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5 Fun Ways to Celebrate Halloween in Your Studio!

9/11/2026

As you may know, I love using the excitement surrounding holidays like Halloween and Christmas to motivate (and educate) my students.

Today I am sharing 5 fun activities you can do this fall to celebrate Halloween--including FREE printables that will help reinforce music history, music theory, creativity, and much more!

Keep reading to learn more...

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4 Ways to Set Your Studio Up for Success in 2026!

12/29/2025

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The start of a new year signals a fresh beginning in our studios. For most of us, January is a time for new music and new goals for the coming year.

In this article, I'll be sharing 4 ways you can set your studio up for success this year! Whether you are preparing students for competitions, planning your spring recital, or just looking for ideas to motivate your students to practice--I've got you covered!

Keep reading to see a variety of free printables and helpful articles that will help you start the year off right...

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5 Musicianship Activities to Do in Your Lessons This December!

11/25/2025

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Holiday songs have been chosen; winter break is on the horizon...are your students feeling the excitement of the holiday season?

Why not harness that holiday excitement to work on building important musicianship skills, too? Today I am sharing 5 musicianship skills that you can incorporate into your lessons this holiday season, with FREEBIES that will make your job easier!

Keep reading to see the activities...

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Seasonal Repertoire and Teaching Activities to Energize Your Studio

9/8/2025

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The fall semester is officially underway!

Today I am sharing some of my favorite original pieces, arrangements, and teaching activities that will help you to harness the excitement of the upcoming holidays to motivate your students!

Whether you are looking for lyrical solos or showstopping duets, you'll find something to please every student in your studio on this list. As a bonus, get FREE copies of my favorite seasonal teaching activities to use during the fall and winter months!

Keep reading for more...

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The "Happy Birthday" Resource Round-Up!

7/30/2025

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If I had to choose one song that every piano student should be able to play from memory, it would be "Happy Birthday."

Help students at every level be prepared to play this beloved song for their friends and family when the occasion arrives! Read on to find both FREE versions and arrangements available for purchase of this song from pre-reading to late intermediate levels!

Keep reading to see the music...

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5 Fun Ways to Celebrate Halloween in Your Studio!

4 Ways to Set Your Studio Up for Success in 2026!

5 Musicianship Activities to Do in Your Lessons This December!

Seasonal Repertoire and Teaching Activities to Energize Your Studio

The "Happy Birthday" Resource Round-Up!

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