Awesome Free Summer Music Camp Lesson Plan on Rhythm
I have recently been trying to figure out the best option for teaching piano lessons in the summer. With all the traveling and busy schedules, it is very difficult to keep up consistent piano lessons! So, I decided to create a summer music camp for my students. This...
What to Look For When Choosing a Piano Teacher
Wondering what pitfalls to avoid when choosing a piano teacher? Before investing your resources of time and money into a piano teacher, look for these things first. What to look for when choosing a piano teacher: Price: is it affordable? Piano lessons can continue...
Should I Quit Piano?
Every piano student has to decide when to quit taking piano lessons. It isn’t likely you will be taking piano lessons for forever! When should you quit piano? Deciding to quit piano lessons depends on how much you like it, how much time and money you have for...
The Best Go-To Guide for Planning a Piano Recital
Planning a piano recital can sound overwhelming, but with this quick checklist, you will have everything in order to be ready for the big day. Planning a Piano Recital: Reserve a venue. Set the date and invite the student and the parents. Choose the music that...
10 Places to Have a Music Recital
You want to have a recital but need some ideas on where to hold it? Here is a quick list of ideas on venues you could check out where you could hold your recital. Wherever you decide, you will want to check out the facility beforehand to make sure you are aware of...
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...
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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!