I just saw a fabulous video, appropriate for teachers,musicians, and even children, about what happens when we copy creative works. While it might seem somewhat self-serving to blog about this, I will tell you that composers especially get so little […]
The Flying Bicycle: What Happens When We Copy Read More »
Jennifer Foxx over at Foxx Piano Studio Resources shared about an incredible idea for a low cost or money making recital! This idea could literally eliminate all your recital costs and potentially make money for your studio! What is the idea?
Is There Such a Thing as a Low-cost or Money-making Recital? Read More »
In the last Dollars and Sense post, I mentioned the long list of things I learned from my child’s Kids Day Out provider. If you are interested in how others handle things like snow days and such things, then you’ll
A Policy Tip from Day Care – $5 a Day! Read More »
Over the last few weeks, I have had a number of teachers ask me if there are summer camp plans and materials available for sale. I know that there are a number out there, but I can’t always remember where
Pre-packaged Summer Camps Read More »
I think it’s always helpful for us teachers to look into other professions to see how they handle things like missed payments, missed appointments, and such things. I’m in a great place to do that these days with school aged and
And You Thought MY Makeup Policy Was Severe! Read More »
My son recently studied limericks in school. I love the sounds of everything from music notes to words and have been known to annoyingly say a word over and over just because I like it’s sound…never mind its meaning! So for
Does This Limerick Describe You? Read More »
There are some fantastic workshops and conferences available for teachers this summer! I’ll actually be speaking two times at NCKP so I hope you can make it there. Here is information on that conference as well as others. Please let
Summer 2013 Teaching Workshops and Conferences Read More »
by Marcia Vahl, NCTM Judging opportunities may take us into judging state piano exams, contests, Piano Guild, Federation Junior Festivals, or composition contests. No matter what the event, writing a great piano critique starts with considering who will read it.
The 4 Elements of a Great Piano Critique Read More »
I’m always excited when there is an organized effort to help students and teachers foster the creativity that is already in them and us. Here at the beginning of the 21st century, I am seeing a shift in our profession
Overcome Your Fear of Improvising This Summer! Read More »
Ever since I began presenting the “Best Stress-free Business Practices” workshop, I’ve had teachers asking me all kinds of advice on best business practices. But although I love giving practical advice for makeup lessons, tuition structures, overscheduled students, flex time,
Do You Know Where You Are Going? Business Plans Read More »
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