piano technique

Maestro's 2016/17 Studio Challenges - Part 1

Maestro's 2016/17 Studio Challenges - Part 1

This year, I made two big changes to Maestro's Challenges. The first is that I separated the Musician Survival Skills Challenges and the Music Moxie Challenges. The biggest change, however, is how my students and I are approaching technique. It's been a bit of a gamble, especially with the ones preparing for an exam, but it's paying off.

Beginning major scales Book Review

A look at Paul D. Sayre's Beginning major scales Technique & Theory Workbook. Smart design and text, I can see it meeting the needs of certain groups of students and look forward to the release of the next book in the series.

Getting Those Fingers Back into Shape

Back to school is just around the corner, so music lessons aren't far behind. Get your chops (your finger strength and dexterity) up to snuff by trying out these finger exercises.

Time Saving Technique Practice Idea

Are you stuck between studying for tests and logging in much needed time on practicing technique? Try this idea that came up during one of my lessons last week.