A Note from Natalie: I periodically incorporate composition into my piano lessons, but I frequently forget about the value of arranging, especially for young students. Doug offers some wonderful and practical suggestions that you and your students can try right away! Teaching arranging to young piano players is an effective and fun way to stimulate […]
MTNA 2020 Virtual Conference is Live!
I know I’m a day late, but that’s the beauty of all things virtual, right? If you haven’t already, make plans to head over to the MTNA conference website and catch one of the dozens of virtual sessions available, visit the Exhibit Hall, or check out the latest products for music teachers in one of […]
Stelios Kerasidis Plays His Composition – Isolation Waltz
In the face of our global pandemic, it’s encouraging to see inspiration and innovation spring forth around the world. One such example is this gorgeous Isolation Waltz by young composer/pianist Stelios Kerasidis. It is comforting and hopeful to see that God uses times of darkness and pain to bring forth light and joy. Suffering is […]
It’s Coming! The 2020 MTNA Virtual Conference will begin April 21!
A couple weeks ago, MTNA announced that they would be hosting a virtual conference to replace the one in Chicago that had to be canceled at the last minute due to the COVID-19 pandemic. I’ve been eagerly awaiting more information and just received word that it will be held beginning on Tuesday, April 21. It’s […]
Steinway Streaming? Yes, Please!
The number and extent of virtual offerings these days is phenomenal! Too much to keep up with it all, but I was thrilled to receive the announcement from Steinway & Sons about their free music videos and streaming that they are making available. The music videos are a playlist of 18 recordings of Steinway & […]
Cliburn Kids with Buddy Bray – A Virtual Treat!
The Cliburn organization joined hundreds of others yesterday in moving to an online platform for a number of their upcoming events and offerings. One of their new virtual treats is an educational and interesting series called, “Cliburn Kids with Buddy Bray.” I just watched the first episode and loved it! It’s a perfect length (~8 […]
