The Top Ten List of Pieces to Learn If You Love Christmas
Are you looking for some new classical repertoire this Christmas? These festive favorites are perfect for the holiday season! 10. “Little Tree” by Eric Whitacre …
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 …