Just a quick reminder that if you’re planning to purchase a copy of The Pianist’s Book of Musical Scales and Keys, next Tuesday is the last day to use the $5 discount code (enter this code when you checkout: O68233H4). The entire proceeds of the sales this month will go to Zach and his family […]
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Buy A Book of Musical Scales and Keys to Support Zach!
If you watched the Studio Compilation video from Monday’s post you got a glimpse of Zach, a wonderful little guy that just started lessons with me last fall (he’s the fourth one in the video). Right off the bat, I could tell that he was serious about lessons. Of course, I should have known – […]
Giveaway of 8 Hour Compilation of Background Music!
Michael Griffin, of Music Education World, has written an interesting article on the benefits of background music in the classroom. He kindly agreed to let me publish it here as a guest post, along with a special giveaway opportunity at the end: Do teachers use background music in classrooms in your school? Background music is […]
And the Winners Are…
#30 – Carmen #101 – Amy Chaplin #49 – Karla I’ve sent each of you an e-mail with instructions for receiving your free copy of The Pianist’s Book of Musical Scales and Keys. Congratulations! Thanks to all who participated. Stay tuned for another great giveaway next Tuesday!
Monday Mailbag – What to Do When Students Aren’t Ready for the Recital
I’m frustrated with students that have the ability and time to have their recital songs prepared by the performance date, but do not. I am considering “recital contracts.” If the students are not completely prepared two weeks before the recital date, they will not participate. How does this sound to you? This is a tough situation. […]
Check It Out! Noteworthy Happenings on the Web!
Support the Rhythm Ruler Project Music educator and double bass player Peter Tambroni has developed an ingenious rhythm ruler that resonates with music students. He is looking for funding to get his project off the ground and into the hands of other music teachers and students. You can support his efforts for as little as […]
