Teacher Tips Archives - Omaha Conservatory of Music

Teacher Tip: Musical Character

September 20th, 2021 • Teacher Tips

One of my favorite things to explore with students is musical character. There are so many different ways to play...

2021 Nebraska All-State Prep

August 23rd, 2021 • Teacher Tips

Every year, the Nebraska Music Education Association (NMEA) provides an amazing opportunity for high school instrumental and voice students (grades...

Teacher Tip: A happy space is a creative space…..or is it the other way around?

August 20th, 2021 • Teacher Tips

While studying music in college, I visited the Cleveland Institute of Music’s annual “viola day.” While there, I had master...

Resource Roundup: What’s In Your Musical Toolbox?

July 20th, 2021 • Music Education, Teacher Tips

The excitement is palpable and musical inspiration is at an all-time high at the Omaha Conservatory this week—SoundWaves is here!...

Pack Your Bags: Are You Ready for Camp?

July 13th, 2021 • Music Education, Teacher Tips

Our summer camp, SoundWaves, is less than one week away! We’ve compiled a list of things to bring in your instrument case or bag/backpack so you’re prepared with the necessary tools to have the best week ever at SoundWaves!

Teacher Tips: The Importance of Counting

March 11th, 2021 • Music Education, Teacher Tips

Counting and reading rhythms will make you the independent, confident player you want to become.

Teacher Tips: Active Musical Listening

December 15th, 2020 • Teacher Tips

Do you ever find yourself in a mental rut in a rehearsal? Have you played or heard a piece so often that it’s become a bit boring? Let yourself be immersed in it!