Category: Professional Development

Tips for introducing a piece by rote

4/19/2021

Following up on my post last week about my new pattern-based pieces for beginners, today I am sharing a few thoughts on teaching by rote.

In the past few years, there has been a resurgence in the idea of teaching by rote, with numerous articles and books dedicated to the subject. But how exactly do you go about teaching a piece “by rote”? And more importantly, how does rote teaching benefit your students?

Read on for my thoughts on rote teaching and the step-by-step process I use for introducing a piece by rote.

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Why I Teach Video Game Music (and You Should Too!)

3/16/2021

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If you have browsed around my site, you’ve probably noticed lots of video game arrangements and original pieces in video game style. I began exploring this genre several years ago, inspired by the requests of my video game-loving students. This exploration has developed into a true love of the video game genre and the many wonderful composers who write for it.

So, today I am sharing with you some of the reasons I teach video game music...and why you should, too! If you have ever wondered how video game music can further your pedagogical goals with your students, this is the article for you!

Click “read more” to learn about the benefits of teaching video game music in your studio!

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Interview for the "All Keyed Up" Podcast!

2/22/2021

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I am excited to share the recent interview I did with Ben Kapilow for his podcast "All Keyed Up: Creative Conversations for Today's Piano Teachers."

I chatted with Ben about my experiences teaching, composing, and arranging, and I gave him a sneak peek at some of the projects I am working on right now!

You can listen to the podcast on Ben's website HERE. It is also available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Spotify.

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Music Publishing 101

1/22/2021

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I am often asked how I got started publishing my music. How does the publishing process work? What options are available today for composers looking to get started in the publishing industry?

The landscape of music publishing has changed greatly in the last ten years. There are more options than ever for composers to publish and market their music, either on their own or with the help of an established company.

So today, I am sharing a quick “Music Publishing 101” that will give you some insight into what your options are if you (or your students) are looking to publish sheet music of your own original compositions.

Curious about how the process works? Read on for more!

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2 Minute Teaching Tip #2: Dice

10/30/2020

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Looking for a simple way to make review activities a bit more fun? Today I am sharing a "2 Minute Teaching Tip" video featuring a few creative ways to use dice in your lessons.

Interested? Click "read more" to watch the video!

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Interview for the "All Keyed Up" Podcast!

Music Publishing 101

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