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I have a deep, dark secret. I haven't spent nearly enough time on music history in my studio. But, it's something I wanted to change so I rounded up 6 music history group lesson ideas that students love ... and are easy to plan!6 Awesome Music History Group Lesson Ideas That Students Love
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I had no idea just how much time I was spending on prepping for lessons. Until I started to track it. Isn't it funny how that works out? At that point, I challenged myself with how to reduce prep time regardless of whether I was teaching in-person or online. In-Person vs. OnlineThere are many similarities between…How To Reduce Prep Time (Even When You Teach Online)
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Setting up a routine is important for having a successful year. Not only does it ensure we make time for the concepts we want to teach, it makes time for when we need to step back and let our students lead. For our students that have unique learner needs, a routine can be the thing…How to Set Up an Effective Routine Before Lessons Start
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Let's face it. As piano teachers, we all love a good break. But, do we really know how to take a vacation? Or, inevitably do we end up in the office/studio/couch getting work done instead of taking a real break?How to Take a Vacation When You’re a Piano Teacher
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Years ago, I was a junior high teacher at a school for neurodiverse students. It came with lots of joy when a student would have a breakthrough behaviourally, developmentally, or academically. But, it also came with its challenges. Specifically, anxiety and frustration amongst some of my students.When Anxiety Means It’s NOT the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
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Group lessons are an amazing way to keep enthusiasm up in any studio. It's a great time for students to visit, build a sense of studio community and bring a change in our routine right about when students need a change in scenery. How do you host a fun online Halloween group lesson? Without feeling…How to Host a Fun Online Halloween Group Lesson!
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When studios moved online, digital escape rooms became increasingly popular. And that popularity continued as teachers began using these for in-person and hybrid lessons! But, why do digital escape rooms work so well?Why Do Digital Escape Rooms Work So Well?
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Practice. It is a necessary part of learning any new skill. But, practice made fun? Really?Practice Made Fun – The Easy Way
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Typically I like to start my summer "vacation" with a look at the big picture. After all, a little big picture planning goes a long way for my online piano studio. No one wants to spend all of their vacation working on studio projects. But, no one wants to be flooded with work when they…A Little Planning Goes a Long Way
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Music theory and improvising. It's important to have both in our teaching. But, what is the best way to teach music theory? To avoid the mistakes of the past, music theory should above all be done in a timely, hands-on manner that ensures students see the connection between theory and application. One of the best…How Music Theory and Improvisation Can Be Taught Together
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