We often get stuck thinking that there is a “right” way to teach certain concepts. But I think to be a good teacher is to admit that there is not a “right” way, but better ways and even multiple ways
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“Ok, we’re officially moving on from this song. I think I’m going to go crazy if I hear this tune one more time!” The look of absolute relief on my student’s face told me he felt the same. This student
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“How is possible that it’s not even May yet, and my calendar has every weekend booked to the brim from now until mid-June?” My husband could sense a rant coming on. He turned towards me and said, “Is there anything
Summer camps can be a wonderful way to boost your income during the summer months. It’s also a great way to keep students engaged when regular lessons aren’t happening, and an excellent strategy for boosting fall numbers. But what do
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The newest editable recital template is here! It’s filled with intentionality and subtle details that you and your audience will enjoy. This professional black and white editable recital template is an easy way to elevate your studio image by giving
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Recital season is here, and there is so much to think about as piano teachers! Student repertoire, venue, whether to have a theme, refreshments, recital programs, a speech – the list can feel endless! One of the bigger things to
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There is a lot of planning that goes into a recital – venue, repertoire, parent communication, the list goes on! But one very important aspect that can easily go unnoticed until right before the event is a welcome and ending
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Spring is in the air, which means it’s that time of year – recital season! I always have at least one student who absolutely dreads playing in recitals. To be honest, I was that student! I had performance anxiety, and
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The first Piano Teaching Idea Share of 2023 is here! This is Idea Share #8, and has ideas that are as inspiring as they are creative! ComposeCreate piano teachers from all around the world gave us insights into their teaching
The Beautiful Places series continues to be an incredibly popular series on ComposeCreate! Sophisticated sounds at an early level are hard to find, so teens and adults especially are connecting with these pieces. And we’ve been thrilled that even kids
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Merry to Moody:
Holiday music for everyone!
Tired of the usual holiday music?This free webinar is just for you! Lots of new, original, and classic holiday, winter, and seasonal music will wow your students onto the bench! And you'll love the new audience participation piece as well!
