Creativity doesn’t have to take over your whole lesson to make a big impact. Today, I’m chatting with Susan Staples Bell about three super quick improvisation activities that you can use with students of any age, even if you’ve only got a few minutes to spare. We also explore how simple, creative moments can strengthen musicianship, build confidence, and help students become more independent musicians.
Susan Staples Bell is a composer, piano educator, and clinician whose creative teaching resources are used by independent teachers worldwide. With over 30 years’ experience, she helps students become not just confident readers but expressive, creative musicians, blending solid pedagogy with storytelling, improvisation, and hands-on play. Through her original music and method books like Exploring Improvisation, she gives teachers practical ways to bring creativity into everyday lessons, even when time is tight.Thank you for tuning in! Consider implementing the ideas from this podcast by writing several actionable steps for your teaching practice if it’s inspired you. If you enjoyed today’s show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, which helps other teachers find our show. Stay updated by subscribing to this show, and get automatic delivery to your device every time a new episode goes live! We publish on Mondays weekly.
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