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 insights into music concepts, and discover affordable home education resources such as homeschool music lessons to bring quality and fullness to your homeschooling experience. Find the website at MusicinOurHomeschool.com, the online course site at Learn.MusicinOurHomeschool.com, and the Music in Our Homeschool Plus Membership at MusicinOurHomeschool.com/Membership. A popular Free Music Lessons freebie can be downloaded at MusicinOurHomeschool.com/FreeMusicLessons
Episodes
117 episodes
117: The Ultimate Guide to Hands-On Music Activities in Your Homeschool
Have you ever felt like music time in your homeschool is either not happening at all—or it’s just pressing play while your kids listen passively? In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, we’re talking about how to make music come...
116: What Artists Saw in Mothers (That We Often Miss): Encouragement for Moms & Art Appreciation for Homeschoolers
Have you ever felt like motherhood is made up of ordinary moments that no one really sees?In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, Gena Mayo invites homeschool moms to slow down and look at motherhood through the eyes of a...
115: Why "Music in Our Homeschool Plus" is the Simplest Way to Include Music in Your Homeschool
Have you ever wanted to include music in your homeschool… but it just keeps getting pushed aside?In this encouraging episode, we’re talking about a simple, realistic solution that actually works for busy homeschool families. If you’ve ev...
114: 15-Minute Music Lesson on Genesis 1 Creation for Earth Day
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?<...
113: What happens when you don't include music education in your homeschool?
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 act...
112: Composer Spotlight on Joseph Haydn "Father of the Symphony"
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....
111: How to Save Money in Your Homeschool Music Education (lessons, instruments, courses, etc.)
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 po...
110: How do Music and Art in the Homeschool Help Improve Mental Health for Students and Parents
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 ...
109: The Ultimate Guide to Classical Music for Beginners (Perfect for Homeschool Families)
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 ...
108: Composer Spotlight on Amy Beach the First Successful American Woman Composer
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 homescho...
107: Why Study Different Musical Styles in Your Homeschool and Which Styles to Study
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...
106: Music Theory Mini Lesson: What is a Key Signature? for homeschooling families
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-min...
105: What Is Percussion and How Can You Easily Include It in Your Homeschool
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, wh...
104: Why 20th Century Music Appreciation Is the Perfect Companion to Your History Studies in Your Homeschool
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 Homescho...
103: Composer Spotlight on African American Composer Scott Joplin, the King of Ragtime
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 Sco...
102: Teen-Friendly Music Appreciation- Easy Ways to Spark Interest for Teenagers in Your Homeschool
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 t...
101: How to Confidently Teach Music in Your Homeschool, Even If You Can’t Read a Note or Play an Instrument
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 dire...
100: Why 15 Minutes Is Enough: The RHYTHM Behind The 15-Minute Music Method from Music in Our Homeschool
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 H...
99: The Top 10 Music in Our Homeschool Podcast Episodes of 2025
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...
98: Tune Up Your Homeschool: How to Set Up a Simple, Beautiful Music Space for the New Year in Your Homeschool
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 hom...
97: Christmas Music Traditions Around the World - The Philippines, Nigeria, Finland, Venezuela, and France
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 f...
96: George F. Handel and his Messiah Composer Spotlight for homeschool families
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 Homesch...
95: The Stories Behind 5 Classic Christmas Carols to learn about in your homeschool
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 Podc...
94: How Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker Became a Christmas Classic: Composer Spotlight for your Homeschool
What makes The Nutcracker such a beloved Christmas tradition—and how can you bring its magic into your homeschool this December? In today’s episode, we explore the surprising history of Tchaikovsky’s iconic ballet, from its rocky premi...
93: Musical Gifts to Give Your Kids this Christmas - Educational, Clever, & Fun!
Are you looking for Christmas gifts that won’t be forgotten by January, but will spark creativity, confidence, and joy in your homeschool? In this Black Friday–themed episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, Gena Mayo shares more than 25...