I remember growing up listening to church pianists improvise the old hymns and wishing that I knew how to add in all those extra notes like they did. 🙂 That’s what the new CD, “Reflections” by Sandy Skinner reminds me of. In a world that is ever bustling with activity, it’s nice to still be […]
Monday Mailbag – Students Performing Without Teacher Knowledge
At a student’s lesson last week, he mentioned that he had performed a few pieces over the weekend for the public. I tried in my calmest, most interested (because I definitely was) tone to inquire as to the nature of the performance, who was there, WHAT did he play?!!! I’d really love to hear some […]
My New Piano!
One of my goals this year was to purchase a new piano for my studio. I’m happy to report that this goal has been achieved! (We won’t discuss the rest of my goals for this year, though, ok? :-)) I actually made the purchase at the end of summer, but forgot to fill you all […]
And the Winner Is…
#11 – Penny Lazarus. Congratulations! Penny is the winner of this week’s giveaway and will receive a copy of American Portraits by Wendy Stevens, compliments of Hal Leonard. I know you’ll love it! Stay tuned for another giveaway next Tuesday! 🙂
The Art Of Piano: Great Pianists Of The 20th Century
There’s nothing quite like watching the great piano performers of the past play classics by the master composers of yesteryear to inspire continued dedication to becoming and training excellent pianists. At least, that’s how I felt as I watched the documentary, The Art of Piano: Great Pianists of the 20th Century, now available on-line in […]
Dusting Off These Sight-Reading Worksheets!
In conjunction with my practice incentive theme this year, I’ve dusted off this set of Across the C’s sight-reading worksheets that I developed years ago. And you know what? My students are loving them! Something about the range of the keyboard that is used and the perceived initial difficulty make students feel very accomplished when […]
