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Making Video Lessons Work for You
Have you ever wanted to clone yourself? Oh, I have. It would be wonderful to have a clone that can pick up some of the responsibilities. *Small Spoiler Alert* My husband and I recently finished a show called “Living With Yourself”. It’s about a guy who was looking for...
Everybody Pop It Now!
If you haven't heard of a "Pop It," they are the latest fad right now and are everywhere! When they first came out I tried to resist going out and buying any. Why? Because I have really been trying not to get swept up in fads, only to have the item collect dust later....
Leveling Up with Blitz Rote Repertoire
Exactly two years ago this August, I purchased the Lifetime Membership of BlitzBooks Rote Repertoire. Now this purchase decision didn't come lightly. I needed to be confident that I would use the materials with my students and that I would get great value from it. So...
Musicathlon | A Music Olympic Inspired Program
It's hard to believe that it has been 20 years when I first introduced a music Olympic program to my students. At the time, I called it "Piano Olympics", not knowing any better. (You can read more about why that changed here if you are curious) Fast forward, what was...
Jukebox Journey Online Recital
Last weekend our online recital, Jukebox Journey premiered! The theme came from the practice incentive program, Jukebox Journey. I was really hoping that by this spring we would be able to do an in person recital. But it turns out that wasn't in the cards quite yet. I...
Summer Scheduling
Every year about this time of year, piano teacher Facebook groups are flooded with the same question... how do you handle your summer scheduling? And the question is a good one because none of us like to lose income over the summer. I get it and 100% agree! Yet, this...
Sounds of Encouragement
I had the wonderful opportunity to be a recent guest on Melissa Slocum's podcast, Sounds of Encouragement....
Summer Camp Music Resource Roundup
Can you use a break about now? How about your students? Well, it's that time of year! Time to plan and schedule your summer camp so everyone can get a much needed break (plus have a lot of fun too). Over the years, summer camp has become and win-win in my studio....
St. Patrick’s Day Music Resource Roundup
Before I share the St. Patrick's Day Music Resource Roundup, I thought it would be fun to share some fun facts about the holiday. Many of which you might find surprising! (I did) Did You Know? St. Patrick’s Day observes the death of St. Patrick, the patron saint of...
Review: Essential Piano Exercises
I have recently been taking some courses and participating in some challenges that will help improve my skills when it comes to playing music outside the written notation. ie: Chord Patterns, Lead Sheets, Improvisation, etc. All of these involve essential piano...
