Create a routine. To ensure that a music lesson runs smoothly, develop consistency to keep all students on cue and focused. Introduce each lesson by having each students prepare their instruments if necessary, get their sheet music ready and greet their seat neighbors briefly, according to Strings Magazine. The students should tune their instruments or voices as a group instead of on their own. This will keep things structured and fluid, resulting in a positive music session.
Choose an ensemble of music that the entire group is likely to enjoy. "The choice of music that an ensemble plays has a profound effect on student morale," according to School, Band and Orchestra Magazine. If the students are content with what they are playing or singing, then they may be more likely to sing or play an instrument better.
Evaluate each student on occasion. Teaching music lessons to one person gives the teacher no choice but to constantly hear or see the progress of the student. To see how each student is succeeding in a group lesson, have each student play a brief solo on occasion, according to Strings Magazine. Don't embarrass the student if she is singing or playing out of tune or making a mistake. Instead, give her a brief tip or demonstration, all while teaching this tactic to the group. When the lesson is over, pull the student aside and go into detail on how she can improve.
From time to time, divide the class into small groups of three. Circulate throughout the room and evaluate the students. Not only does this give the teacher time to address concerns or make improvements, but it also gives the students the opportunity to learn from other students. Mix up how the students are grouped, according to Strings Magazine. Occasionally group a string with a woodwind or a bass with a soprano, depending on the type of music class being taught.