Seriously, let’s just stop doing all those boring rhythm drills with our students, okay? Why do them, when you can have as much fun as this student and I had making this video! If you still are on the fence […]
Are YOU Having This Much Fun Teaching Rhythm? Challenge #3 Read More »
If you got the email today, you already know what “March Music Madness” is and why it’s so exciting! If you didn’t get the ComposeCreate newsletter, you’ll want to sign up right away, because only newsletter subscribers will be getting
March Music Madness Starts Soon! FREE Teaching Resources for Subscribers Read More »
When I was in my undergrad, I write a huge report on the “Doctrine of the Affections” which analyzed the tuning systems of the first few hundred years of pianos, the “feelings” that were associated with each key, and why
What’s Your Favorite Key? Read More »
Scores of teachers have emailed me to tell me that they are using the Snowman flashcards for winter challenges for their students. So, I decided that for the next 3 weeks, I’m going to hold a mini Winter Olympics Competition
New, Free Snowman Interval Cards – Winter Olympic Challenge! Read More »
Okay, my students really want some competition! Here’s the 2nd rhythm challenge from a different part of the Rhythm Manipulations® book. All you have to do is watch it, and beat this student’s metronome speed. You can upload your video
We Challenge YOU! Rhythm Challenge #2 Read More »
The Future of Piano Teaching – Pete Jutras Interview I’m sure you’ve noticed that life has changed a lot in the last 10 to 20 years! We can now “google” something to get an immediate answer, children and adults have screens
The Future of Piano Teaching…Are You Changing With It? Read More »
I’m sure you’ve seen other bloggers talking about this: an online conference coming February 5-8, 2014, just for piano teachers! I’m excited that someone is taking the initiative and doing all the work to bring excellent sessions on piano pedagogy,
Online Music Conference – Comment to enter giveaway Read More »
Almost every year, I organize a Christmas Cover Art Contest for my students. The winner’s picture is put on the front of our holiday recital program and sometimes the 2nd place winner gets their picture on the inside of the
Will You Please Vote on Our 2013 Christmas Cover Art? Read More »
It’s Black Friday and time to share all the great gadgets that will make your piano teaching loads of fun! I’ve found some new items this year that I hope I receive (but who’s kidding whom…I’ll buy them if I
2013 Christmas Wish List Read More »
I want my students to have fun at our year end holiday party. But I want it to be EASY for me too. Here are what I think are the 5 Secrets to an Easy and Fun Holiday Party: Food. That
5 Secrets to an Easy and Exciting Holiday Party! Read More »
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!
