Creating Your Ultimate Conversational Solfege Resource Kit

Hey there, music educators! 🎶 I’m excited to share some thoughts and recommendations based on nearly 20 years of experience working with GIA’s Conversational Solfege materials. These resources have not only shaped my teaching practice but can also be incredibly beneficial for your classrooms. I aim to help you build your own personal Ultimate Feierabend …

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First Steps Reinforces Reading Readiness

Share this with your school community and let them know how your music curriculum supports reading literacy. •Providing conversational experiences in Line Tracking (L-R) •Conversational approach to Print Awareness •Expanding musical Vocabulary while reinforcing classroom vocabularies. •Practicing Phonology Awareness when teaching a song and expecting students to imitate and recall a singing model. •Developing Narrative Skills when asking …

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John Crever’s Thoughts About Which FSM Resources to Purchase First

If you’re overwhelmed by the number of resources for FSM and wondering where to start acquiring them, let me offer these lists to help you prioritize your purchases. April 2025 Update While digital downloads are convenient and easily shared between departments, they can sometimes be overlooked or forgotten inside a computer or device. Having a …

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