes with the end of the school year in sight? Are you an exhausted teacher just trying to make it to the final bell? You are definitely not alone! This week on The Happy Music Teacher, we're tackling that end-of-year burnout head-on. Discover 7 powerful and unexpected mindset shifts specifically for music educators …

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Testing Week Doesn't Have to Suck - Quick Strategies for Quiet Activities 15:16

2M ago15:16

15:16

Testing week is here, and if your music room feels like a silent movie marathon with a side of stressed-out students, you're not alone. Their schedules are off, energy levels are low, and anything beyond the simplest task feels like climbing Mount Everest. But what if this challenging week didn't have to be a complete musical standstill? This week …

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Beyond the Bunny - 3 Spring Picture Books for Your Music Class 15:24

2M ago15:24

15:24

Picture this: Your students are completely engaged, their imaginations sparked by familiar stories, and they're learning key musical concepts without even realizing it. You'll discover how to: Explore dynamics with the hilarious mud puddle "attacks" in Robert Munsch's classic. Bring vocabulary to life through creative movement inspired by Dianna Hu…

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Conquer the Zombies by Gamifying Your Music Classroom 18:11

2M ago18:11

18:11

If your students’ energy level is more ‘zombie shuffle’ than of ‘happy dance, I’ve got the cure! It’s time to bring them back to life by gamifying your music classroom! Games are a game-changer (pun intended) when it comes to increasing participation, improving retention, and boosting classroom management. In this action-packed episode, we’ll dive …

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Drowning in Sticky Notes? Get Your Music Teacher Life Organized 31:02

2M ago31:02

31:02

Are you drowning in planners, sticky notes, and to-do lists that never get used? You are NOT alone! We music teachers are BUSY, and staying organized feels like an impossible dream. But don’t worry—I’ve been there, done that, and found a system that actually WORKS. And today, I’m spilling all my secrets! Let’s be real—if you’re not organized, you’r…

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Your New Teacher BFFs Await—How to Build Stronger School Connections 42:36

3M ago42:36

42:36

Ever feel like the only teacher in the building who isn’t in the loop? Connecting with colleagues and feeling respected as part of your school team can be a challenge—but it doesn’t have to be! In this episode, I chat with Kurtis Hewson about how music teachers can play a key role in collaborative response teams and build stronger connections with …

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Spring Books for the Music Classroom 26:29

3M ago26:29

26:29

Students bouncing off the walls? 🌸☀️ Keeping them engaged this time of year can feel like a losing battle, but don’t worry—I’ve got your back! In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, we’re diving into the best spring books to bring into your music classroom. These books aren’t just cute—they’ll have your students singing, moving, and actually p…

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Teaching Music Shouldn’t Be This Hard! Tips for Music Teachers Who are Over It 48:31

3M ago48:31

48:31

Ever wish you had a secret diary full of tried-and-true tips to make your music teaching life easier? What if you could get a bunch of them—all in one place? Teaching music is an incredible job, but let’s be real—it can also be exhausting. Between lesson planning, classroom management, and keeping students engaged, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Th…

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Teaching Tiny Musicians - Make Music Magic for Your Littles 23:30

3M ago23:30

23:30

Teaching Tiny Musicians can be both adorable and overwhelming. Do you dread the days when PreK or Kinder walk through your door? I get it—I used to feel the same way until I figured out how to capture their attention and keep them engaged. In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, I’m sharing my top tips for making music magic with your littlest …

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Spice Up Your Music Lessons for Big Kids 23:33

4M ago23:33

23:33

Spice Up Your Lessons for Big Kids in the Elementary Music Room Want to spice up your music lessons for big kids but find that fun activities quickly turn into chaos? In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, we’re tackling how to keep the excitement without losing control. Big kids can be a tough crowd, but with the right structure, you can make…

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Engage Your Music Class with Brain Breaks and Play-Alongs 26:06

4M ago26:06

26:06

Engage Your Music Class with Brain Breaks and Play-Alongs Looking to revolutionize your elementary music classroom with more engaging activities and fun for everyone, even you? Join us for an illuminating conversation with Brielle D'Souza, the creative force behind the YouTube channel, Music with Brielle. On her channel, Brielle creates engaging vi…

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February Picture Books for Your Music Classroom 20:36

4M ago20:36

20:36

February Books for Music Class In this episode, we're diving into three powerful storybooks perfect for February: Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch by Eileen Spinelli, My Heart by Corinna Luyken, and Follow the Drinking Gourd by Jeanette Winter. These stories beautifully connect with themes of kindness, fitting in, and resilience while offering creativ…

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How to Increase Engagement in Your Elementary Music Room with Friendly Competition/Ep95 17:31

5M ago17:31

17:31

🎶 Ready to discover how to increase engagement in the music room? In this episode, I’m sharing my favorite tips for using friendly competition to spark excitement and participation among your students. We’ll dive into why competition works and explore strategies like gamifying your lessons, dividing students into groups, and even turning quizzes in…

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3 Ways to Fight Exhaustion in the Music Classroom/Ep94 10:33

5M ago10:33

10:33

3 Ways to Fight Exhaustion in the Music Classroom Are you ready to fight exhaustion in the music classroom and reclaim your energy? In this episode, we tackle a common dilemma faced by music teachers: how to manage the overwhelming demands of teaching up to 16 classes a day without completely burning out. From constant student interactions to endle…

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Running Your Elementary Choir - 3 Mistakes Teachers Make/Ep93 35:22

5M ago35:22

35:22

🎶 Running Your Elementary Choir - 3 Mistakes Music Teachers Make 🎶 In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, Jeanette teams up with Bethany Main to tackle the chaos of running your elementary choir. Drawing from years of trial and error, they share the top three mistakes music teachers often make—and how to fix them. From not keeping rehearsals m…

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Winter Storybooks for the Music Classroom - Ep 92 21:33

5M ago21:33

21:33

Winter Storybooks for the Music Classroom In this brand-new monthly episode, I’m sharing my favorite winter-themed books and how you can use them to inspire meaningful lessons in your music classroom! This month, I’m highlighting The Mitten, The Snowy Day, and Owl Moon—each paired with creative activities that help students explore music concepts i…

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Fresh Start for the New Year in Your Music Classroom 13:46

5M ago13:46

13:46

Ready to hit the reset button and kick off your new semester with clarity and creativity? This episode of The Happy Music Teacher podcast is all about giving you the tools to refresh your curriculum and lesson plans so you can tackle the second half of the school year like a pro. We'll dive into how reflecting on the past semester can help you refi…

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How Savvy Music Teachers Get Rest During Their Holiday Break - Ep90 15:39

5M ago15:39

15:39

Are you ready to enjoy your holiday break while actually feeling rested? In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, we’re exploring how savvy music teachers actually get rest during their holiday break. Let’s face it: as teachers, it’s all too easy to let work, family obligations, and last-minute to-dos fill every moment of our break. But rest is …

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3 Holiday Tips for Music Teachers - Ep89 14:16

6M ago14:16

14:16

🎄 Holiday Tips for Music Teachers: Surviving the Season with Joy and Ease! 🎶 The holiday season is a whirlwind for music teachers, filled with concerts, rehearsals, and endless to-dos both at school and at home. In this episode, I’m sharing essential holiday tips for music teachers to help you stay organized, reduce stress, and find joy amidst the …

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Time-Saving Strategies for Planning Your Music Activities - Ep88 15:14

6M ago15:14

15:14

Time-Saving Strategies for Planning Your Music Activities Transform your planning process with time-saving strategies for planning your music lessons! 🎶 In this episode, we focus on two essential tools to help music teachers stay organized and efficient: time blocking and task prioritization. Discover how creating a structured weekly or monthly cal…

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Streamline Your Music Classroom Planning - Ep87 24:27

6M ago24:27

24:27

Streamline your music classroom planning with this insightful podcast episode designed to help music teachers tackle the unique challenges of lesson preparation. In this episode, we discuss why having a structured plan for planning is essential to reducing stress and saving time throughout the school year. From defining your teaching vision to sett…

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Holiday Stress Relief for Elementary Music Teachers - Ep86 13:11

6M ago13:11

13:11

Holiday Stress Relief for Elementary Music Teachers The holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year for elementary music teachers, and the pressure of performances, rehearsals, and year-end activities can cause stress. In this episode, we explore simple, quick self-care practices that can help you stay calm and energized despite the chao…

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5 Ways Music Helps Kids Learn and Grow Ep85 17:13

7M ago17:13

17:13

Five Ways Music Help Kids Learn and Grow In this episode, we dive into how music impacts children’s learning and development. Music not only entertains but also strengthens cognitive abilities, enhances brain growth, and boosts focus. We explore how learning music encourages creativity, improves memory, and helps with language skills. By incorporat…

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Help! I Have PreK - What Music Activities Should I Teach? - Ep84 37:18

7M ago37:18

37:18

Teaching preschool can be a joyful (and sometimes challenging) experience, but with the right tools, it can be incredibly rewarding! 🎶 In this week’s training, I’m sharing my best strategies and music activities for preschool that help you create a classroom routine to keep those little learners engaged and excited. We’ll talk about setting up a da…

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How to Handle Every Music Teacher Challenge with Ease - Ep 83 23:42

7M ago23:42

23:42

Ever wonder how some music teachers seem to handle every challenge with ease? In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, Christy Clark shares her secrets to thriving amidst the chaos. Find out how one simple strategy transformed her toughest teaching days and discover the key to unlocking a supportive community that lifts you up when you need it m…

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Embrace Music Class Chaos for the Win-Ep82 17:49

7M ago17:49

17:49

In this episode, I sit down with Happy Music Teacher Academy member Shannon Pringle to uncover how her experience in the Academy has transformed not only her classroom but also her music teacher journey. Find out how Shannon has embraced the inevitable music class chaos and turned it into a source of excitement, creativity, and deeper student engag…

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Lesson Plans to Help Kids Fall in Love with Music - Ep 81 24:34

8M ago24:34

24:34

Lesson Plans to Help Kids Fall in Love with Music Let’s help your kiddos fall in love with music! In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, we dive into some engaging lesson plans to help. Picture books like Leaf Trouble by Jonathan Emmett, There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed Some Leaves by Lucille Colandro, and Room on the Broom by Julia Donalds…

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3 Challenges Music Teachers Face & How to Solve Them - Ep 80 26:10

8M ago26:10

26:10

One of the biggest struggles for educators is the unique challenges elementary music teachers face. From managing large groups of students to finding ways to keep them engaged with a variety of musical activities, it can often feel overwhelming. In this episode, we’ll explore three common challenges, including classroom management, student engageme…

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Being an Elementary Music Teacher - 3 Mistakes We Make - Ep79 23:50

8M ago23:50

23:50

Being an elementary music teacher comes with its own set of challenges, but sometimes the biggest hurdle is our own mindset. In this episode, I talk about three common mistakes we all make: focusing too much on our own missteps, dwelling on the negatives we see in our students, and worrying about what we haven't accomplished. These habits hold us b…

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Engaging Kids with Classical Music - 3 Ways-Ep78 13:12

8M ago13:12

13:12

In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, we explore 3 powerful ways to engage kids with classical music. The discussion begins with the concept of using listening maps. These visual aids help students follow along with musical pieces, making complex compositions more accessible and enjoyable. By providing a structured way to track the music, stu…

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Classical Music Activities for Kids - 5 Fun Ways to Enjoy It - Ep 77 15:44

9M ago15:44

15:44

✨ **New Podcast Episode Alert!** 🎧 Classical Music Activities for kids are a huge part of teaching in the elementary music classroom. 🎶 That’s why in this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, we explore creative ways to introduce classical music to students using popular media. From movie soundtracks to video games, these classical music activities …

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Books for the Elementary Music Classroom with Theresa Cocci - Ep76 44:29

9M ago44:29

44:29

✨ **New Podcast Episode Alert!** 🎧 Let’s dive into the magical world of books for the elementary music classroom In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher podcast. The talented Theresa Cocci is a two-time children’s book author and a music teacher, and she shares her journey of creating delightful stories centered around her dog. She and I explore…

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Tips for Music Teachers: Making Music Count with Limited Time - EP75 8:12

9M ago8:12

8:12

Check out these tips for music teachers who only have their students for a limited time. In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, we dive into a unique challenge that many music teachers face—what to do when you only see your students once a month. How can you create meaningful, engaging, and memorable music experiences under such limited circum…

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Children’s Books for Music Class: A Chat with Author Bethany Main - Ep74 25:02

9M ago25:02

25:02

✨ **New Podcast Episode Alert!** 🎧 Children's books for music class can be powerful tools for sparking student engagement and creating memorable learning experiences. In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, I sit down with the wonderful Bethany Main, author of Our First Day of Music. Her vibrant new book is perfect for introducing young student…

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Smooth Start for Symphony: Mr. Henry’s Online Music Course - EP73 36:28

9M ago36:28

36:28

In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, I chat with Bill Henry from Mr. Henry’s Music World about his exciting new online music teacher course, Smooth Start Symphony. Bill shares how this course was specifically designed to help elementary music teachers kick off the school year with a smooth, successful start. We dive deep into how kids thrive…

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Set Boundaries and Love Teaching Again - EP72 41:19

10M ago41:19

41:19

In this empowering episode of The Happy Music Teacher, I sit down with Grace Stevens, a teacher empowerment coach who understands the unique challenges music educators face. We dive into the realities of striving for that "dream class" and how, instead of waiting for it to magically appear, you can transform your current class into one that brings …

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Exit Ticket Tips - Ep71 8:16

11M ago8:16

8:16

In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, we delve into the magic of exit tickets and how they can transform your music classroom. Discover a selection of 20 creative and engaging exit ticket ideas designed to capture students' excitement and assess their understanding in fun and meaningful ways. From musical emoji drawings to rhythm claps and fa…

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The Secret Sauce of Teacher Empowerment: Practical Wisdom for Educators-Ep70 36:44

12M ago36:44

36:44

In this episode, I welcome Grace Stevens, an Educator Empowerment Coach with a rich background as a former corporate VP and a seasoned public school educator. Grace shares her journey from corporate burnout to finding fulfillment in teaching, only to encounter similar challenges in the education sector. She discusses her transition to becoming a fu…

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Solving Rehearsal Disruptions: Taming the Know-it-All-Ep69 7:54

12M ago7:54

7:54

In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher: Music Teacher Dilemmas, we tackle the challenging situation of dealing with rehearsal disruptions caused by other teachers. Specifically, we discuss what to do when another teacher steps in uninvited and takes over your rehearsal, causing confusion and frustration. We'll explore effective strategies for a…

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Navigating Adapted Music Education: Expert Tips for Success-Ep68 10:17

12M ago10:17

10:17

In this episode, we explore my highly effective drum circle strategy tailored for students with special needs. This method, ideal for special ed music activities, offers a structured yet flexible environment where students can thrive. By integrating opportunities for student leadership, creativity, and full participation, the drum circle not only e…

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Supporting Students Beyond Basic Music Instruction Ep67 14:12

1y ago14:12

14:12

In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, Jeanette addresses a heartfelt question from Jaylen Fenner, an elementary music teacher struggling with feelings of inadequacy and burnout after teaching in a low-economic district. Jalen shares the challenges of balancing life skills and social-emotional regulation with foundational music instruction. Je…

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Engage Students with an Innovative Music Curriculum: An Interview with Elementary Music Specialist Erin Elliott 28:25

1y ago28:25

28:25

In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher, Jeanette sits down with the amazing elementary music teacher Erin Elliott to discuss the critical role of creativity and joy in music education. Erin and Jeanette chat about how important it is to lay a solid musical foundation while making the learning process fun and engaging for young students. They sh…

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Surviving the First Year: Tips for New Music Teachers 14:47

1y ago14:47

14:47

Everyone knows that the first year of teaching is the hardest. That’s why in this episode of The Happy Music Teacher Podcast, I tackle the common struggles faced during the first year of teaching elementary music. I explore practical tips to try for managing the unique challenges that new teachers encounter, including classroom management, battling…

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Smooth Sailing to the End of the Year with Special Events - Ep64 20:56

1y ago20:56

20:56

Smooth Sailing to the End of the Year with Special Events In this episode of The Happy Music Teacher Podcast, we explore the transformative power of incorporating special events into the classroom routine to ease the end-of-year. We’ll talk about three ideas—Talent Share, Movie Day, and Karaoke Day—delving into how these events not only spark joy a…

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5 End-of-the-Year Tricks for Saving Your Sanity Ep63 16:06

1y ago16:06

16:06

Get ready to ease into the end of the school year in the elementary school music classroom! In this episode, you'll hear 5 game-changing tips to salvage your sanity as the school year winds down. Do Nothing New - Review, Review, Review - I’ll tell you all about the power of revisiting familiar material to streamline your lesson planning and infuse …

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