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Even though we’re approaching Thanksgiving, as music teacher’s we’ve already started on Christmas music. Here’s a great post from Janna Williamson: How to Teach Holiday Music.
P.S. She recommends my new Christmas By Ear book as part of her first tip!
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It’s time to cue up our Thanksgiving listening playlist! Mine is Thanksgiving playlist is public on Spotify which means you can enjoy it as well! Here’s a sneak peek:
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Thanksgiving piano music:
Now Thank We All Our God arranged by Leila Viss.
A Thanksgiving Prayer (elementary solo) by Wendy Stevens
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As you know, the minute Thanksgiving is over, the world moves onto the Christmas/giving season. As you consider where you might be able to give even amidst rising prices in our own lives, consider these 10 Music-Based Organizations on #givingtuesday.
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Our book club selection of the month is Bread & Wine by Shauna Niequist.
I’m only a few chapters in, but I can say without a doubt, it is a great book to be reading this season!
I can’t believe it was published in 2013 and I am just now reading it.
This book speaks to my soul so much! Highly recommended!
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Eight Thanksgiving-themed games activities from Susan Paradis.
My two favorites from her I pull out every year at this time are Chasing the Turkey and Save the Turkey
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From my kitchen to yours, here are some of my favorite holiday recipes, music, kitchen gadgets, and more.
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For your group performance classes: Pumpkin pie listening thermometers
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Two songs I love to sing this time of year:
Come Thou Fount (I Will Sing) by Chris Tomlin. It beautifully combines the best of the timeless hymn with a contemporary bridge (I Will Sing).
This next song, written by Keith and Kristy Getty, focuses on spiritual blessings.
My Heart is Filled with Thankfulness by Keith and Kristyn Getty.
