Developing musicality within intermediate piano students can be challenging. Especially as we navigate the balance between what is on the page, working towards student independence and guiding our students towards creating a unique interpretation.Developing Musicality For Intermediate Piano Students
Why does piano registration have such a huge impact on the upcoming year? Because the decisions you make before you ever send the studio registration form are ones you have to live by (warts and all). At least until the next registration season starts. This can work out very well for you with 3 simple…Why Piano Registration Matters In The Upcoming Year
Recital prep. It's a busy time of year for everyone. Students learning songs. Parents doing their best to support practice. And, with so many items involved when you organize your piano recital, the to-do list (or lists) can feel very overwhelming. But, it doesn't have to be like this.Everything You Need To Organize Your Piano Recital
It's that time of year and many studios are working towards one goal. Making sure students have their recital song mastered. Or, songs depending on the size of the studio. Sometimes I wonder who is more stressed before the recital: the teacher or the student. And, I think that it all depends on how soon…Get A Recital Song Mastered With 10 “Last Minute” Ideas
Recital prep can be a stressful time for students and their families. The pressure to play things perfectly can lead to tears and parents wondering if it's all worth it. NOT what we want on their mind around registration season. Instead, wouldn't it be great to keep things light and fun while you prepare students…Best Strategy To Prepare Students For A Recital
Recitals are a wonderful opportunity for students to share not only how they've progressed, but also the music they love! However, the first step of choosing piano recital repertoire can be a challenge. Finding level appropriate music that can be learnt before the big day can make it feel like hair pulling is in your…Choosing Piano Recital Repertoire Students Get Excited About
Once you decide to move away from method books, it can be overwhelming deciding what to first teach on piano. No longer do you have a levelled book telling you the next step in the process. Depending on the age and interests of your student, you may need to adapt what or how you teach.…4 Concepts You Need For Teaching Piano To Beginners
There are many reasons teachers choose their studio repertoire. But, is it actually worth teaching classical music? Especially when today's students might not be too interested in the "dead white guys" that have historically appeared in the classical canon. Is Classical Music Bad? No! Just like any other era of music there is great music…Is It Actually Worth Teaching Classical Music?
The weather outside may not say Spring right now. But, the process of looking at piano studio registration documents feels like a time of renewal and chance to plan for a great year. Dealing With Things Proactively When I first started my business, I had read the stories of frustrated studio owners and teachers who…Your Ideal Piano Studio Registration Documents For A Great Year
When you first start teaching piano it can feel very overwhelming. Actually, it can even feel overwhelming a few years in! So, how can you find the best approach to teach piano? For starters, understand that a method book series is not an approach to teaching. It's a series of books that contain music and…What Is The Best Approach To Teach Piano?
