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4 Tips for Preparing Your Students for Adjudication

2/7/2023

Do you have students preparing to participate in a competition or festival this spring?

Playing for an adjudicated event can be very different from playing for a recital. Today I am sharing 4 tips that will help you make sure your students know what to expect the next time they play for a judge!

Keep reading to learn more....

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Practice Skills by Level, Part 1: Beginners

1/15/2023

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Teaching students how to practice is an important part of our role as music educators. However, as our students mature and progress at the piano, their practice routines will change--as will the skills they need to be able to practice efficiently and effectively.

This spring on my blog, I will be sharing a four-part series on teaching practice skills to students at each level of development. These articles will feature my best tips and tricks for how to help students learn to practice efficiently and in an age-appropriate and level-appropriate way.

Today's article is all about practice skills for beginners! Keep reading to see more...

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5 Tips for Choosing the Perfect Holiday Pieces for Your Students!

11/7/2022

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It is hard to believe that November is here! For piano teachers, that usually means that the holiday music season is about to be in full swing.

If you are working hard to choose the perfect holiday pieces for your students, today's post is for you! Keep reading to see my top tips for choosing the perfect holiday piece for each and every student in your studio....

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The Power of Choices: 5 Easy Ways to Keep Your Students Engaged at the Piano

10/23/2022

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Do you want to keep your students motivated and engaged at the piano over the long term? Then this article is for you!

I believe that the most important thing I do as a teacher to keep my students excited about piano lessons is to give them choices. Choices give students ownership over the learning process and help them to feel like their input is a valuable part of our lessons together. Choices have power, and learning how to use those choices to further your teaching goals is key!

Today I am sharing 5 ways you can use the power of choices to keep your students motivated, engaged, and excited about piano! Keep reading to learn more...

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Copyright 101: What You Need to Know About Copyright Law and Sheet Music

10/17/2022

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Understanding copyright law is essential for musicians and educators. But the rules can be tricky, and they can vary depending on where you live.

In today's post, I will be sharing what you and your students need to know about copyright and how it pertains to the sheet music you purchase and/or download.

Do you know the ins and outs of copyright law? Keep reading to find out!

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4 Tips for Preparing Your Students for Adjudication

Practice Skills by Level, Part 1: Beginners

5 Tips for Choosing the Perfect Holiday Pieces for Your Students!

The Power of Choices: 5 Easy Ways to Keep Your Students Engaged at the Piano

Copyright 101: What You Need to Know About Copyright Law and Sheet Music

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