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When it comes to teaching choir, should we focus on rote learning or reading notation? The answer might be a little bit of both! In this episode, Bryson unpacks the benefits and challenges of teaching by rote and by note in a choral setting. Drawing from his own experience launching a sixth-grade choir, he shares practical strategies for meeting students where they are, building musical literacy, and keeping the joy of music-making at the center. Whether you're working with young singers or looking to refine your approach, this episode is packed with ideas to help you strike the right balance in your choir rehearsals.
Episode Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
2:17 Blending General Music and Choir
7:53 The Balance of Rote and Note
Links and Resources:
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By Bryson Tarbet, M.M.Ed.4.5
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When it comes to teaching choir, should we focus on rote learning or reading notation? The answer might be a little bit of both! In this episode, Bryson unpacks the benefits and challenges of teaching by rote and by note in a choral setting. Drawing from his own experience launching a sixth-grade choir, he shares practical strategies for meeting students where they are, building musical literacy, and keeping the joy of music-making at the center. Whether you're working with young singers or looking to refine your approach, this episode is packed with ideas to help you strike the right balance in your choir rehearsals.
Episode Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
2:17 Blending General Music and Choir
7:53 The Balance of Rote and Note
Links and Resources:
Have questions or want to share feedback? Reach out to us at [email protected] - we’d love to hear from you!
Grab your free ticket to the Elementary Music Summit®: January Refresh -> www.thatmusicteacher.com/summit
Have questions or want to share feedback? Reach out to us at [email protected] - we’d love to hear from you!

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