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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

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8:47

114: 15-Minute Music Lesson on Genesis 1 Creation for...

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2026/04/20

Click to send Gena a message! Have you ever thought about connecting music with the story of creation in Genesis? What if a simple 15-minute lesson could help your children not only understand the beauty of Genesis 1, but also hear it come alive through music? In this episode, I’m sharing a special Earth Day-inspired lesson that blends Bible study with music appreciation in a way that’s both meaningful and incredibly easy to implement in your homeschool. We walk step-by-step through the days ...

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113: What happens when you don't include music...

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2026/04/13

Click to send Gena a message! Have you ever wondered what your children might miss if music education isn’t part of your homeschool? In today’s episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, we explore an important—but often overlooked—question: What actually happens when kids grow up without music education? If music has been pushed aside in your homeschool due to time, uncertainty, or feeling like it’s “extra,” this episode will gently shift your perspective. You’ll discover why music is n...

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112: Composer Spotlight on Joseph Haydn "Father of...

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2026/04/06

Click to send Gena a message! Have you ever wondered how the symphony became one of the most important forms in classical music—and who made it what it is today? In this episode, we explore the life and legacy of Joseph Haydn, often called the “Father of the Symphony.” Perfect for homeschool families, this engaging Composer Spotlight introduces students to one of the most influential figures in music history in a simple, meaningful way. You’ll discover how Haydn rose from humble beginnings in...

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111: How to Save Money in Your Homeschool Music...

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2026/03/30

Click to send Gena a message! Are you worried that music education in your homeschool is too expensive to maintain? What if you could give your children a rich, meaningful music education without spending a fortune? In today’s episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, Gena Mayo shares practical, budget-friendly strategies to help you save money on homeschool music education—without sacrificing quality. You’ll discover how a simple mindset shift can transform the way you approach m...

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110: How do Music and Art in the Homeschool Help...

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2026/03/23

Click to send Gena a message! Are you wondering how to support your child’s mental health in your homeschool—without adding more to your already full plate? In this encouraging episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, you’ll discover how music and art can play a powerful role in improving emotional well-being for both you and your children. Research shows that engaging in music and visual art helps reduce stress, regulate emotions, and build resilience—and the best part is, it doesn’t ...

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11:20

109: The Ultimate Guide to Classical Music for...

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2026/03/16

Click to send Gena a message! Have you ever felt intimidated by classical music and wondered how to introduce it to your homeschool in a simple, enjoyable way? In this special episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, Gena Mayo celebrates the two-year anniversary of the podcast and the exciting launch of Season 3. Over the past two years, this podcast has encouraged homeschool families around the world to confidently include music and fine arts in their daily learning—and this episode m...

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10:49

108: Composer Spotlight on Amy Beach the First...

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2026/03/09

Click to send Gena a message! Who was Amy Beach, and why is she considered one of the most important composers in American music history? In this Composer Spotlight episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, host Gena Mayo introduces homeschool families to the inspiring life and music of Amy Beach, the first successful American woman composer and one of the most influential musical voices of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in 1867 in New Hampshire, Amy Beach was a remarkable...

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106: Music Theory Mini Lesson: What is a Key...

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2026/02/23

Click to send Gena a message! Have you ever looked at a piece of sheet music and wondered what those sharps and flats at the beginning actually mean? In today’s episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, I’m sharing a 10-minute excerpt from one of our live 30-minute music lessons where we answer a foundational question in music education: What is a key signature? If you’re a homeschool parent wanting to confidently teach music theory—even if you don’t read music fluently yourself—this ep...

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105: What Is Percussion and How Can You Easily...

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2026/02/16

Click to send Gena a message! What is percussion—and how can you easily include it in your homeschool without adding another complicated subject to your day? In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, Gena Mayo explains what percussion instruments are, why they’re often called the “heartbeat of music,” and how simple rhythm activities can build powerful musical foundations for children of all ages. You’ll learn the difference between pitched and unpitched percussion, discover how...

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104: Why 20th Century Music Appreciation Is the...

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2026/02/09

Click to send Gena a message! Are you teaching 20th-century history in your homeschool and wishing it felt more alive, meaningful, and connected? What if your students could hear history—not just read about it? In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, Gena Mayo shares the story behind her 20th-Century Music Appreciation course and explains why music is one of the most powerful tools for understanding modern history. From world wars and political upheaval to cultural revolutions...

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103: Composer Spotlight on African American Composer...

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2026/02/02

Click to send Gena a message! What happens when a single composer helps shape the sound of American music for generations to come? In this Composer Spotlight episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, Gena Mayo introduces homeschooling families to Scott Joplin, the composer known as the King of Ragtime. Perfect for Black History Month—or anytime you’re studying American music—this episode turns Scott Joplin’s life and music into an engaging, story-driven listening experience for kids and...

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107: Why Study Different Musical Styles in Your...

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2026/02/02

Click to send Gena a message! Are your children listening to only one type of music in your homeschool? In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, Gena Mayo explores why studying a variety of musical styles is one of the simplest and most powerful ways to build true musical literacy. When children listen widely—not just to one composer, one genre, or one era—their ears stretch, their understanding deepens, and their cultural awareness expands. In this episode, you’ll discover how...

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102: Teen-Friendly Music Appreciation- Easy Ways to...

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2026/01/26

Click to send Gena a message! How do you spark real interest in music appreciation for teenagers—without adding stress to your homeschool day? If you’re homeschooling a teen who seems far more interested in TikTok than Beethoven, you’re not alone. In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, veteran homeschool mom of eight and music educator Gena Mayo shares simple, practical ways to make music appreciation engaging, meaningful, and teen-friendly. You’ll hear Gena’s personal journe...

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101: How to Confidently Teach Music in Your...

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2026/01/19

Click to send Gena a message! Have you ever thought, “I’m not musical—how could I possibly teach my kids music?” If so, this episode is for you. In this encouraging and practical episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, Gena Mayo speaks directly to the homeschool parent who values music but feels unqualified to teach it. You don’t need to read music, sing on pitch, or play an instrument to give your children a meaningful music education—and this episode explains exactly why. Gena gent...

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100: Why 15 Minutes Is Enough: The RHYTHM Behind The...

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2026/01/12

Click to send Gena a message! Have you ever thought, “Music is important… but I just don’t have time to do it well”? Or felt unsure because you don’t feel musical enough to teach it confidently? In this milestone 100th episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, Gena Mayo explains exactly why just 15 minutes is enough to provide a high-quality, sustainable music education—and how homeschool families can finally stop starting and stopping music lessons. In this episode, you’ll learn the R....

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99: The Top 10 Music in Our Homeschool Podcast...

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2026/01/05

Click to send Gena a message! What music topics did homeschool families love most this past year—and why? As we step into a brand-new year, host Gena Mayo looks back at the Top 10 most-listened-to Music in Our Homeschool podcast episodes of 2025 and shares what made each one resonate so deeply with homeschool parents just like you. From inspiring composer spotlights like Hans Zimmer, to practical episodes on ear training, bucket drumming, singing, classical music listening, and fine arts for ...

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11:19

98: Tune Up Your Homeschool: How to Set Up a Simple,...

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2025/12/29

Click to send Gena a message! Are you hoping to make music a consistent part of your homeschool this semester—but unsure how to set things up so it actually happens? In this practical and encouraging episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, veteran homeschool mom and music teacher Gena Mayo walks you through how to create a simple, beautiful, and functional music space in your home—without stress, expensive equipment, or a dedicated music room. As the new year approaches, this episode ...

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97: Christmas Music Traditions Around the World - The...

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2025/12/22

Click to send Gena a message! How do people around the world celebrate Christmas through music—and what can their traditions teach our children about culture, faith, and joy? In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, Gena Mayo takes homeschool families on a musical journey around the globe to explore Christmas music traditions from five unique countries: the Philippines, Nigeria, Finland, Venezuela, and France. Each stop highlights how geography, language, instruments, and cultu...

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96: George F. Handel and his Messiah Composer...

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2025/12/15

Click to send Gena a message! Why has George Frideric Handel’s Messiah endured for nearly three centuries—and why does it remain one of the most beloved works of Christmas music today? In this special composer spotlight episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, Gena Mayo takes listeners on a meaningful journey through the life of Handel and the remarkable story behind Messiah. From his childhood in Germany and eventual success in London to the personal struggles that nearly ended his ca...

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95: The Stories Behind 5 Classic Christmas Carols to...

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2025/12/08

Click to send Gena a message! Have you ever wondered how Silent Night came to be written on Christmas Eve because a church organ broke? Or why Joy to the World wasn’t originally about Christmas at all? In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, Gena Mayo reveals the fascinating true stories behind five of the most beloved Christmas carols ever written. Each carol has a history filled with creativity, faith, and surprise — perfect for turning into mini music appreciation lessons d...

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