Years ago I first tried the idea of using pennies as a tactile way to teach the subdivision of 16th note rhythms. It’s been a while since I used it in my teaching, but now that all of my students are reaching a higher level of playing, it was time to break out the penny […]
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And the Winner Is…
#9 – Brenda Slocum! Congrats, Brenda! You’ll be receiving your very own copy of Fireworks in the Night. I hope you and your students have a great time with it!
And the Winner Is…
#2 – Nicole! Congratulations, Nicole! You will be receiving your very own copy of the new Piano Safari Level 3 pack. I know you and your students will love it! Thanks to everyone who participated in the drawing. If you haven’t already, be sure to enter the new drawing for a copy of Fireworks in […]
Review and Giveaway of Fireworks in the Night
As if writing a book isn’t hard enough, author Sherry Miller has gone above and beyond by producing a full-blown audio track and lesson plan to accompany Fireworks in the Night, her first book in a series called Randy the Raccoon & His Musical Friends. The book is full color and beautifully illustrated – sure […]
Summer Coupon – Save $5!
To celebrate the arrival of June/summer, we’re offering a special coupon for $5 off of anything in the Music Matters Blog store! Whether you are looking for some fun games to incorporate throughout the summer, a complete piano camp curriculum, or are exploring possibilities for a motivating practice incentive theme you can launch next year, […]
Why Apps Motivate Students – A Guest Post by flowkey
“How can I motivate my students to practice piano at home?” This is a question parents and piano teachers have long reckoned with. Today, this challenge is even greater thanks to technological developments. Let’s face it – smartphones, tablets, and computer games are more exciting than the average practice book. But distracting devices needn’t be […]
