Summer slide describes the tendency of students to lose learning gains during the summer break. This generally refers to school students, and their reading abilities. It is estimated that students in low-income families fall behind, on average, 2 months behind on their reading. While 2 months of no reading may seem insignificant, research shows that …
I believe there are 4 very important elements integral to piano lessons. The first is playing music together. The second is learning how to practice. The third is learning new concepts. The fourth is feedback. Feedback- Good or Bad? As a piano teacher, I often swing back and forth between feeling like I am too …
“Practice Makes Perfect!” That is a phrase I heard many times in my past. That is a phrase I lived by when pursuing my higher education in music. It’s a phrase I threw out at my students to encourage them to aim for higher and better. Now, I have a different opinion on it. While …
Hi Everyone, Today I will reviewing the article “Music Lessons Teach Discipline and Dedication” by Top Ten Reviews. This article details why piano lessons may have a positive effect towards children’s views on discipline and dedication. Dedication of Piano Practice The article states that in order to improve at any skill, a person must commit to …
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In-home piano lessons are very convenient for busy parents who can catch up on their work while listening to their child learn the piano. The challenge is to create a comfortable and productive environment for the student to have the best piano experience. Here are some guidelines of optimal in-home piano lessons. The Piano The …
