Helping music students get back into the routine of practicing after their summer break is the theme for this podcast. Join Lorrie Merrell and Merlin Thompson as they explore this important topic for music teachers in September. A super discussion.

A lively discussion with Merlin B. Thompson and Lorrie Merrell as we return to teaching in September and the importance of the "Big Picture" in our studio teaching.

Helping music students connect with other music students is an important element of building musical communities. Join Paul McGlinchey and Merlin B. Thompson as they explore the various ways music teachers can create music student communities.

It's the month of June and so it's time for music teachers to reflect on their students' musical journey over previous months. Join Lorrie Merrell and Merlin B. Thompson as they explore Student Report Cards and how to wrap things up with parents.

Looking once more at how Times have Changed - Merlin Thompson and Paul McGlinchey examine how music teachers can help our students create meaningful musical journeys.

Learning to play by ear and listening to repertoire recordings are mainstays of the Suzuki Method. Join Lorrie Merrell and Merlin B. Thompson as they explore how they have evolved in their Suzuki Piano teaching from "back in the day" to the present.

A dynamic conversation with Merlin B. Thompson and Paul McGlinchey as they explore how today's music lessons look different from previous generations. Lots of food for thought here as they examine the different interpersonal layers of music teaching.

Communication plays an important role in music lessons. In this podcast, Merlin B. Thompson and Lorrie Merrell share some of their Best Music Teacher Phrases for engaging students. A practical and insightful discussion. For more resources on the topic of Best Teacher Phrases, visit TeachMusic21C.com/Resources .

How can music teachers help their students prepare for concerts? What's involved? Join Lorrie Merrell and Merlin B. Thompson as they explore the strategies and processes of successful Concert Preparation.

"Teach Music 21C" is a podcast series for music teachers who want to create successful students' musical journeys by refreshing their teaching practice with practical tools, fresh strategies, and real-world insights. In this episode, Paul McGlinchey and Merlin Thompson explore the must-have activities of successful first music lessons. It's a great way to get students' musical journey underway.