Thanks to videoconferencing tools such as Skype and FaceTime, teaching music lessons online is becoming more and more popular among teachers all over the world. In this post I’ll share a few of my own experiences teaching online piano lessons: finding the right clients, introducing concepts in online lessons, visual aids, having online students perform in your studio recitals, what to do…
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Printable sticky notes in piano lessons can give students a tremendous amount of ownership over their own practice sessions. Quick, easy, customizable sticky notes work for scales, solo repertoire, theory, recital prep, and so much more! Students are eager to follow their own practice steps, which makes practice time more effective and efficient, and the real bonus is that students…
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When students enter our studios, they usually arrive with some sort of baggage. Leftover and unprocessed feelings or emotions from the day, worries, stresses, fears. We often don’t see or hear about these issues, especially with students that are really good at “keeping it together”, but sometimes those feelings rear their heads during our weekly lessons with our students, causing…
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Valentine’s Day is almost here, and you might be scrambling to find the perfect idea for a Valentine piano party, special music lesson, or to treat your students to something unique that still reviews music while allowing them to have a ton of fun! It’s so easy to incorporate some fun Valentine’s Day activities and games into your piano lessons…
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The One Little Word concept was started by Ali Edwards, who is a designer, blogger, workshop instructor, and author. Ali says she “began a tradition of choosing one word for myself each January – a word to focus on, meditate on, and reflect upon as I go about my daily life.” You can read more about the One Little Word concept at…
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This is a comforting and delicious soup recipe that includes some wonderful autumn veggies, but is fantastic any time of year. Perfect for busy teachers who want to prep the soup ahead and enjoy an easy dinner after teaching all day. Let it simmer on the stovetop and fill your home with its comforting aroma while you’re working on lesson…
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Happy Fall, Y’all! In October, my students participated in our biggest ever costume recital, complete with food, photos, and even some hilarious games! Spoiler alert – you’re going to get a few free downloads to help host your own fabulous recital! 😀 What did we do? To prepare for this recital, I used my trusty Recital Planning Checklist & Timeline,…
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