“Best in Show”
Richard Rejino’s book What Music Means to Me was showcased at this year’s NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) conference. At the end of the conference, his book was chosen as the “Best In Show” and labeled as a “gotta […]
What Music Means to Me [Author Interview]
What Music Means to Me Project is a celebration of the value of music in education and quality of life. This project was started by Richard Rejino, a musician and photographer, in a most interesting way. You can read more
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Winners of Tangy Tango
I have used a random number generator and the winners of the Tangy Tango giveaway are: 28 – Suzanne 16 – Betsy Congratulations Suzanne and Betsy! Please email me your mailing address and I will send you your copy of
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What would you say? [Composition Corner]
This is the third article and our first “breakout session” in the Composition Corner series. Read Tip #1: What Do You Want Me to Do? and Tip #2: Find Something Positive before trying your hand at this activity. Teaching Composition:
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Review of Tangy Tango
Don’t forget that I’m giving away 2 copies of “Tangy Tango” on Wednesday (AND there is an amazing product post and giveaway starting on Wednesday that you won’t want to miss!). See this post for information on all the ways
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A Writer’s Ideas [Inspiration Point]
Everything you do, everywhere you go, you can gather ideas. Train yourself to keep your eyes and ears open at all times. Tune in your sense of smell, your sense of taste. Keep all your sense acute and listening. Write
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New Piece and Giveaway: Tangy Tango
If you are looking for a flashy recital piece for a Level 1 student, Hal Leonard has just published a new piece of mine called Tangy Tango. This piece is perfect for the showy student or the student who
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Find Something Positive [Composition Corner]
Help Student Composers: Find Something Positive to Say This is the second article in the Composition Corner series in which we discuss tips on working with students on composition. See What Do You Want Me to Do? Today’s tip concerns
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Look Sharply After Your Thoughts [Inspiration Point]
I’m sure I am not the only creative who has had a great idea, told myself that I would remember it for later, promptly forgot it, and then bemoaned the fact that I did not take time to write it
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$5 off Sight Reading Practice Pieces
This week, I am celebrating the launch of the new ComposeCreate store by offering $5 off the Sight Reading Practice pieces. These pieces are designed to help your students prepare for the Kansas Music Progressions test, the Washington Musicianship Auditions
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