The Music in Our Homeschool Podcast with Gena Mayo easy music education tips, strategies, and curriculum resources for homeschooling parents
Enrich your homeschooling journey with the joy and ease of homeschool music education. Each week, veteran homeschooling mom of 8 and music teacher for over 30 years, Gena shares practical tips, homeschool music resources, inspiration, and encouragement for homeschool parents and teachers to seamlessly integrate music into your curriculum. From 15-minute music appreciation quick wins to in-depth explorations of music theory for homeschoolers, we've got you covered. Explore composers' stories, gain insights into music concepts, and discover affordable home education resources such as homeschool music lessons to bring quality and fullness to your homeschooling experience. Find the website at MusicinOurHomeschool.com, the online course site at Learn.MusicinOurHomeschool.com, and the Music in Our Homeschool Plus Membership at MusicinOurHomeschool.com/Membership. A popular Free Music Lessons freebie can be downloaded at MusicinOurHomeschool.com/FreeMusicLessons
Episodes
129 episodes
129: Easy Ways to Teach Music the Charlotte Mason Way in Your Homeschool
Want to include music in your Charlotte Mason homeschool but aren't sure where to begin? You don't need a music degree—or even any musical experience—to give your children a rich and meaningful music education.In this episode of the Musi...
128: Composer Spotlight with Spider-Man Movie Music: Comparing Three Incredible Film Composers Danny Elfman, Michael Giacchino, and Daniel Pemberton
Have you ever noticed how different each Spider-Man movie sounds?In this replay of a live Music in Our Homeschool Plus lesson, we're exploring three remarkable film composers who each created a musical world for Spider-Man:• Danny...
127: What are the New Music Learning Paths from Music in Our Homeschool?
Are you wondering where your child should begin with music education—or what to teach next?In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, I'm introducing the brand-new Music Learning Paths from Music in Our Homesch...
126: What is Homeschool Art Box and How Can it Make Fine Arts Made Easy for Your Homeschool
Homeschool Art Box: Fine Arts Made Easy with Sarah HarmelingHave you ever wanted to include more art in your homeschool but felt overwhelmed by the planning, supplies, and preparation? In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschoo...
125: The Easiest Music Appreciation Activity for Your Homeschool: Music Bingo Games
What if one simple game could help your children learn musical instruments, famous composers, and music theory concepts?In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, Gena Mayo shares why Music Bingo Games are one of the easiest...
124: 15-Minute Music Lesson on Biblical Royalty in Baroque Music: King David, King Solomon, and Queen Esther Through the Music of Handel
Can music help bring Bible stories to life?In today’s episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, we’re exploring the fascinating connection between Scripture, history, and classical music through the lives of three biblical rulers: ...
123: Practical Online Piano Instruction for Homeschoolers with Hoffman Academy
Have you ever wished your child could learn piano but felt overwhelmed by the cost, scheduling, or your own lack of musical experience? In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, Gena Mayo shares practical ways homeschool families ...
122: Charlotte Mason Music Education for Homeschoolers: Simple Ideas for Every Age
Charlotte Mason believed that children deserve an education filled with beauty, truth, and goodness—and music is an important part of that vision.In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, we're exploring what music educatio...
121: Father Figures in Musicals: A Meaningful Father's Day Music Lesson for Homeschoolers
Have you ever noticed how many memorable fathers appear in some of our favorite musicals?In this special Father's Day episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, we're exploring four unforgettable father figures from musical theater ...
120: Harry Potter-Inspired Music Appreciation Lessons for Homeschool Families
Have your children fallen in love with the world of Harry Potter? What if you could use that excitement to teach meaningful music appreciation concepts in your homeschool?In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, Gena Mayo ...
119: Why Hamilton the Musical Became a Sensation (and What Homeschoolers Can Learn From It)
Have you ever wondered why Hamilton: An American Musical became such a cultural phenomenon—and why people who never cared much about history or musicals suddenly became obsessed with it?In today’s episode of the Music in Our Hom...
118: 15-Minute Music Lesson About Music Inspired by Weather ~ Easy Music Appreciation for Your Homeschool
Have you ever noticed how music can sound like rain, wind, sunshine, or even a thunderstorm? In today’s episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, Gena Mayo shares a simple and engaging 15-minute music lesson that helps homeschool families...
117: The Ultimate Guide to Hands-On Music Activities in Your Homeschool
Have you ever felt like music time in your homeschool is either not happening at all—or it’s just pressing play while your kids listen passively? In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, we’re talking about how to make music come...
116: What Artists Saw in Mothers (That We Often Miss): Encouragement for Moms & Art Appreciation for Homeschoolers
Have you ever felt like motherhood is made up of ordinary moments that no one really sees?In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, Gena Mayo invites homeschool moms to slow down and look at motherhood through the eyes of a...
115: Why "Music in Our Homeschool Plus" is the Simplest Way to Include Music in Your Homeschool
Have you ever wanted to include music in your homeschool… but it just keeps getting pushed aside?In this encouraging episode, we’re talking about a simple, realistic solution that actually works for busy homeschool families. If you’ve ev...
114: 15-Minute Music Lesson on Genesis 1 Creation for Earth Day
Have you ever thought about connecting music with the story of creation in Genesis? What if a simple 15-minute lesson could help your children not only understand the beauty of Genesis 1, but also hear it come alive through music?<...
113: What happens when you don't include music education in your homeschool?
Have you ever wondered what your children might miss if music education isn’t part of your homeschool?In today’s episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, we explore an important—but often overlooked—question: What act...
112: Composer Spotlight on Joseph Haydn "Father of the Symphony"
Have you ever wondered how the symphony became one of the most important forms in classical music—and who made it what it is today?In this episode, we explore the life and legacy of Joseph Haydn, often called the “Father of the Symphony....
111: How to Save Money in Your Homeschool Music Education (lessons, instruments, courses, etc.)
Are you worried that music education in your homeschool is too expensive to maintain? What if you could give your children a rich, meaningful music education without spending a fortune?In today’s episode of the Music in Our Homeschool po...
110: How do Music and Art in the Homeschool Help Improve Mental Health for Students and Parents
Are you wondering how to support your child’s mental health in your homeschool—without adding more to your already full plate?In this encouraging episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, you’ll discover how music and art ...
109: The Ultimate Guide to Classical Music for Beginners (Perfect for Homeschool Families)
Have you ever felt intimidated by classical music and wondered how to introduce it to your homeschool in a simple, enjoyable way?In this special episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, Gena Mayo celebrates the two-year ...
108: Composer Spotlight on Amy Beach the First Successful American Woman Composer
Who was Amy Beach, and why is she considered one of the most important composers in American music history?In this Composer Spotlight episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, host Gena Mayo introduces homescho...
107: Why Study Different Musical Styles in Your Homeschool and Which Styles to Study
Are your children listening to only one type of music in your homeschool?In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, Gena Mayo explores why studying a variety of musical styles is one of the simplest and most powerful ways to...
106: Music Theory Mini Lesson: What is a Key Signature? for homeschooling families
Have you ever looked at a piece of sheet music and wondered what those sharps and flats at the beginning actually mean?In today’s episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, I’m sharing a 10-minute excerpt from one of our live 30-min...
105: What Is Percussion and How Can You Easily Include It in Your Homeschool
What is percussion—and how can you easily include it in your homeschool without adding another complicated subject to your day?In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, Gena Mayo explains what percussion instruments are, wh...