Category Archives: Piano Teachers

Piano Recitals in Miami

It’s the beginning of the school year and time to start thinking about recitals. Recitals? Yes! Christmas is right around the corner in the world of performing arts, and preparations are being made. Ask your child to start thinking about … Continue reading

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Forgetting Piano Lessons

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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Substitute Music Teachers

Recently, on a social media platfrom, we had a discussion about subtitute teaching. Most students (and parents) equate “having a sub” as having the day off. While this may be propable in modern classroom settings, private music students do not … Continue reading

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Why Sight Reading is Important

There is some debate between supporters of sight reading and supporters of learning by ear.  I support sight reading because, just like learning to read English, it allows for students to analyze and understand what they are playing. Reading music … Continue reading

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Group Versus Individual Lessons

I’ve had many parents ask me, “What are better, group piano lessons or individual, private lessons?” You really have to weigh the pros and cons on this one. What is better for one student may not be better for the … Continue reading

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Poaching Students

Here is the scenario: Johnny began taking piano lessons at a private school. His teacher was moving and mentioned it in passing to Johnny’s mother. They were happy to learn that the teacher was moving closer to Johnny’s house. “Can we … Continue reading

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