Teaching pop songs is an ear training method I’ve developed that allows students to have freedom in learning almost ANY song they want, all while taking away the difficulty of reading music notes and rhythm. Not only does the Pop Song Method build your students’ skill sets (in regard to ear training and understanding chords) but it also gives them a complete mental shift when they start to learn pop songs.
I loooove to ask students their favorite song and then see their eyes light up when I tell them they’ll be able to play it….along with all their other favorites!
Once they know they can play the music that they like, they’re much more involved and willing to learn.