“Emote Note by Note” – Energizing Music Classrooms with EDM and Creative Composition

Thursday, January 22, 2026
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

Description
Get ready to remix your approach to elementary music education! Join student composer Tilting Arrows as they debut their exciting new resource, Emote Note by Note, designed to inspire young musicians through fresh melodies and genre exploration. This session will dive into innovative ways to teach core musical concepts—melody, rhythm, genre, theory, and composition—using a vibrant mix of best practices and beats. You'll explore emerging Electronic Dance Music (EDM) genres and leave with dynamic tools to energize your students and classroom. Whether you're looking to spark creativity or just want to get your students grooving, this session hits all the right notes.
Speakers
Fletcher Tilton
Niki Rose
Learning Objective 1
Discover New Melodies and Teaching Strategies: Explore the innovative approaches and resources in "Emote Note by Note" to spice up your teaching and help students learn musical concepts in a fun and interactive way.
Learning Objective 2
Get Groovy with EDM Genres: Learn about the latest Electronic Dance Music (EDM) genres and how to share them with your students, making music education more relevant and exciting.
Learning Objective 3
Best Practices for Effective Music Education: Gain insights into the best practices for guiding students' understanding of melody, rhythm, genre, theory, and composition, ensuring a comprehensive music education.
Session Level
Elementary, Collegiate