Bradley Sowash, a guest writer for this blog, has released a series of videos on playing and teaching jazz called Jazz Piano for Beginners. As is typical of his presentations, he not only talks about his great jazz pieces for […]
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During April and May, I know many teachers take time to revise their piano policies. So I thought I’d let you know how this process usually works for me and find out what works for you as well. As I
As You Revise Your Piano Policy… Read More »
The April MTNA e-Journal is out and the first paragraph from the editor contains an excellent idea! Patricia Powell, e-Journal Committee Editor writes, May is National Sight-Saving Month, and in my independent piano studio, we are gearing up for our
Great idea from the April MTNA e-Journal Read More »
by Kristin Yost Have you ever been so busy with parents, students, technology and more students where you wished you just had three minutes to use the restroom or you forgot to pay your phone bill and could use five
Creative Time Management for the Full-time IMT Read More »
The Latin phrase sic transit gloria mundi means ‘thus passes the glory of the world’. Watts shortened it because his subject ‘was not so much the passing of the glory of the world but rather the end of all human
What I Gave…[Inspiration Point] Read More »
Hal Leonard is having another sale which includes many of my pieces. From now until July 31st, you can order up to two copies of these specially selected music publications and receive an educator discount of 40%. Browse through their
40% off Hal Leonard Titles Read More »
Based on the number of hits and emails I’ve received, Keeping Track of Student Progress is a concern for many of my teaching friends. So, I decided to write a follow up post answering some of your questions about my
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by Kristin Yost Are you tired of not making enough money, especially in the summer? Or are you perpetually frustrated because you think you should be making more, especially for all of the hours you put in? Well, letʼs figure
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I like to be very organized. I like to be on top of everything my students need to learn. I like to always meet my deadlines. I’d like it if I am never to blame for my student’s lack of
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The Great Fuzzy Event of 2026!
You will not believe what we released at this premier event! Four new Fuzzies solos, a new and FREE incentive program, summer ideas, new resources and so much more! Even the replay is super fun!
