I recently came across a new website that offers a variety of free rhythm training tools developed by a pianist (Matt) for beginning music students. It works on desktops and mobile devices and includes quite the collection of different kinds of training tools – some better than others. I like that it is very simple […]
And the Winner Is…
#10 – Jennifer Congratulations, Jennifer! You will receive a free copy of Nathan Holder’s book, Why is My Piano Black and White? I think you and your students will enjoy it!
And We’re Off!
Last night’s September Surprise was a blast! I officially introduced and launched this year’s practice incentive theme – AD ASTRA: a journey to the stars. Here are a few highlights from the occasion: My small, but dedicated studio of students and parents convened for the evening. (Plus, my creative husband who helped with lots of […]
Free Piano Safari Webinar this Saturday!
Ever since the moment I first laid eyes on the rough-sketched pages of the piano method that Julie Knerr and Katie Fisher were working on, I’ve been in love. Piano Safari has taken the piano teaching world by storm, and if you haven’t checked it out yet for yourself or tried it with your students, […]
Organizing the Monster Collection of Music Flashcards
It’s possible that I derive too much pleasure from organizing. My husband teases me for my affinity for containers and baskets and anything that contributes to organizational structures and systems. I know there are others of you out there like that! So I thought I would share the unexpected, perfect container I came across for […]
Five Ways to Encourage Creativity in the Learning Process – A Guest Post by Greg Burlet
It’s undeniable that learning an instrument requires considerable study and practice. But what happens when the creative process takes a back seat to endless exercises, flash cards, and music theory? It’s easy to burn out while learning fundamentals and therefore it’s important to keep yourself, your students, or your child engaged by sprinkling in some […]
