180 | Transform Learning Through Movement with Leanna O’Brien

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of That Music Podcast, Bryson sits down with Leanna O’Brien to dive into the power of movement in the music classroom. Leanna shares her journey from a struggling first-year teacher to discovering how meaningful movement can transform student learning. They chat about why movement is essential, how to make it work with older students, and practical ways to bring musical concepts to life through physical engagement. Plus, Leanna gives a sneak peek into her upcoming masterclass inside That Music Teacher Community, where she’ll share even more ideas on using movement to boost learning, reduce stress, and improve classroom management. Whether you're brand new to teaching or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable tips to help you bring more movement into your music classroom! Episode Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 7:29 Why Movement Matters 13:25 Overcoming Resistance 19:57 The Key to Successful Movement Activities 25:31 Practical Strategies 31:55 Teaching Musical Concepts Through Movement 36:06 Leanna's Master Class 38:24 Takeaways Links and Resources: Elementary Newbie Guide Disabilities Guide Steady Beat Survival Guide Join That Music Teacher Community Connect with Leanna Have questions or want to share feedback? Reach out to us at hello@thatmusicteacher.com - we’d love to hear from you! Grab your free ticket to the Elementary Music Summit®: January Refresh -> www.thatmusicteacher.com/summit Have questions or want to share feedback? Reach out to us at hello@thatmusicteacher.com - we’d love to hear from you!

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