In the Composition for Kids lecture, I mentioned having a “Theme and Variations Challenge” to encourage students to compose. In my studio, we are currently having a “Theme and Variations Challenge” to the Christmas tune, Jingle Bells. Last week in our group […]
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Last year my Christmas book, All is Calm, All is Bright was published by Augsburg Fortress. This book contains 13 carols arranged for solo piano and are perfect performance pieces for recital, church, or personal enjoyment. The level is late
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Since winter is just around the corner and in many places already here, I thought I’d point out some seasonal flashcards on the ComposeCreate® website. I use these types of activities while my students are waiting on siblings or during
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Piano Technicians Guild The Piano Technicians Guild (PTG) is dedicated to providing continuing education for piano technicians. Their commitment to continuing education also includes the credentialed professional piano teaching community. To that end, the PTG is pleased to announce the
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Introducing Sharps and Flats I had a few students who were I needed to think about introducing sharps and flats to this week. I’ve noticed that some of my students get confused with which is which, so I inquired on the
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Best Blogs for Piano Teachers Updated 4/19 Ever wondered what the best blogs for piano teachers were? Well, there are many new blogs out there for piano teachers that are good, but a few are excellent. I categorize blogs as excellent when
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For the past few months, I have been using some different strategies to help my students play more musically. The Caught Ya Makin’ Music Cards have worked wonders for many of my students, young and old! In addition to these
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Here is part 2 of the interview with Kevin Costley.  Take a moment to read Part 1 if you missed it. Kevin’s first experiences as a composer: 6. How did you practice the art of composing when you were first learning? What kind
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Thank you to all the students and teachers who submitted questions for the interview with Kevin Costley.  All of the questions were interesting and thought provoking. I found that several of the questions overlapped, so it was easy to find
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Several budding composers have asked my advice on submitting manuscripts to publishing companies. I’ve given them a few suggestions, but I recently found this Guide to Submitting Manuscripts from the Lorenz Corporation that captures a lot of the things that composers
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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!
