In Part 2 of our conversation with Amy Chaplin, we go deeper into the messy middle of learning and teaching through Music Learning Theory (MLT). Amy reflects honestly on feeling overwhelmed early in her MLT journey, how those experiences shaped her empathy for teachers, and why “micro progressions” have become central to both her teaching and her professional work.

We talk about tonalities, singing, and audiation, the emotional responses MLT can bring up for teachers, and what it means to share research-based ideas without making others feel “wrong.” Amy also shares the story behind Piano Pantry, her organization coaching, retreats, podcast, and her growing readiness to speak more openly about MLT and tonal learning.

This episode is an encouraging reminder that discomfort is not a sign of failure — it’s often a sign that real learning is happening.

Show Notes
Piano Pantry blog & podcast: https://pianopantry.com
Piano Pantry Podcast: https://pianopantry.com/podcast
Instagram: @pianopantryamy
Hidden Potential by Adam Grant
Everyday Musicality Podcast with Heather Shouldice
Music Learning Theory & the work of Edwin E. Gordon
Marilyn Lowe’s Keyboard Games from Music Moves for Piano

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