Everybody knows it: Middle Schoolers are quite the adventure to work with in any classroom, but especially in a musical setting. Lyndsey Ransford, Head Choral Director at Craig Middle School, joins us on this week&apos;s episode to talk about the best ways to work with middle school students, how to get them to participate, how to motivate them to do their best work, and ultimately create a culture of safety and support for them! Follow the Craig Middle School choir on Instagram! <a href='https://www.instagram.com/craigmiddleschoolchoir/?hl=en'>https://www.instagram.com/craigmiddleschoolchoir/?hl=en</a> Want a free piece of music for your ensemble to perform? Join Christian&apos;s mailing list! <a href='https://www.christianfortnermusic.com/mailings'>https://www.christianfortnermusic.com/mailings</a>

#15: 12 Accessible Tools to Make Your Life Easier in the Music Classroom

Listen as Christian, a young composer, and Kara, a young choir director, interview music teachers of all kinds in order to learn everything they can about music education. This is the perfect podcast for beginning and veteran music educators alike, as well as composers and music students. Whether you teach choir, band, orchestra, or something else, all are welcome! It's time to go beyond the measure.&nbsp;Brought to you by Christian Fortner Music.