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July 7th - 11th, 2025
A free online conference to help you start the school year feeling fully equipped with the tools and confidence to change students' lives through music,
without feeling lost on "music teacher island."
It's almost time to start a new school year-- let's make this the best one yet.
As you gear up for a brand new school year, you're likely dreaming of the incredible musical growth and joy you'll foster in your classroom. Let's dive into engaging strategies and innovative ideas that will not only captivate your students but also empower you to teach with more ease and prevent burnout throughout the year.
Let's make this school year your best one yet.
During this free online event 30 elementary music experts will help you start the new year feeling fully-equipped and ready to make this your best school year yet!
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The Speakers
We're excited to introduce the fantastic speakers joining us for the Elementary Music Summit®. Get ready for actionable strategies and fresh perspectives tailored to the unique world of elementary music education.
Stephanie Leavell
(she/her)
Feel the Beat: Creative Rhythm Resources for Early Elementary Music
Roger Sams
Purposeful Pathways Possibilities for the Elementary Music Classroom
Melanie Alexander, NBCT
Sing, Move, Play, and Create with MusicFirst Elementary
Dr. Mary Birkner
Sing, Move, Play, and Create with MusicFirst Elementary
Bill Henry
Strategies to Build a Strong Foundation for a Successful Year!
BethAnn Hepburn
(she/her)
Purposeful Pathways Possibilities for the Elementary Music Classroom
Rainy Barton
(she/her)
Quick & Engaging Music Activities for the Last Five Minutes
Gina Vidak
(she/her)
Producing a School Musical with Grade 4-6 Students
Analisa Byrd
(she/her)
Are Uke Integrating Ukulele Yet?
Melody Oberschlake
(she/her)
Popular Music in the General Music Classroom: Orff and Modern Band Collide
Aileen Miracle
(she/her)
Songs, Activities, and Projects for Upper Elementary
Dr. Liz Stafford
Teaching From Your Values
Leanna O'Brien
(she/her)
Get Moving, Get Learning: Must-Have Lessons for an Engaging Music Classroom
Stephanie Powell
Yes, You Can Do Bucket Drumming With Your Neurodiverse Students!
Erin Elliott
(she/her)
Beyond the Notes: A Creative Approach to Recorders
Michelle Brinkman
(she/her)
Exploring Orff-Schulwerk Through Children's Literature
Alessandra Santaguida
(she/her)
Let’s Get Organized! Tips, Strategies and Systems for Busy Music Teachers
Grace Stevens
(she/her)
Hacking the School/Life Balance Myth
Debbie O'Shea (she/her)
10 Engaging Songs and Rhymes for Young Children
Rachel Ammons
(she/her)
Culturally Responsive Teaching in a Multicultural Society
Renée Gehlbach
(she/her)
The Itinerant Music Teacher's "Survival Guide"
Elizabeth Gaskill
(she/her)
Little Notes, Big Ideas: Music Making for Young Minds
Kelly Ruggieri
(she/her)
It's Possible! LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Elementary Music
Amy M. Burns
(she/her)
Help! Preschool and Kindergarten Have Been Added to My Schedule!
Jonathan Wyatt
We're in the Money: A Survivor's Guide for Grantwriting
Scott Panfil
(he/him)
Choose and Use a School Sound System
Susie Davies-Splitter
(she/her)
Sing it, Say it, Dance it, Play it
Emily Brackney
We ALL Make Music: Active Inclusion of Special Needs Students
Amber Hann
Bullseye! Hit the Mark with Classroom Management that Builds Student Confidence!
BethAnn Hepburn
(she/her)
From Solfege to Song
With Keynote Speaker:
Bryson Tarbet, M.M.Ed. (he/him)
Elevate Your Music Teaching Skills: Four Decisions for Elementary Music Specialists
MEET YOUR HOST
Hi, I’m Bryson! I’m on a mission to make content-specific professional development accessible to music educators everywhere. As a former PreK-6th grade general music teacher turned full-time instructional coach, I know firsthand how challenging it can be to find your footing in the classroom, especially when you realize that undergrad didn’t cover everything you need to succeed. That’s why I created the Elementary Music Summit®—a space where we can come together to gain practical skills, share ideas, and build a supportive community.
With a Bachelor’s in Music Education from Ohio Wesleyan University and a Master’s in Music Education with a Kodály emphasis from Capital University, I bring both formal training and real-world experience to this event. During my time in the classroom and as part of an intervention team, I developed a deep commitment to creating inclusive, sensory-friendly, and engaging learning environments. Now, through That Music Teacher, LLC, I’m thrilled to support other educators in making a lasting impact in their classrooms. Let’s learn and grow together!
The Details
When
The Elementary Music Summit®: will be held July 7th-11th, 2025.
Sessions will be live between 9:00am and 5:00pm Eastern.
Where
I don't know about you, but my favorite types of PD are those that can be done anywhere. With that being said, you can tune into the summit from anywhere with internet access.
(Did somebody say PD poolside?)
Presentations
Presentations will be an hour long each. Whether you join us live or catch the replay, each speaker will share actionable information that will help you create a lasting impact on the lives of the students in your classroom.
PARTY IT UP
You'll also have access to a private community for the summit where we'll be partying it up before the summit starts and cheering each other on once it kicks off.
Looking for Credits?
We are pleased to share that the Vandercook College of Music MECA is offering graduate credits for those who join us live! Click here to learn more about this fantastic opportunity.
The All-access pass
After registering, you can also upgrade to gain access to the All-Access Pass. That means you'll get extended access to the presentations and so many other amazing resources to help you in the classroom. You won't want to miss it!
It’s easy to feel forgotten about as an elementary music teacher.
We're on a mission to make sure you don't get lost on 'music teacher island.'
The professional development our school districts provide us are rarely helpful in our day-to-day lives in the classrooms.
That's why we created the Elementary Music Summit® - to bring you the tools, resources, and training created specifically for you as an elementary music teacher.
During the Elementary Music Summit® You'll Learn:
Time-saving strategies to help you use your time more productively.
Practical ways to ensure that all of your students are reaching their full potential.
How to balance #AllTheThings and getting everything done without dropping any balls.
And so much more!
It's time to increase your impact in the elementary music classroom.
(Without adding more to your already too-full plate)
IT’S TIME TO…
-Refresh your confidence and bring renewed energy to your elementary music career.
-Start building a classroom where every student can thrive—no matter their learning needs.
-Finally find the balance to enjoy being an elementary music teacher while preserving your personal time and well-being.
Let's Jumpstart the new year together!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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