Composer’s Corner: The Story of Olivier Messiaen
Olivier Messiaen was a French composer who wrote a hauntingly beautiful quartet…while he was imprisoned in a Nazi concentration camp. In this series, we’re exploring …
Why Stuffed Animals Are Awesome Teaching Tools
Since I became a violin and piano teacher, I’ve used a variety of tools, props, and games to keep things exciting for my music students. …
100 Creative Themes for Your Studio Recital
Last year I wrote a post on the top ten studio recital themes for a memorable performance. It’s been one of the most popular posts …
The Top Ten List of Effective Studio Mottos
Sometimes our students need a little extra encouragement and motivation. Having a studio motto to pull out during lessons is a great way to give …
How to Teach Energetic Students
Do you have any little energizer bunnies in your music studio? I certainly do! How do we keep the attention of these students? How do …
How to Teach Perfectionist Students
Do you have any little perfectionists in your music studio? I do, and I tend to be one myself. How can we help …