A Guide to a Musical Performance in a Nursing Home or Assisted Living
Music students spend hours and hours practicing their skills so they can master their instrument. But to what purpose? I like to remind my students that their skills need to be shared with others in a way that can bless their lives, too. And what better way to...
17 Best Gift Ideas for Piano Students
As a teacher, I am always looking for ideas on what to gift my students. There are always occasions I am needing a gift: whether that be for a holiday, an occasion such as a birthday or graduation, or for an accomplishment of theirs. I also have parents, grandparents...
What is the Best Time of Day to Practice Piano?
Since practicing is the key ingredient to your skills and success in piano, it is definitely worth considering the best time of day to practice. So, what is the best time of day to practice piano? The best time of day to practice the piano is usually first thing in...
Lesson Plan #1: Introduction – Getting to know each other and the piano
The first 12 piano lessons are some of the most crucial times. This is where we start and develop healthy habits, where we cultivate that love of the instrument, where we build confidence, and where we introduce these students into the magical world of creating...
Welcome to PianoTel’s!
I’m Tel, piano teacher, piano blogger, and piano student. This resource is for you to get inspired with the best ideas for learning and teaching piano!