How to Take a Vacation When You’re a Piano Teacher
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June 15, 2021Typically I like to start my summer "vacation" with a look at the big picture. After all, a little big…How Music Theory and Improvisation Can Be Taught Together
April 21, 2021Music theory and improvising. It's important to have both in our teaching. But, what is the best way to teach…The Theory Behind Teaching Piano Using A ‘Sound Before Sight’ Approach
April 14, 2021Whether it's Pestalozzi, Mason, Suzuki or Gordon the idea of teaching aurally before getting students to read goes back hundreds…The Best Online Group Lesson Ideas For Music Studios
December 2, 2020One of the biggest concerns, when a studio moves online, is, "How will I create community?" There can be a…How To Plan a Multi-Level Group Lesson
October 13, 2020Planning group lessons is a wonderful way to increase social engagement in your studio. Holding a multi-level group lesson may…