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
Episodes
The Ultimate Starter List: 10 Classical Pieces Every Homeschooler Should Listen To
Are you looking for an easy, meaningful way to introduce your kids to classical music? In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, Gena will walk you through her hand-picked list of 10 essential classical music pieces every homeschooler should know. Think of this episode as your guided tour—where she'll gi...
Are you looking for a simple, beautiful way to bring fine arts into your homeschool without adding hours to your already full schedule? In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, Gena Mayo introduces you to one of Charlotte Mason’s most beloved practices: Picture Study. This gentle yet powerful habit takes just minutes a week, but its impact on your children’s attention, observation skills,...
How to Start the Homeschool Year with Consistent Music and Fine Arts
Do you start every homeschool year with big dreams for music and fine arts — only to watch them fade by October? You’re not alone. In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, veteran homeschool mom of eight and music teacher of 30+ years Gena Mayo shares her simple, doable framework for keeping music and fine arts a joyful, ...
How can hymns help your children understand biblical truth and sound doctrine? In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, I’m sharing exactly how you can use hymns as a powerful teaching tool in your homeschool.
I’m Gena Mayo, a homeschool mom of eight, music educator, and the creator of the Great Hymns of the Faith online courses. Today, we’re diving deep into why hymns are so much more tha...
Great Hymns of the Faith Volume 2 Launch + 10 Elements That Make This Hymn Study Unique
Welcome to the Music in Our Homeschool podcast! Today is an exciting launch day for Great Hymns of the Faith Volume 2, the newest hymn study course designed to deepen your family's faith and musical understanding. Join Gena Mayo as she shares the 10 unique elements that make these courses stand out—whether you ha...
Christmas in July: Save on Music and Art Resources for Your Homeschool
Is December always a whirlwind in your homeschool? What if you could plan now and enjoy a peaceful, joy-filled holiday season later? In this special Christmas in July episode, Gena Mayo walks you through her top seven music and art appreciation resources designed specifically for homeschool families.
From Music of Christmas (a 3-year h...
Do your kids enjoy mysterious, bold, and rule-breaking music? Then this Composer Spotlight on Béla Bartók is a must-listen!
In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, Gena Mayo introduces homeschool families to one of the most fascinating and influential composers of the 20th century—Béla Bartók. Known for his rhythmic intensity, unique harmonies, and love of folk music, Bartók's music ...
Can $9/month truly cover a quality music and art education in your homeschool? 🎵🎨
In this value-packed episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, veteran music teacher and homeschooling mom of 8, Gena Mayo, answers this common and honest question with clarity and enthusiasm.
Gena walks you through the Basic Tier of the Music in Our Homeschool Plus membership, now available for just $9/month o...
Have you ever heard the term “ear training” and wondered what it means—or if your homeschooled child really needs it? In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, Gena Mayo breaks down this essential skill for budding musicians of all ages.
You'll discover how ear training develops a musician’s ability to hear and identify musical elements like pitch, rhythm, intervals, and chords—all wit...
When is the right time to start music lessons for your child? 🤔
In this helpful episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, veteran music educator and homeschooling mom of 8, Gena Mayo, walks you through the best starting age for six of the most popular beginner instruments: piano, violin, guitar, drums, recorder, and ukulele.
Discover why readiness—not just age—matters most when choosing the r...
Who was Antonín Dvořák, and why is his music a perfect fit for homeschool music appreciation?
In this Composer Spotlight episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, Gena Mayo—homeschool mom of eight and veteran music educator—introduces you to the rich, emotional, and folk-inspired music of Czech composer Antonín Dvořák. Whether your kids are already fans of classical music or just getting started, D...
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 ...
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...
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...
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.
Whether you’re a homeschooling beginner...
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...
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!
Discover how easy ...
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...
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...
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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