by Katie Senn | Oct 11, 2019 | Kids & Movement, Music, Books, & Resources, The Learning Center
It’s not just fun – puppets that complement a storybook can enhance children’s learning experiences in your classroom by bringing a story to their visual lives. Education Consultant Jessica Palmer has paired timeless classic stories and new favorites with sparkly,...
by Kathy Bohstedt | Apr 25, 2019 | Kids & Movement, Music Education
Former West Music Education Consultant, Kathy Bohstedt, shares her perspective on how attending a summer Kodály Workshop will re-charge your fall! Taking my first level of Kodály training helped me pull together the concepts and activities I taught in my music...
by Tereasa Evans | Mar 20, 2019 | Kids & Movement, The Learning Center
Have you ever seen YouTube videos of smiling faces “drumming” on stability balls using drumsticks and wondered WHAT IS THIS!?? Most likely, you found a Drums Alive video! Drums Alive is a unique program combining fitness, music, and movement, and has been proven to...
by Tereasa Evans | Nov 30, 2018 | Drums & Percussion, Kids & Movement, Music Education, Music Therapy
Basic Beat is West Music’s exclusive brand of percussion instruments and accessories designed with the educator in mind. Because West Music has developed and sources the products directly from manufacturers, it allows us to offer...
by Andrea Pelloquin | Oct 17, 2018 | Kids & Movement, Music, Books, & Resources
We are excited to share our October Children’s Book of the Month selections for both early and late elementary, Monster Boogie and Halloween Hustle. Watch for details on our Facebook Live Halloween feature on Thursday at 3:30 CST! Early Elementary: Monster Boogie by...
by Aaron Hansen | Oct 3, 2018 | Kids & Movement, Music Education, Music, Books, & Resources
What is Noodle Loaf? West Music is entering a new territory by sponsoring a podcast called Noodle Loaf! Noodle Loaf is an interactive and engaging podcast experience for kids ages 3-9 and their families. The podcast was initially conceived to provide a positive and...
