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Prince Charles’ Face Sounds Harmonic… What Does Your Face Sound Like?
Think you could teach your piano students to play the rainbow? Neil could… Until he entered university, Neil Harbisson could only see the world in shades of grey. Diagnosed with achromtopsia at the age of 11, he was completely color … Continue reading
This Would Be One Chaotic Group Piano Lesson
You know… I’ve always been envious of art instructors or dance teachers, and their ability to teach multiple students (and therefore collect multiple cheques) at once. I mean really, as piano teachers what are we supposed to do? Personally, I … Continue reading
Who Knew This Famous Celebrity Could Rock Out on the Piano?
I started out writing today’s post with the intent of exploring famous celebrities who are also piano players. Not only did I believe it might make for an interesting post, but I also thought it might be beneficial for teachers … Continue reading
Piano and the Prince of Passion
On Saturday night, Prince played the Save on Foods Memorial Centre here in Victoria, British Columbia. I am not a huge Prince fan, but good friends of mine happen to be Prince-aholics… and of course were in attendance. As a … Continue reading
A Flood, a Snowstorm, a Funeral, and… a Christmas Recital
Well, for me, another Christmas recital is in the books. It was tough but successful. Nine hours of music spread over five recitals, paired with a newborn that eats every 45 minutes… a juggling act to say the least! But … Continue reading
Want Your Piano Studio To Really Impress This Holiday Season?
Want your piano studio to get noticed this holiday season? Maybe a little light show combined with music is the answer! Watch the videos below to see the awesomeness that is born when Christmas light displays are combined with music… … Continue reading
There’s Always Time For a Little Piano Practice
If your students ever complain about not having time to practice, you might want to share this little story with them… In the small town of Tiel in the Netherlands, heads were shaking one September morning at the local haunts … Continue reading
9 Reasons I Love Teaching Piano That Have Nothing to do with Teaching Piano
Here are 9 things I love about teaching piano that have nothing to do with teaching piano. Disclaimer – This list by no means implies teaching piano is “easy”… because it is not. But when I feel frustrated by the … Continue reading
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