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Practice Made Fun – The Easy Way
Practice. It is a necessary part of learning any new skill. But, practice made fun? Really?Read more ...
How Music Theory and Improvisation Can Be Taught Together
Music theory and improvising. It's important to have both in our teaching. But, what is the best way to teach…Read more ...
The Theory Behind Teaching Piano Using A ‘Sound Before Sight’ Approach
Whether it's Pestalozzi, Mason, Suzuki or Gordon the idea of teaching aurally before getting students to read goes back hundreds…Read more ...
The Best Online Group Lesson Ideas For Music Studios
One of the biggest concerns, when a studio moves online, is, "How will I create community?" There can be a…Read more ...
How To Plan a Multi-Level Group Lesson
Planning group lessons is a wonderful way to increase social engagement in your studio. Holding a multi-level group lesson may…Read more ...
5 Biggest Challenges Teaching Preschoolers
Teaching preschoolers brings it owns joys and challenges. The hugs are a-mazing! And, the smiles are the best kind of…Read more ...
Should We Let Students Make Mistakes … or Correct Everything?
This last week, I was watching my kids as they completed some of their daily tasks. And it got me…Read more ...
Practice Challenge During Spring Break? Yes. Really.
We all know that practice tends to drop off during vacation times. Between family trips and a more relaxed home…Read more ...