Introducing
Dr. Merlin B. Thompson
Founder of Teach Music 21C
"Helping music teachers become the best you can possibly be."
At Teach Music 21C, here's WHY we TEACH...
Because we
care about
MUSIC MAKING.
Because we
care about
PEOPLE.
Because we
care about
MUSIC TEACHING.
Here's WHAT we BELIEVE...
Music makers are DIVERSE. They come in all abilities, ages, and backgrounds.
Successful music lessons are COLLABORATIVE and REFLECTIVE.
Nurture the WHOLE PERSON: physical, emotional, intellectual, intuitive, and spiritual.
Here's WHAT we're DOING...
Asking DIFFERENT QUESTIONS and using 21st CENTURY TOOLS like Curriculum Models.
Preparing students for meaningful music making across their ENTIRE LIFESPAN.
Building a thriving COMMUNITY of music teachers who empower today's students.
Are you NEW to Teach Music 21C?
Here's where you can start:
Of course, we'd love for you to join Teach Music 21C Certification:
A 21st century action plan for music teaching.
- Learn how to engage today's music students.
- Learn how to use neuroscience research to boost practicing.
- Rewire your thinking, renew your purpose, and reignite your passion.
Here's what music teachers say about TM21C Certification -
Testimonial from Lana: "Teach Music 21C Certification helped me clarify my thoughts. This course gave me a framework for interacting with each student and family individually in a way that serves their situations and needs best. I have been excited by the growth I see within my students as they have more of a say in their artistic education and have had to lengthen course times because they didn't want the lesson to end!"
Testimonial from Peter:"The entire approach to teaching music - teach the whole student not just the music, employ curricula and pedagogy that motivate AND instruct to high standards, the role of parents and family, among many other ideas, Teach Music 21C Certification has clarified my thinking and inspired me to continue to become the teacher I always knew I could be. I recommend it whole-heartedly!"
Testimonial from Laurence:"Teach Music 21C Certification is a long awaited breath of fresh air. It is exactly what I needed for my music studio. Students have loved absolutely everything I have tried from this course. I highly recommend TM21C Certification to all teachers."