Category: Technology

New Tutorial Video Playlist!

8/12/2022

Did you know that many of my elementary piano arrangements have accompanying Synthesia tutorial videos?

You can see my whole playlist of arrangements that include accompanying tutorial videos HERE!

But, just what is Synthesia, and how can these videos help you and your students? Keep reading to learn more!

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Create a Virtual Holiday Recital in 5 Minutes (or Less!)

11/21/2021

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As the holiday season approaches, many of us are looking for options for hosting a safe, convenient holiday recital for our students.

If you have been considering hosting a virtual recital, but worried about the time commitment involved, this post is for you!

In today's post, I will be sharing tips for how you can put together a holiday recital using YouTube's playlist feature in under 5 minutes! Keep reading for step-by-step instructions for you and your students on how it works.

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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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A Quick Guide to Notation Software

8/7/2020

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Let’s talk notation software!

If you have students who are interested in composition, you might have wondered about the best software to use to help them create professional-looking scores of their musical creations. Or, maybe you have wondered if there is an easy, inexpensive program that you can use yourself to create sheet music for your students?

With all of the choices available, how do you pick the best notation software for you and your students? Read on for my thoughts about a few of the most popular notation software products on the market today and the pros and cons of each one.

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My 5 Favorite Zoom Features for Online Teaching

3/29/2020

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With so many teachers transitioning to online teaching for the first time, you’ve probably heard about the video-conferencing app Zoom.

Maybe you have already tried it for your lessons, or maybe you’ve read about it and wonder what all the fuss is about?

I’ve just started getting my feet wet with Zoom, and I really like it so far! So, if you are considering Zoom for your lessons, or if you are currently using it and looking for more creative ways to make it work for you, read on to learn about my top five favorite Zoom features!

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