Summer Self-Care Strategies for Music Teachers: Rest & Recharge While Preparing for the Fall Term

Once school is out, many teachers look forward to a little rest from the hectic pace of the school year. However, sometimes the music doesn't stop in summer  - camps, beginner programs, community concerts, the list goes on. It can feel like music teachers never get a break. Here are some tips that can help... Continue Reading →

Habits of a Successful Beginner Band Musician: How to Build Solid Foundations & Help First-Year Students Fall in Love with Music

Those of us who teach beginners have specific challenges. Not only do we have to acquaint our students with new instruments, but we also have to begin to acquaint them with musical notation and theory, help them develop good practice habits, and be on the lookout for improper techniques that can turn into major challenges... Continue Reading →

Guide to Remote Music Education

So much of what makes music fun for us is sharing it with others: playing in ensembles, performing concerts, worshipping with our congregations, and teaching our craft. Unfortunately, many of us have found the usual ways we gather together to share music abruptly curtailed recently. With the help of technology, though, teachers and students alike... Continue Reading →

The Inspiration behind ABRSM’s Bowed Strings (2020-2023) Syllabus

Guest post by ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) After months of practice and anticipation, performing in a music exam can feel like an adrenaline-fuelled sprint to the finish line that passes in a blur of pieces, scales and musical tests. As an exam board, we know that exams can be stressful,... Continue Reading →

15 Things You Need to Know About Supporting Your Child Learning to Play the Piano (via Elissa Milne)

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