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A Mallet, a Piano, and a Terrified Teacher
Imagine the excitement on the faces of your youngest piano students when you open up your piano, give them a mallet (xylophone…not kitchen!) and tell them to smack those strings. While a mallet in the hand of the wrong student … Continue reading
Our New Project Is Ready To Launch… Check It Out!
We are very excited to announce the launch of our newest project, Kick It Classical Radio. Kick It Classical Radio grew out of a very real need to expose our piano students to classical music in a friendly and fun … Continue reading
Are Your Piano Practice Incentives Fizzling? It’s Q&A Day!
Question: I’ve noticed some teachers have piano practice incentive themes. Do you encourage practice this way, or do you think steady improvement is enough to motivate students to continue practicing? I’d like to hear what you think of incentive programs. … Continue reading
What Piano Teachers… and Men, Need To Know About Valentine’s Day
I think Valentine’s Day is a silly holiday. Why? If you forget to do “something special” for a loved one, you are definitely in trouble. But, if you DO plan something special, the “specialness” is tarnished because it’s Valentine’s Day…that … Continue reading
It’s Okay If Piano Practice Looks a Little Different Sometimes
If piano students want to progress, then regular piano practice has to be a priority. Consistency really is key! But as any piano teacher knows, inspiring students to practice is not always an easy task. That’s why I always tell … Continue reading
Today’s Q&A – When a Student Wants to Quit Piano Lessons…
What little tricks of the trade can you share for when kids go through the “I don’t wanna take lessons anymore” stage and lose their enthusiasm? I’d say it’s safe to say that every piano teacher at some point has … Continue reading
Beyond Middle C… Leaving the Comfort Zone
Today’s submitted question: I have a transfer student that is VERY attached to the Middle C position and the finger numbers. She has taken piano twice before in 6-month stints and can play by ear, but is having a difficult time … Continue reading
Piano Teaching Q&A For the Young at Heart
Today’s Question: What are some ways to get adult piano students playing within the community or some ideas on holding events for adult students (not calling them “recitals”)? Ahhh, adult piano students… You mention a recital and the “deer in the … Continue reading
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