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Sightreading. Solved.

Published January 17, 2020 General , Methods , music education , piano , Practice & Performance , Teacher Resources Leave a Comment
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Nancy and Randall Faber are pleased to announce the release of their newest digital support tool, the Piano Adventure Sightreading Coach. This innovative technology provides immediate feedback and assessment, making it the perfect companion to the Piano Adventures Sightreading books.

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The Sightreading Coach “listens” to the student play along with the score, and instantly grades rhythm and pitch by highlighting incorrect notes and rhythms. Students can practice the exercise as often as they wish, and upload their best performance to the teacher in between lessons. Teachers can monitor student progress without using valuable lesson time, making at-home practice more accurate and efficient.

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More Teaching Resources – Interview With Michelle Sisler (Keys to Imagination)

Published April 3, 2013 General , Teacher Resources 3 Comments
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By Brendan Lai-Tong

Michelle Sisler

Michelle Sisler

Music lessons should never be a dull or boring experience. There are many great method books and resources that teachers can use to make music lessons fun, interesting and engaging for students of all ages. We were on the lookout for some of these resources while at the Music Teacher’s National Association Convention in Anaheim, California.  Some great resources that stood out were teaching aids and games from Keys to Imagination. Michelle Sisler was running the Keys to Imagination booth right next to ours at the show!

Michelle’s uses of technology and creative teaching materials have gained her national recognition and a unique place at the forefront of music education.  Her materials allow teachers to incorporate technology and creativity into music lessons.  Keys to Imagination publishes some neat books, games and interactive whiteboard software that can be used to great effect in the classroom or private studio. Continue reading ‘More Teaching Resources – Interview With Michelle Sisler (Keys to Imagination)’

Artist Interview – Phyllis Thomas – Interactive Now! series

Published November 13, 2012 General , Teacher Resources 1 Comment
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By Brendan Lai-Tong

Phyllis Thomas

Phyllis Thomas

Today we had the opportunity to interview Phyllis Thomas, co-author of the Interactive Now! series published by Heritage Music Press.

Phyllis, born and raised in Colorado, has had an extensive career in music as a performer and music educator. She graduated with a M.M. degree from the University of North Texas with a major in vocal performance. Phyllis has sung in productions with the Dallas Opera, Fort Worth Opera and other regional opera companies. Her years of experience as an elementary music teacher in Texas is what eventually led her to co-author the Interactive Now! series with Debbie Anderson, music teacher friend and colleague.

Each volume of the Interactive Now! series, previously known as SMARTBoardNow, is a collection of ten interactive lessons designed specifically for use in the K–5 music education classroom. The most exciting aspect of this series is that it is designed for use with an interactive whiteboard or IWB.  Using an IWB is tested and proven to be effective in teaching music concepts, greatly enhancing the student’s learning experience.  See video below:

Let’s find out more about Phyllis and the Interactive Now! series.

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Resources For Music Teachers

Published July 18, 2012 General , Teacher Resources 4 Comments
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By Brendan Lai-Tong

Life as a music teacher can be an exceptionally fun and rewarding experience. The ability to share the knowledge of music with clarity and a twist of fun is a great gift. Unfortunately, music teachers seldom receive credit for helping students build upon and utilize their interpersonal, time-management and teamwork skills through the act of music making. Students learn these lessons and many more that can be transferred to all aspects of life by being involved in music.

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