Halloween is a time of year filled with excitement, costumes, and delicious treats. As a voice and piano teacher and a Halloween enthusiast, I love combining these two passions by hosting a Halloween festival for my students. It’s become a cherished tradition that allows us to celebrate the season together. In this blog post, I’ll […]
Welcome fellow private music teachers! Today, we are going to explore why positivity and affirmation are vital to a music student’s success. Sometimes, as music teachers, it can feel like our primary role is to correct students’ mistakes and continuously point out areas that could be improved. Fundamentally, it is part of our responsibility to […]
We all know that teaching lessons brings immense joy and fulfillment. Who doesn’t love to see kids smile when a musical idea finally clicks? But we’re also all too familiar with various administrative tasks that are necessary to run our own business. Emailing, writing policies, posting on social media, etc. They all consume valuable time […]
We are in the middle of our Spring Composition Festival where all my students, voice and piano, write their own original songs. While many piano teachers might be familiar with helping their students compose, I realize that many voice teachers may not be. So, I decided to lay out my process. Because most of my […]
For young singers, analyzing songs and the characters they are portraying in those songs can be a crucial aspect of their development as performers. This process involves delving deeper into the lyrics, the music, and the overall narrative of a song to fully understand its meaning and intention. By doing so, singers can better connect […]
Piano teachers play a vital role in the development of their students’ musical abilities. One of the most important aspects of this role is giving students the freedom to choose their own music to play. Allowing students to choose their own music can have several benefits. Firstly, it can increase motivation and engagement in the […]
As a piano teacher, one of the most important tasks you have is to help your students develop a love of music and a desire to practice regularly. While some students may be naturally motivated to practice, others may need a little extra encouragement. Here are a few strategies you can use to help your […]
