It took two and a half years and an 8-hour teaching intensive, but at the end of the Pattern Play workshop today I had an epiphany. The philosophy undergirding this series is not that improvisation is a skill to be worked on as part of the piano lesson, but rather that improvisation (or creativity at […]
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Picture Highlights from Seattle
As I mentioned several weeks ago, I am thrilled to be attending several days of piano workshops here in the Seattle area! I arrived early enough yesterday morning that I was able to catch a bus downtown to explore the famous Pike Place Market and the Waterfront. It was a gorgeous, sunny afternoon, and I […]
And the Winner Is…
Beth! Congratulations! You will receive a package containing a collection of studio supplies so you can hold your own An Italian Intrigue. Hope you all enjoy the adventure!
Last Day to Win!
Just a quick reminder that today is the last day to win the full set of studio supplies for the An Italian Intrigue practice incentive theme. If you’re looking for a way to save money and time putting together a fun incentive for your studio, this travel-themed adventure might be just the thing! 🙂 Just […]
It’s Ready! An Italian Intrigue Practice Incentive Theme Package is Available and You Could Win a Complete Set of Studio Decor!
Thank you for your patience as I finished putting together the complete package from our studio practice incentive theme this year: An Italian Intrigue! If you are looking for a fun practice incentive theme to use in your studio next fall, this travel-themed adventure will capture your students’ enthusiasm! They will become better acquainted with […]
The Third Cliburn Amateur Piano Video Contest is Open for Submissions
Any amateur pianists who are 35 years old and older by June 15, 2012 are invited to participate in The Third Cliburn Amateur Piano Video Contest. Contestants cannot perform, compose, or teach music as their primary profession. I know that knocks just about all of us out of the running. 🙂 However, from July 16-August […]