The anticipation of a New Year is always so exciting! However, with it comes the realization of expectations already left unmet and hopeful ideas yet untried. I was fully expecting to have my blog re-design ready to unveil by the first of the year, but it is nowhere close to being complete. My studio newsletter […]
Teaching
Merry Christmas!
My studio is on Christmas break for the next couple of weeks, so it will be pretty quiet around here as well. The Christmas recital last Thursday was such a wonderful time! For those of you who didn’t get to tune in live, you can still access the archived videos on the Christmas Recital 2010 […]
Media Release Form
Several of you have asked about the Media Release Form that I use in my studio. I just wrote it up based on what seemed necessary for my situation, so it would be best to get legal counsel as you develop a form that meets your studio needs. Here’s what I came up with, though: […]
Composer Study Resources Galore!
If you’re familiar with different homeschooling methods, you’ll recognize the name Charlotte Mason. This Composer Study is specifically geared toward those looking to incorporate a study of composers into this method of homeschooling, however the information and resource lists and links are fabulous! If you are looking for helpful and practical ideas for doing a […]
Christmas Recital Tomorrow!
After many weeks of anticipation and many hours of work, the moment is just about here! Our annual studio Christmas recital is tomorrow evening. Our theme is A Collaborative Christmas: Proclaiming together the greatness of God! And remember, you’re all invited to attend! Just go to the Christmas Recital 2010 Ustream channel and you can […]
Monday Mailbag – Students Performing Without Teacher Knowledge
At a student’s lesson last week, he mentioned that he had performed a few pieces over the weekend for the public. I tried in my calmest, most interested (because I definitely was) tone to inquire as to the nature of the performance, who was there, WHAT did he play?!!! I’d really love to hear some […]
