Category Archives: Perfect Practice

Playing a C Major Scale

Posted on April 18, 2015 by Marie

Correctly playing a C Major Scale (or any scale) requires correct practice.  Our instructor Mrs Marie shows us how to manage a tricky, little part of the scale in this video.

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C Major Scale, One Octave, Ascending

Posted on December 1, 2014 by Marie

Mrs Marie from At Home Music, Inc, demonstrates how to play the simplest scale. We hope that these videos help you to practice correctly.

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C Major Scale, Triad, and Inversions

Posted on June 21, 2014 by Marie

What do these mean? If you have a minute (yes, it’s under a minute), watch our newest video. You can do this to all triads (chords of three notes). Try it for F and G majors as they, like C … Continue reading →

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Forgetting Piano Lessons

Posted on December 15, 2013 by Marie

Q: I tell my son to practice piano, but he says that he doesn’t know what to do. I feel like I’m wasting my money because he’s playing piano only during his lessons. Why does the teacher assign him work that he doesn’t … Continue reading →

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Piano Posture, Elbows and Shoulders

Posted on September 17, 2013 by Marie

Q: What is correct piano posture in regards to wrists and elbows? I understand that the wrists should be straight, but it is difficult for our young child to keep her wrists straight without touching the edge of the piano. … Continue reading →

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Wrist and Finger Posture

Posted on August 13, 2013 by Marie

Almost all music teachers will agree that proper finger posture is required to play a musical instrument. If your music teacher does not agree, find a new one immediately! Improper posture will let you develop bad habits, causing you to … Continue reading →

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How to Practice New Piano Pieces

Posted on August 6, 2013 by Marie

Practicing new pieces by yourself may feel a bit overwhelming. Your teacher isn’t there to encourage and correct you. You rely on the sheet music, the scribbles that were made on the page as reminders, and your memory of the … Continue reading →

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Three Tips on Practicing With a Metronome

Posted on July 16, 2013 by Marie

Most musicians will testify that practicing with a metronome helps their understanding of a piece of music. Whether you are a first year music student or a professional on world tour, you will encounter the need for a metronome in your … Continue reading →

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Quitting Music Lessons

Posted on July 9, 2013 by Marie

Q: My son says that he wants to quit piano. He has been taking music for a few years, but he claims to have trouble reading music and learning his assignments. I think that he has a lot of potential … Continue reading →

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How to Help With Rhythm

Posted on July 2, 2013 by Marie

Q: When my daughter practices a popular or folk song, she plays the notes right, but her rhythm is wrong. How can I help her between lessons? A: Sing the melody that she is practicing. Do so while clapping your … Continue reading →

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