Waldorf Music Conference
July 6 - July 10, 2026
Conference Overview
Instructors:
Conference Description
A five-day immersion in singing, teaching, and joyful musicianship where participants gain deep inspiration and learn practical tools to use in the classroom.
Conference Schedule
July 6–10, 2026 | Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Join us in Milwaukee, WI for the Waldorf Music Conference, an energizing five-day immersion for music teachers, class teachers, and anyone who wants to deepen their musicianship and strengthen their teaching practice.
Together we’ll explore Waldorf music through the grades, develop practical tools for teaching and leading groups, and experience the nourishment of community singing. Whether you teach music full-time or bring singing into your classroom each day, you’ll leave with fresh repertoire, stronger conducting skills, and concrete strategies you can use immediately.
Topics Offered (several tracks will be available to meet different needs)
Waldorf music through the grades
Working with changing voices in middle school
Choosing songs and repertoire
Tools and tips for strings, wind, orchestra, and band teachers
Classroom management and music as a tool for classroom management
Writing a song
Conducting: basics and beyond
Recorder: basics and beyond
Course Instructors
La’Shawnda Holman
Monika Sutherland MMus
Jeff Spade
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