The 2026 Grammy Award Winners & Nominees Session Ideas
by Annika Labus, MT-BC
Did you watch the 2026 Grammy Awards? Wondering how you can incorporate those songs into your session? We can help with that! Here are 5 session ideas that are worth a Grammy!
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Luther - Kendrick Lamar with SZA
Record of the Year Winner
Music Video Analysis
As musicians, we understand that music can evoke different emotions. Does that change when you bring an additional source of media, such as video? Or does it bring context and convey the lyrics clearly?
Abracadabra - Lady Gaga
Best Dance/Pop Recording Winner
Movement
This song has a consistent beat throughout the entire song. Being the best dance/pop winner, of course it’s the perfect one to use to work on motor skills! You can choose any movement you want and/or work on.
My favorite movements are to clap during “Like a poem said by a lady in red”
And
Stomping my feet during “Feel the beat under your feet.”
DtMF - Bad Bunny
Song of The Year Nominee
Lyric Discussion & Reflection
This song has themes of nostalgia and regret. It’s about missing loved ones after they have left us.
This song is great to reflect on past memories. How did you feel back then? How do you feel about that memory today?
“Debí tirar más fotos de cuando te tuve. Debí darte más beso’ y abrazo’ las vece’ que pude”
“I should’ve taken more pictures when I had you. I should’ve given you more kisses and hugs when I could.”
* NOTE: Included are English interpreted lyrics. Generally when you look for translations online it is literal word for word translations and that can interfere with the mood/context of the song. Give a gentle reminder that there is a difference between translation and interpretation if your client is not fluent in the language of a song and likes searching for English lyrics. This is to hold respect if the lyrics get lost in translation.
Huntr/x - Golden
Best Song Written for Visual Media Winner
Playing guitar with the ChordBuddy
Work on fine motor skills, chord reading, and confidence with Golden! This song is in G major which makes it perfect for playing with the ChordBuddy! Check out the chord sheet!
Get the ChordBuddy!
Bonus Discussion: What makes you feel golden?
Doechii - Anxiety
Best Music Video Winner
Lyric Discussion & Creating Coping Mechanisms
This song is great to lead into a discussion of one’s own anxieties and worries.
“And it’s like I get this tightness in my chess.”
What are some physical sensations you feel when you’re anxious?
