Category: Practicing

Taking the Guesswork Out of Teaching "Guessers"

9/6/2022

We have all encountered "guessers" in our studio at one time or another: the students who seem to find it easier to guess at playing the right notes instead of reading the music carefully.

A lesson with a "guesser" can be a frustrating experience for both teacher and student--but it doesn't have to be! In today's post, we will get to the root of why some students are "guessers," and I will share 4 strategies that will make your lessons with these students more productive and more fun!

Keep reading to take the guesswork out of teaching "guessers"....

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Free Repertoire Challenge Coloring Pages!

5/15/2022

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One of my favorite "end of the school year" activities is to help my students create a repertoire list of their very favorite pieces from the past year. It really gives students a sense of accomplishment to see all of the fun music they have learned how to play!

This is also a great activity for students who will be taking a break from lessons over the summer, as it gives them lots of pieces that they know well that they can continue to review and share with friends and family over their break.

Today I am sharing two free "Repertoire Challenge" coloring pages that you can use with your students this summer, too! Have your students write in the names of their favorite pieces, then color the page each time they review their repertoire. How many colors can they add to their page by the end of the summer?

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A Recital-Ready Timeline for Students

4/7/2022

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Today I am sharing an updated version of this article that I wrote for the blog at Tonara.com.

If you aren't familiar with Tonara, it is a unique app with a variety of features that enable teachers to manage their studio and motivate their students to practice. Visit Tonara's website HERE to learn more!

Are spring recital preparations in full swing at your studio? We are T-minus 4 weeks from spring recital here at my studio, and the pressure is on!

Do you want to make sure that your students are confident, well-prepared, and ready to perform? Keep reading to find a handy, recital-ready timeline with tips on how to best help students to practice and prepare in the weeks leading up to a performance.

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Metronome 101: 5 tips for introducing the metronome to your students

10/12/2021

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The metronome can be a helpful tool for many reasons. It can also be a tool that musicians love to hate!

Why is the metronome important, and how should students start practicing with the metronome? In today's post, I will be sharing some of my best tips for successfully introducing the metronome to your students--as well as a few alternatives to traditional metronome practice!

Read on for more "Metronome 101..."

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Musicianship Monthly for September

8/30/2021

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The Musicianship Monthly series is back! (Want to learn more about Musicianship Monthly and see past activities? Click HERE!)

Just like last year, each month I will be focusing on a different musicianship skill and giving you links to free resources you can use with your students! This gives you the opportunity to rotate through a variety of musicianship skills to supplement your lessons with students of all ages.

Last year, we covered a variety of topics, including lead sheet playing, transposing, guided composition, and sight-reading. What's up first for this year? A great skill to jump-start the new school year: PRACTICING!

Click "read more" for 3 free worksheets you can use this month to help develop your students' practice skills!

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