Category Archives: Teaching

Rick Snyder Is Dead Wrong on Right To Work

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Joe Guarr
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‎”Where free unions and collective bargaining are forbidden, freedom is lost.” This quote was uttered not by some left-wing union leader, but by one of the idols of the conservative movement, Ronald Reagan. This fundamental freedom, so eloquently defended by … Continue reading →

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Music Tech On A Budget

Posted on November 12, 2012 by Joe Guarr
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Last spring, I was asked to create an entirely new music offering at my school, something to expand on our current program of band, jazz band and choir. After all of four seconds of deliberation, I decided that I was … Continue reading →

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So, You’re About to Start Teaching…

Posted on August 21, 2012 by Joe Guarr
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This post was inspired by a tweet from Marcia Neel. As I prepare to begin my third year of teaching, my very first day on the job still seems like it happened just yesterday. All of the events and emotions … Continue reading →

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#musedchat Mock Interview Questions

Posted on April 9, 2012 by Joe Guarr
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Interview Practice Questions 1.Tell me a little bit about yourself. 2.What is the role of the teacher in the classroom? 3.Tell me about your student teaching. 4.What was your favorite course in college? 5.What techniques do you use to motivate … Continue reading →

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#Musedchat Music Resource Smackdown

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Joe Guarr
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The National Jukebox from the Library of Congress. NPR Music. Justinguitar.com. Resource with tons of free video guitar lessons. Incredibox. Students can jump into composing and creating immediately. Aviary’s Roc music creator. Composing with loops and patterns. Noteflight. Online music … Continue reading →

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Becoming Creators, Not Just Consumers

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Joe Guarr
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Nothing makes a student’s eyes light up quite like the chance to independently create. For our students to realize their maximum potential, not just in music but in any subject, we must allow space for creation in our classrooms. Creativity … Continue reading →

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The Evolution of a Profession

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Joe Guarr
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Tonight’s edition of #musedchat had me in the mood for reflection. I graduated from high school in 2004. I finished my bachelor’s degree in 2009, and I’ve been teaching full-time for nearly two years. In that time, the field of … Continue reading →

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Three Days of MMC in the Form of a Tweet

Posted on January 21, 2012 by Joe Guarr
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The past few days were spent in Grand Rapids attending the 2012 Michigan Music Conference. It’s always a great way to learn something new, recharge my batteries, and make new connections. What follows are some of the highlights from three … Continue reading →

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YouTube Roundup—January 4th

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Joe Guarr
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Bobby McFerrin demonstrates the power of the pentatonic scale. From TEDxSydney, Richard Gill on the value of music education. JJ Johnson performs Blue Bossa. Love that bass groove. Lady Gaga Fugue The Trombonist's Mouthpiece by Joe Guarr is licensed under … Continue reading →

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Musical Resolutions for 2012

Posted on January 1, 2012 by Joe Guarr
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Last year, my roommate made the insane admirable pledge to not drink for all of 2011. This is a guy who I’ve shared many a beer with, over birthdays and Michigan State games. Somebody who was always up for a casual … Continue reading →

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