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gs. I can’t pick!” Yep, I have students who simply cannot choose only one favorite for their recital. When this happens, I might show them ways to make a medley. Here’s how to do it.

Without the right equipment it’s hard for a student to get very far.  How can the teacher help?  What do you do to help your students? This article provides ideas for different approaches to these critical questions.

Why wait until a holiday to “turn on the party?” We teachers can find many reasons and ways to celebrate student milestones. Here’s how.

A common struggle for students is being too critical of themselves. This fun improv exercise is a great way to boost their confidence!

I feel strongly that we as music teachers need to understand the differences and requirements of various exam/testing systems, before deciding in general that testing is not “healthy” for our students. I would like to give my personal opinion about the different music audition/festival/exam systems I am aware of.