Looking for some ways to deck out your music classroom for the new school year? We have put together a list of fresh ideas that you can implement in your room! In this list, you’ll find just a little bit of everything from bulletin boards to organizational systems, from music listening corners to classroom décor. Take a look around and then make your music classroom awesome!
1. Instrument Storage
Boomwhackers
Boomwhackers are awesome, but they are probably one of the hardest instruments to attempt to store neatly. You can’t just prop them up in the corner or lay them on a shelf because they tend to fall over and roll all over the place!
Check out these ideas for storing those stubborn boomwhackers for less stress and easier accessibility! Elementary Etudes uses a nifty shoe holder for storage. IWB Music uses velcro to attach boomwhackers to a bulletin board strip on the wall. This storage idea from Pinsdaddy uses labeled cans for their boomwhackers while Mrs. King’s Music Class uses plastic bag storage containers from IKEA. Pick what works best for you!
Recorders
Recorders are great for classrooms! I love this idea from Pinterest that uses plastic file folder crates from a office supply store! Simply place the recorders in the holes for easy accessibility! Teaching with Orff uses leftover toilet paper rolls for storage, and Organized Chaos uses magazine holders.
Ukuleles
This ukulele wall from Pinterest makes me so happy! It’s such a great idea to use tool hooks from the hardware store for hanging them on the wall. I also love this drying rack storage idea from Twitter! Either one of these would be perfect for your classroom.
2. Bulletin Boards
The first thing students are going to see when they enter your classroom isn’t going to be a perfectly organized instrument shelf or the details written all over the chalkboard. Apart from your smiling face, they are going to quickly notice brightly colored and attention grabbing bulletin boards. Maybe they’ll read the inspiring quote about music. Maybe they’ll find their name on the “Welcome to My Class” board. Or, maybe they’ll be drawn to a musical concept you have displayed. And, if you’re needing some more bulletin board inspirations, take a look at a few of these boards via Pinterest.
Composer of the Month
Recorder Corner
Autumn Music Board
Solar Solfege
3. Classroom Décor
Don’t have access to a bulletin board? That’s okay! There are plenty of other ways to decorate your room and keep your students’ attention! Try decorating your classroom door like a giant piano or xylophone!
Or try our FREE DOWNLOAD: Prodigies Decoration Pack for your Music Room
This BEST OF Prodigies PDF includes posters featuring Solfege, Recorder Finger Positions, Ukulele Chords, Boomwhacker Chords, Bell Characters & so much more!!
4. Music Stage
I stumbled upon these super creative music stages and thought they would be perfect for a classroom! Just set one up on a wall or in a corner, and you’ll have instant classroom décor plus the perfect spot to rehearse! Take a look at a few of my favorites!
Circus Style Stage
Princess Style Stage
Shower Curtain Rod Stage
Outer Space Stage
5. Listening Corner
Music classrooms are supposed to be full of noise and fun, but sometimes you just need some quiet! Set up a music listening corner in your room to create a nice place for your students to listen to music quietly on their own! Uses pillows on the floor and hooks for hanging headphones for your listening corner. Have fun setting up your listening corner and make it cozy and creative!
6. Music Centers
Looking to add a little variety into your music hour? Music centers are perfect and work well for both younger and older children! Just gather the items of your choosing for each center and set them up around your classroom. Choose a specified amount of time for students to spend at each center and then rotate them to another one. Some ideas for centers include:
- Classical Center
- Rhythm Center/Note Knacks Play Center
- Video Center
- Workbook Center
- Hand Sign Center
We hope you have a great year in your music classroom! If you have any questions about having Prodigies be a part of your music education program, let us know, and we’d love to hear from you!
As always,