Do you mind if I ask you a question? How are you doing on your goals with piano? I’m asking because I recently met Laura Dowding. Laura has performed for over 100,000 people throughout the US, and written for some of the top musicians in the industry. She now specializes in teaching music to people of […]
Guest Posts
A Step-by-Step Guide for Virtual Music Lessons – A Guest Post by Tomplay
Save 30% on Tomplay’s Premium subscription and access the incredible library of 20,000+ sheet music titles! Here’s a handy step-by-step guide for teaching virtual music lessons and incorporating Tomplay’s interactive music library to make it a musically rich and rewarding experience for your students. Following the COVID-19 outbreak and the closure of schools, the great […]
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 […]
7 Ways to Support Your Child When Learning a New Instrument – A Guest Post by Skoove
Every parent wants to make the most of the natural talents, interests, and potential of their child. When they express an interest and passion for learning to play the piano, here are 7 ways you can support that newfound enthusiasm: 1. Provide a Supportive Environment Get ready for an adventure for both you and your […]
How Has Music Changed in COVID-19 Era – A Guest Post by Janice Cooper
COVID-19 certainly hasn’t done too many people favors, and musicians are no exception, as an estimated $10 billion will go by the music industry wayside if shutdowns last more than six months. As classrooms became digital, restaurants and stores limited capacities, and hospital visits were conducted via teleconference, musicians really had to take matters into […]
Fearless Arranging: Teaching Younger Students to Arrange – A Guest Post by Doug Hanvey
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 […]
