games, tips, and ideas for the music teacher and student
“Did you practice the piano this week?” I asked my children, knowing full well that I hadn’t heard much music happening here in our house. “I can’t remember. I think I did. . . a few days ago.” It’s not that my kids don’t know they need to practice. I even bought them special piano […]
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I never wanted a Clavinova when I was beginning piano lessons. In fact, I started playing the piano when I was 8 on a pretty little upright that my parents bought for my older brother. After a few years we graduated to a baby grand. Thus began our family joke that our boat, new car,
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Today was our first day back to piano lessons in 2016. I knew my kids hadn’t practiced much, and we needed a fun filled music theory game to remind them of their notes. My son has a large tub of nerf guns, so I tried a few different ideas until I came up with Music Theory Target Practice.
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I started congregational hymn playing when I was only 14 years old. Our church pianist had to be away for about 8 weeks, and so I started playing early. It was hard at first, but I chose and practised the songs ahead of time. I have been playing off and on ever since then, and now
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At the moment, I am teaching 3 of my children to play the piano. As I am both mother and teacher, I get to supervise their practise from the kitchen sink. I try not to interfere too often, but sometimes I make a suggestion. Here are a few ideas that may help you or your
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Do you play the piano? Do you know someone who wants to learn? Teaching beginner piano is not as hard as you may think. It requires a little patience, and a knowledge of how to play yourself. Here are a few items and tips to get you started:
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