Month: April, 2008

Counting A Steady Tempo | Metronome | Counting Out Loud

25 April, 2008 (10:36) | Piano Lessons, Practice

I remember early on when I was taking lessons and in band I hated counting out loud. It seemed so monotonous and silly. I “knew” when I was supposed to play the notes anyway. Well, of course, now that I’ve got a few years and some experience between now and then, I [...]

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The Student - Teacher Dynamic in private music lessons

18 April, 2008 (10:11) | Music Lessons, Piano Lessons

With private music lessons there is a slightly different relationship between student and teacher than there is in group class settings. One on one lessons give both the student and teacher a better chance to know each other and to make the learning experience better. At least, that’s the way it is ideally. [...]

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Celebrate Improvements - Dealing with Perfectionism

11 April, 2008 (12:03) | Training the Brain

One of the things many of my students know about me is that I’m a perfectionist. Yes, I’m detail oriented with my students, but I’m hardest on MYSELF. I have a few students that are self-oriented perfectionists too and I’ve noticed that one of the things we have in common is that we [...]

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Speed Demons

4 April, 2008 (12:57) | Music Lessons, Piano Lessons, Practice

I know I’ve seen a lot of students that fit the category of Speed Demons. They think if they’re going to do anything they’ll do it as fast as possible. If they can keep a steady tempo that’s all right depending on the song. Of course, the real problem is usually the [...]

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