by Judy Pine | Apr 25, 2019 | Music Education, Orff, The Learning Center
West Music Education Consultant, Judy Pine, shares her perspective on how attending a summer Orff Schulwerk Workshop will re-charge your fall! The Orff Schulwerk approach to learning, developed by Carl Orff and Gunild Keetman, builds musicianship through singing,...
by Andrea Pelloquin | Dec 20, 2018 | Music Education, Music, Books, & Resources
Have you presented a few musical programs with your students in the past, and are considering doing something “a bit more involved?” Consider trying a junior musical! There are several series of shows available: Broadway Junior and KIDS Collection from Music...
by Andrea Pelloquin | Dec 3, 2018 | Music Education, Music, Books, & Resources
It’s that time of year when thoughts turn to holiday celebrations, school concerts, and gift-giving. We are excited to share two selections for this month that fit in perfectly for all those occasions! Early Elementary Selection Walking in a Winter Wonderland As...
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 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...
by Andrea Pelloquin | Sep 20, 2018 | Kids & Movement, Music Education, Music, Books, & Resources
We are excited to share our September Children’s Book of the Month selections for both early and late elementary. Watch for details on our Facebook Live discussion next week featuring the Kindermusik Musical Storytime series! Early Elementary: Kindermusik...
