Category Archives: Videos

Three Things to Look For When Learning Piano

Posted on June 17, 2021 by Marie

1. Many children begin learning to play the piano in a Middle C position. Some children like to be able to squeeze their two thumbs onto the one key, but it’s not a good habit because their thumbs will grow. … 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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Music Theory: Second Inversion of a Minor Seventh Chord

Posted on November 6, 2017 by Marie

Some of our followers were curious to know more about this post. Our friendly teacher Mrs Marie has volunteered to deliver the information. This video may spark more questions about music theory, so please ask us!

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Piano Tutorial: “Water Lilies”

Posted on August 19, 2017 by Marie

The third piece in the Michael Aaron Piano Course, Grade 3, titled “Water Lilies,” is usually difficult for some students. Lots of things are going on in this piece: 1. Four flats make it a A-flat Major key signature. 2. … Continue reading →

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This is Amazing Grace, Video Tutorial

Posted on June 25, 2017 by Marie

It is always wonderful to learn that our students have volunteered their own talents! A particular young lady asked me to help her learn the worship song “This is Amazing Grace” by Phil Wickham for her church’s service.

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Using MusicTheory.net, Tutorial

Posted on December 28, 2016 by Marie

As a music teacher, I prefer that my students learn to identify each note on the page. Unfortunately, many students end up learning their piece of music by memorizing it, that is, from all the repetition. This is not a … Continue reading →

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Helping Your Young Child Practice the Piano

Posted on September 6, 2016 by Marie

Q: I have no musical training, but I’m expected to help my son practice between his lessons. I’m so scared that I’ll teach him wrong! Shouldn’t the teacher make sure that he knows what to do before assigning homework? 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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Today in Music History, 1945

Posted on February 6, 2016 by Marie

Today in music history, 1945: Bob Marley was born in Nine Mile, Jamaica. He was a founding member of the Wailers, formed in 1963, enjoyed a successful solo career, and introduced reggae music to the world. Marley was a faithful Rastafari and frequently … Continue reading →

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The Pink Panther, Part One

Posted on January 10, 2016 by Marie

Learn to play “The Pink Panther” with the help of this video. We demonstrate a few techniques and tips on reading music, especially the bass clef.

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