I believe we’re at our best as musicians and educators when we are curious, creative, innovative, and constantly learning.
I also believe that if you aren’t finding opportunities to explore these things in your work, you’re probably spinning your wheels a bit. (We’ve all been there).
Here’s the thing: Music is a lifelong pursuit.
That means continually
seeking out new approaches to teaching or directing
discovering new repertoire or curriculum resources
developing and maintaining your musical and educational skill set, and
creating templates and systems to help you feel somewhat organized and in control of your time.
But that doesn’t mean you have to start from scratch.
What you need is smart resources, savvy solutions, and repeatable sequences that will save you time and equip you to do your best work.
I’m here to help with that.
Prompt Creative Thinking
Find fresh ideas and innovative teaching strategies you can start using right away.
Feel Confident and Prepared
Streamline your lessons, classes + rehearsals with repeatable step-by-step sequences.
Save Time and Creative Energy
Discover organizational tools that were designed to help you simplify your work.
“Beautifully formatted, knowledgeably curated, pedagogically sound, clearly and concisely explained — thank you!!”
Hello, I'm Ashley Danyew—
Musician, educator, Researcher & entrepreneur.
From practical how-tos and resource recommendations to creative teaching ideas and planning tips, I'm here to help you do your best work as a musician and educator: leading, teaching, and inspiring others with creativity and confidence.
Here, you’ll find practical, educational content, templates, and courses to help you do what you love well:
Get creative and pedagogically sound teaching tips and ideas for school, church, studio, or community settings
Learn fresh, new approaches to leading and directing choirs and ensembles (children to adults)
Discover streamlined systems and processes to help you plan your year
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Simply put, I’ll help you develop the skills and confidence you need to teach with intention, inspire musical creativity, and promote meaningful learning.
“I am more organized and better prepared this year.”
As musicians and teachers, we're never done learning (and I think that's a good thing!)
What will you learn next?
Resource Library
Done-for-you planning guides, templates, workbooks, and printables to save you time and simplify your teaching
Online Education
On-demand courses and workshops to help you develop the practical skills you need to teach with confidence
Field Notes Podcast
Pedagogical strategies, honest reflections, and fresh insights from the field of music teaching and learning
“I’m much more conscious about the kind of teacher I want to be.”
Choose your own adventure
Here are three quick ways to get started.
Elementary Music Games & Activities
Fun, musical games for K-5 students
How to Harmonize a Hymn or Song at the Piano
A practical guide for keyboard accompanists
50 Ready-to-Use
Choral Warm-Ups
A fully-notated resource for choir directors
Grab a cup of coffee & see what's new
Creative ideas to help you do your best work.
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Need a little inspiration?
I’ll leave you with this:
“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.”
