Purposeful Vocal and Instrumental Music Teaching Online Workshops 2026-2027
Independent but not unsupported, helping you gain confidence in your practice
Develop your teaching with purpose through this inspiring online workshop series. Connect, reflect and grow alongside a supportive community of teachers and music education professionals.
SMEI are offering 90-minute monthly online workshops, using Zoom, consisting of a 30-minute focused presentation on a specific topic, followed by discussion and networking. All sessions are free for SMEI Members!
Not a member, and want to become a member today? Sign up today to avail of the free workshop series! Among the many benefits of SMEI membership, regular members have the option to display a public profile, allowing them to continue the music education conversations!
Not sure about being a member? You are very welcome to attend and pay as you go. Workshops are € 30 per workshop
Please sign up below for the workshop of your choice! We look forward to working with you!
Purposeful Exam Preparation: Navigating Music Exam Boards with Purpose: Understanding Requirements and Managing Expectations
This online workshop offers a clear and practical overview of UK and Irish-based music exam board requirements, with a strong focus on how teachers can support meaningful musicianship beyond the exam itself. Grounded in the Common Approach methodology from Music Mark (n.d.), the session will explore how to make informed, student-centred decisions when selecting exam boards—balancing individual goals, learning needs, and the expectations of different systems. Teachers will also reflect on how to manage expectations effectively across all stakeholders, including examiners, students, parents, and teachers. Designed to be both informative and thought-provoking, this session encourages a more purposeful, holistic approach to exam preparation within vocal and instrumental teaching.
Purposeful Teaching Philosophy. Teaching with Purpose: Vision, Values, and Reflective Practice in Music Education
Teaching with Purpose: Vision, Values, and Reflective Practice in Music Education
What shapes the way we teach, and how often do we pause to reflect on the values and intentions behind our practice? This workshop explores the importance of purposeful teaching in music education, encouraging vocal and instrumental music teachers to consider how their personal philosophy, professional values, and reflective practice influence the learning experiences they create for students.
Drawing on the Echoes for Excellence framework developed by Lilian Simones (2025), the session will examine how reflective and values-led teaching can support more meaningful, inclusive, and effective music education practices. Teachers will be encouraged to think critically about their own teaching approaches, professional identity, and long-term vision as educators, while engaging in discussion and reflection with fellow teachers.
Through guided reflection, and collaborative discussion, this workshop aims to support teachers in aligning their everyday practice with a clear sense of purpose, helping to foster greater confidence, authenticity, and impact within their teaching.
Purposeful Planning and Professional Practice Planning with Purpose: A Professional Approach to Music Teaching, Policy, and Practice
Teaching with Purpose: Vision, Values, and Reflective Practice in Music Education
What shapes the way we teach, and how often do we pause to reflect on the values and intentions behind our practice? This workshop explores the importance of purposeful teaching in music education, encouraging vocal and instrumental music teachers to consider how their personal philosophy, professional values, and reflective practice influence the learning experiences they create for students.
Drawing on the Echoes for Excellence framework developed by Lilian Simones (2025), the session will examine how reflective and values-led teaching can support more meaningful, inclusive, and effective music education practices. Teachers will be encouraged to think critically about their own teaching approaches, professional identity, and long-term vision as educators, while engaging in discussion and reflection with fellow teachers.
Through guided reflection, and collaborative discussion, this workshop aims to support teachers in aligning their everyday practice with a clear sense of purpose, helping to foster greater confidence, authenticity, and impact within their teaching.
Purposeful Student Engagement Teaching with Purpose: Learning Styles and Strategies for Meaningful Engagement
Teaching with Purpose: Vision, Values, and Reflective Practice in Music Education
What shapes the way we teach, and how often do we pause to reflect on the values and intentions behind our practice? This workshop explores the importance of purposeful teaching in music education, encouraging vocal and instrumental music teachers to consider how their personal philosophy, professional values, and reflective practice influence the learning experiences they create for students.
Drawing on the Echoes for Excellence framework developed by Lilian Simones (2025), the session will examine how reflective and values-led teaching can support more meaningful, inclusive, and effective music education practices. Teachers will be encouraged to think critically about their own teaching approaches, professional identity, and long-term vision as educators, while engaging in discussion and reflection with fellow teachers.
Through guided reflection, and collaborative discussion, this workshop aims to support teachers in aligning their everyday practice with a clear sense of purpose, helping to foster greater confidence, authenticity, and impact within their teaching.
TBC: Date/Time Purposeful Musicianship Development Teaching Musicianship with Purpose: Developing Aural Skills and Sight-Reading
Teaching with Purpose: Vision, Values, and Reflective Practice in Music Education
What shapes the way we teach, and how often do we pause to reflect on the values and intentions behind our practice? This workshop explores the importance of purposeful teaching in music education, encouraging vocal and instrumental music teachers to consider how their personal philosophy, professional values, and reflective practice influence the learning experiences they create for students.
Drawing on the Echoes for Excellence framework developed by Lilian Simones (2025), the session will examine how reflective and values-led teaching can support more meaningful, inclusive, and effective music education practices. Teachers will be encouraged to think critically about their own teaching approaches, professional identity, and long-term vision as educators, while engaging in discussion and reflection with fellow teachers.
Through guided reflection, and collaborative discussion, this workshop aims to support teachers in aligning their everyday practice with a clear sense of purpose, helping to foster greater confidence, authenticity, and impact within their teaching.
Purposeful Early Years Music EducationTeaching with Purpose in the Early Years: Foundations for Lifelong Musical Learning
Teaching with Purpose: Vision, Values, and Reflective Practice in Music Education
What shapes the way we teach, and how often do we pause to reflect on the values and intentions behind our practice? This workshop explores the importance of purposeful teaching in music education, encouraging vocal and instrumental music teachers to consider how their personal philosophy, professional values, and reflective practice influence the learning experiences they create for students.
Drawing on the Echoes for Excellence framework developed by Lilian Simones (2025), the session will examine how reflective and values-led teaching can support more meaningful, inclusive, and effective music education practices. Teachers will be encouraged to think critically about their own teaching approaches, professional identity, and long-term vision as educators, while engaging in discussion and reflection with fellow teachers.
Through guided reflection, and collaborative discussion, this workshop aims to support teachers in aligning their everyday practice with a clear sense of purpose, helping to foster greater confidence, authenticity, and impact within their teaching.
DATE/TIME - TBC Purposeful Practice and Progression Inspiring Practice with Purpose: Motivation, Memorisation, Progression, Assessment, and Digital Tools for Learning
Teaching with Purpose: Vision, Values, and Reflective Practice in Music Education
What shapes the way we teach, and how often do we pause to reflect on the values and intentions behind our practice? This workshop explores the importance of purposeful teaching in music education, encouraging vocal and instrumental music teachers to consider how their personal philosophy, professional values, and reflective practice influence the learning experiences they create for students.
Drawing on the Echoes for Excellence framework developed by Lilian Simones (2025), the session will examine how reflective and values-led teaching can support more meaningful, inclusive, and effective music education practices. Teachers will be encouraged to think critically about their own teaching approaches, professional identity, and long-term vision as educators, while engaging in discussion and reflection with fellow teachers.
Through guided reflection, and collaborative discussion, this workshop aims to support teachers in aligning their everyday practice with a clear sense of purpose, helping to foster greater confidence, authenticity, and impact within their teaching.
Developing Musical Creativity Improvisation Skills
Teaching with Purpose: Vision, Values, and Reflective Practice in Music Education
What shapes the way we teach, and how often do we pause to reflect on the values and intentions behind our practice? This workshop explores the importance of purposeful teaching in music education, encouraging vocal and instrumental music teachers to consider how their personal philosophy, professional values, and reflective practice influence the learning experiences they create for students.
Drawing on the Echoes for Excellence framework developed by Lilian Simones (2025), the session will examine how reflective and values-led teaching can support more meaningful, inclusive, and effective music education practices. Teachers will be encouraged to think critically about their own teaching approaches, professional identity, and long-term vision as educators, while engaging in discussion and reflection with fellow teachers.
Through guided reflection, and collaborative discussion, this workshop aims to support teachers in aligning their everyday practice with a clear sense of purpose, helping to foster greater confidence, authenticity, and impact within their teaching.
DATE/TIME -TBC Purposeful Ensemble TeachingGroup and Ensemble Playing
Teaching with Purpose: Vision, Values, and Reflective Practice in Music Education
What shapes the way we teach, and how often do we pause to reflect on the values and intentions behind our practice? This workshop explores the importance of purposeful teaching in music education, encouraging vocal and instrumental music teachers to consider how their personal philosophy, professional values, and reflective practice influence the learning experiences they create for students.
Drawing on the Echoes for Excellence framework developed by Lilian Simones (2025), the session will examine how reflective and values-led teaching can support more meaningful, inclusive, and effective music education practices. Teachers will be encouraged to think critically about their own teaching approaches, professional identity, and long-term vision as educators, while engaging in discussion and reflection with fellow teachers.
Through guided reflection, and collaborative discussion, this workshop aims to support teachers in aligning their everyday practice with a clear sense of purpose, helping to foster greater confidence, authenticity, and impact within their teaching.
DATE TBC - Purposeful Wellbeing and Performance Support Assessment and Performance Anxiety / Imposter Syndrome in Music Teachers
Teaching with Purpose: Vision, Values, and Reflective Practice in Music Education
What shapes the way we teach, and how often do we pause to reflect on the values and intentions behind our practice? This workshop explores the importance of purposeful teaching in music education, encouraging vocal and instrumental music teachers to consider how their personal philosophy, professional values, and reflective practice influence the learning experiences they create for students.
Drawing on the Echoes for Excellence framework developed by Lilian Simones (2025), the session will examine how reflective and values-led teaching can support more meaningful, inclusive, and effective music education practices. Teachers will be encouraged to think critically about their own teaching approaches, professional identity, and long-term vision as educators, while engaging in discussion and reflection with fellow teachers.
Through guided reflection, and collaborative discussion, this workshop aims to support teachers in aligning their everyday practice with a clear sense of purpose, helping to foster greater confidence, authenticity, and impact within their teaching.
Performance Pedagogy: Techniques to Embody and Communicate Music in Public Performance Settings
Teaching with Purpose: Vision, Values, and Reflective Practice in Music Education
What shapes the way we teach, and how often do we pause to reflect on the values and intentions behind our practice? This workshop explores the importance of purposeful teaching in music education, encouraging vocal and instrumental music teachers to consider how their personal philosophy, professional values, and reflective practice influence the learning experiences they create for students.
Drawing on the Echoes for Excellence framework developed by Lilian Simones (2025), the session will examine how reflective and values-led teaching can support more meaningful, inclusive, and effective music education practices. Teachers will be encouraged to think critically about their own teaching approaches, professional identity, and long-term vision as educators, while engaging in discussion and reflection with fellow teachers.
Through guided reflection, and collaborative discussion, this workshop aims to support teachers in aligning their everyday practice with a clear sense of purpose, helping to foster greater confidence, authenticity, and impact within their teaching.