Learner Centric

What instruments are appropriate for elementary students to learn?

When are students typically ready for more mixed ensembles or greater harmonies?
How many elementary students pursue music outside the classroom?
How does one get students to pursue music outside of school?
What does the audition procedure look like for elementary age students?

Pedagogy Centric
How does one pick repertoire for voices with varying musical ability?
What conducting techniques are suitable for younger students?
What types of assessment work best for younger students?
How does one reinforce classroom management without appearing punitive?
How does one deal with repercussions of young students auditioning and not receiving the role?
Do elementary age students get voiced?

Content Centric
How many standards of music typically reached in the elementary school general music class?
How does one pick repertoire for voices with varying musical ability?
When should music theory and vocabulary be integrated into the classroom?
How does one balance different genres and composers of repertoire throughout the year?
What types of musical field trips would be academically beneficial to elementary students?

Community Centric
How many concerts/productions are expected throughout a school year?
What types of concerts/productions occur in the elementary school?
What steps should one take to make music learning extracurricular too?
Where do funds come from to support the materials in a music classroom?
What opportunities exist to allow elementary students to perform in the community?