by Jessica Palmer | Jul 23, 2020 | Music, Books, & Resources, The Learning Center
Singing doesn’t have to stay in the music room! Singing is incredibly beneficial to people of any age for a variety of reasons – from lowering stress levels to helping with memorization. The best way to encourage singing in the classroom is to practice it...
by Jessica Palmer | Jul 15, 2020 | Kids & Movement, Music, Books, & Resources, The Learning Center
Movement is a staple in the general music room! From rhythmic marching to fluid arm exploration, movement activities are a great way for students to practice musical concepts or learn about a new culture. Here are a few of our favorite movement resources. Creative...
by Randy Hargis | May 7, 2020 | Classroom Furniture & Equipment, Music Education, Music, Books, & Resources
Shop Our Classroom Sets To say we are currently in uncharted waters would be a HUGE understatement. While our remote teaching/learning environment is fraught with challenges, there are opportunities that can be realized by “thinking out of the box.” It is truly...
by West Music Company | May 1, 2020 | Company Culture, Kids & Movement, Mariachi, Music, Books, & Resources, Orff, Recorders, The Learning Center, Ukulele
Set yourself up for success by maximizing your remaining budget dollars. We’re here to help you find the best options for you and your students! School and work might look a bit different right now, but some things don’t change, like our dedication to...
by Jessica Palmer | Apr 6, 2020 | Music, Books, & Resources, The Learning Center
Whether you are a teacher moving your curriculum online or a parent who us suddenly a home school teacher, West Music is here to help! Our Educational Consultants have picked out some great resources that can be used at home or over video to keep students actively...
by Jessica Palmer | Mar 26, 2020 | Drums & Percussion, Guitars & Folk, Kids & Movement, Music Education, Music, Books, & Resources, Recorders, Ukulele
Everyone is looking for some way to make their daily lives a little bit better. Whether it’s a gadget or a novelty instrument to improve your music-making, the choices out there can get overwhelming! Don’t worry, we’re here to help. Here are 15 of our favorite items...