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5 Ways to Help Your Child Enjoy Music Lessons

Posted on May 21, 2019 by Marie

Are you struggling to keep your child interested in lessons? We’ve all read those articles about how important to development musical training can be. As parents, we want to give our children the best opportunities to succeed, but if they … Continue reading →

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How to Prepare for a Recital

Posted on April 29, 2019 by Marie

We are coming up on recital season, and even parents are nervous for their children. Here are a few tips on helping music students succeed. Go over the physical motions of playing for an audience.This includes taking time to teach … Continue reading →

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Self Taught vs Being Taught

Posted on March 30, 2019 by Marie

Q: When my son gets inspired, he goes onto YouTube and learns some songs using the tutorials. Is this ok? I have heard from some teachers that he should stick to his current piano course. A: There are always a … Continue reading →

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3 Reasons Summer Piano Lessons Make Sense

Posted on March 19, 2018 by Marie

Do your children tend to dream away their summer break? At Home Music’s 10 Lesson Summer Piano Program can help by providing a structured activity that leaves your child with a real sense of accomplishment. No more feeling that the summer … Continue reading →

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Parental Involvement During Lessons

Posted on March 7, 2018 by Marie

Q: What are some of your policies concerning parents’ sitting in on lessons? I understand that some teachers don’t mind having parents’ sitting in during the lesson, but other teachers find that it is distracting to students. A: I really … Continue reading →

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Today in Music History, 1932

Posted on December 27, 2017 by Marie

Radio City Music Hall, dubbed “Showplace of the Nation,” opened its doors in New York City. Originally intended as an opera house, it boasted the world’s largest auditorium at the time, with a capacity of 6,000. Its opening show was … Continue reading →

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Getting Ahead During the Summer

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Marie

Summertime is a great time to get ahead in piano lessons. While everyone is lounging about, a child can keep his language and mathematics skills strong and even hone his motor skills by taking piano lessons. One or two lessons … Continue reading →

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Back to School Piano

Posted on August 22, 2016 by Marie

Back to School is the best time of year to start piano lessons. Many parents are apprehensive about signing their children up for lessons so early in the school year, but waiting for the children to get settled on a schedule … Continue reading →

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2 Tips for Finding the Best Quality Piano Instructor

Posted on August 13, 2016 by Marie

All parents want the best quality for their children. How do you know that you will get that when hiring a piano teacher? 1. Wait to ask, “How much are your rates?” Many parents may be tempted to hire a … Continue reading →

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12 Bar Blues — Simple

Posted on July 9, 2016 by Marie

I have the pleasure to teach the piano to a triplet. Her brothers play electric guitar. They want to form a band, so the boys’ music teacher asked me to teach my student a twelve bar blues riff in a … Continue reading →

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