The Music in Our Homeschool Podcast with Gena Mayo easy music education tips, strategies, and curriculum resources for homeschooling parents

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

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June 16, 2025 • 19 mins

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Are you a homeschooling parent eager to incorporate quality music education into your curriculum but unsure where to start? In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, veteran music educator and homeschooling mom of eight, Gena Mayo, answers the top frequently asked questions she receives about bringing music into your homeschool. Drawing from her decades of teaching experience and insights ...

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In episode 69 of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, host Gena Mayo, veteran music teacher and homeschooling mom, reveals why the piano keyboard is one of the most effective tools for teaching and understanding music theory at any age. Whether you're a seasoned homeschooler or just beginning your music education journey, this episode brings valuable insight on how a simple keyboard can transform y...

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Unlock the power of music education at home with Episode 68 of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast: “How to Easily Include Beginning and Advanced Music Theory in Your Homeschool,” hosted by experienced music educator and homeschooling mom, Gena Mayo. Whether you’re a homeschooling parent feeling intimidated by music theory, or you have a budding musician at home, this episode is packed with actionable t...

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Are you searching for the best way to incorporate quality music and fine arts education into your homeschool? In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, experienced homeschool mom and music teacher Gena Mayo walks you through the newly updated Music in Our Homeschool Plus membership to help you confidently choose the right tier for your family’s needs.

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Are you looking for creative ways to enrich your homeschool this summer? Tune into Episode 66 of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast with Gena Mayo, where we dive into the benefits of including a music course in your homeschool summer routine! Discover why summer is the perfect time for homeschool families to add music and art without the pressure of a busy school year. 

In this inspiring episode, Gena M...

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Are you a homeschooling parent looking for creative, practical, and simple ways to bring music education into your homeschool curriculum? In this episode of the “Music in Our Homeschool” podcast, veteran music teacher and homeschooling mom of eight, Gena Mayo, shares 12 easy, affordable, and fun ideas to include music in your homeschool, even if you have no musical background yourself!

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Discover Creative Ways to Enrich Your Homeschool with Music!

In episode 64 of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, Gena Mayo—experienced music teacher, homeschooling mom of eight, and creator at Learn.MusicinOurHomeschool.com—shares actionable tips on how to use music to teach other subjects in your homeschool. Whether you’re a seasoned homeschooler or just getting started, this episode is full of practi...

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Are your kids turning up their noses at their music lessons? Join Gena Mayo from Music in Our Homeschool as she explores strategies to transform resistance into appreciation! 

In this enlightening episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, homeschooling mom of 8 and experienced music teacher, Gena Mayo, shares her valuable insights into fostering a love for music in children, even when they initiall...

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Join Gena Mayo, a seasoned music educator and homeschooling mom of eight, on this engaging episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast. Gena takes you on an exclusive tour of Learn.MusicinOurHomeschool.com, where you'll discover a variety of fun and educational music courses tailored specifically for teens. Whether you're a homeschooler eager to incorporate quality music education or a pare...

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In this engaging episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, Gena Mayo, a seasoned music teacher and homeschooling mom, reveals how music lessons can significantly enhance your child's public speaking skills. Discover the intersection of music education and effective communication as Gena shares her personal journey and valuable insights into developing poise, confidence, and presentation skill...

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In this enlightening episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, Gena Mayo dives into the essential reasons why every high school student should earn a fine arts credit. Whether your homeschooler is college-bound, entering the workforce, or pursuing other paths, fine arts education can enrich their educational journey and provide lifelong benefits. 

Gena, a seasoned music teacher with over 30 years o...

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Welcome to Episode 59 of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, "How to Use Living Books to Teach Music in the Homeschool." Dive into a creative approach to music education with host Gena Mayo, a seasoned music teacher and homeschooling mom of eight. In this episode, Gena shares insightful strategies for incorporating living books—a concept championed by educator Charlotte Mason—into your homesc...

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In this enlightening episode of the "Music in Our Homeschool" podcast, host Gena Mayo dives deep into the art of singing with "Singing for Homeschoolers 101: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Learning to Sing at Home!" With over 30 years of music teaching experience and a passion for homeschooling her own eight children, Gena offers practical, hands-on advice designed to make ...

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Celebrate the first anniversary of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast with host Gena Mayo in this special episode! Join her as she reflects on a full year of sharing invaluable resources and stories tailored for homeschoolers eager to integrate quality music education into their curriculum. Whether you’re new to the podcast or a regular listener, you’ll enjoy revisiting some standout moments and popula...

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In Episode 56 of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, hosted by Gena Mayo, discover how to start incorporating classical music into your homeschool and understand why it's beneficial for your child's education. Gena, a seasoned homeschooling mom of eight and music teacher with over 30 years of experience, shares practical tips and easy resources to seamlessly introduce classical music into you...

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In this engaging episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, join host Gena Mayo as she delves into the vibrant world of music and art education with the inspiring Justina Thurston. As the host of the Music and Art Homeschool Summit and the mastermind behind Just Classical, Justina shares her lifelong dedication to music and art, offering invaluable insights for homeschooling families eager to integ...

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🎶 Discover the musical brilliance of Stephen Foster on today's episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast! Join host Gena Mayo as she brings a Composer Spotlight on the "Father of American Music." Perfect for homeschool families looking for a fun and educational approach to music history, this episode explores the life, legacy, and timeless tunes of one of America's most iconic ...

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Discover the engaging world of bucket drumming in homeschool music education with host Gena Mayo in this enlightening episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast. Learn how this budget-friendly approach to teaching rhythm can transform your homeschool music lessons without breaking the bank.

In Episode 53: Bucket Drumming, Mayo shares valuable insights on implementing percussion education using simple...

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Discover the transformative power of art appreciation in your homeschool with Music in Our Homeschool's episode on Daily Art courses. Host Gena Mayo, a veteran homeschool mom and music teacher of 30+ years, reveals how to seamlessly integrate art history and appreciation into your family's educational journey.

In this enlightening episode, learn about the comprehensive Daily Art program (from E...

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Fine Art Pages: Simple Art Appreciation for Homeschoolers | Music in Our Homeschool Podcast Episode 51

Discover how to effortlessly incorporate art appreciation into your homeschool routine with Fine Art Pages, a revolutionary resource for busy homeschool families. In this episode, host Gena Mayo shares an affordable, stress-free approach to introducing fine art that doesn't require extensive planni...

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