Past Issues

Every issue of the PMTNM Reader’s Digest — hand-picked resources reviewed by certified teachers, one theme at a time.

July 2026 Current Summer momentum (avoiding the slump)

The Summer Antidote to the Practice Standoff

Beat the summer slump with interactive, hands-on music resources like Chrome Music Lab that keep students engaged and their ears sharp through the break.

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June 2026 Teaching every learner, and taking care of yourself

The Student Who Can't Sit Still Isn't the Problem

Evidence-based strategies for teaching students with ADHD, plus musician health and wellbeing resources every music teacher should keep on hand.

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May 2026 Recital repertoire & the stories behind it

Program Notes That Write Themselves

Build stronger spring recital programs with free scores, program-note sources, and chamber repertoire from Bach to Schubert's Trout Quintet.

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April 2026 Festival & adjudication season

You Don't Have to Face Festival Season Alone

Get ready for festival and adjudication season with MTNA, NATS, and the professional music-teaching organizations that support teachers across New Mexico.

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March 2026 Theory & musicianship depth

The Weeks to Finally Go Deep on Theory

Free music theory and ear-training resources to help your students go deep between winter break and spring recitals — MusicTheory.net, Teoria, Dolmetsch, and more.

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