Showing piano students which notes match, turns them into incredible note readers!

Students finding chords and scales in their music gives them a huge boost in musical understanding and deeper knowledge.

Teacher fit, (I don't mean teacher outfits!) But how to decide who you want to be as a teacher, and accepting students that are a match for your studio!

It's a match!

scales and chords masterclass

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Huge thanks to Jaclyn Mrozek for having me on the Music Teacher Mastermind Podcast!

We give a quick run-down of the unique way I teach scales and chords to piano students, allowing them to internalize the patterns, recognize them in their music, and fuel their other musical pursuits.

Enjoy geeking out with us in music theory!

Resources mentioned in the episode:

How I Teach a First Piano Lesson Free Video

How I Teach Scales Masterclass

Chord Secrets Decoded Masterclass

Bundle Scales and Chords Decoded

Free Download Circle of 5ths

Only a few days left until the last Piano Teacher Primer LIVE small group, 4 week course where we plan to workshop theory, lesson planning, and how to teach with confidence in yourself!

6 total spots, and only 4 spots left!

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Closes Wednesday, February 5th at midnight

What if the student still isn't getting it right?

What if the parent isn't happy with their progress?

What if the student just doesn't care?

What if I feel unprepared or unqualified as a teacher?

I answer these and more worries from past clients, my own experience, and those submitted by piano teacher friends.

We can answer our own brains with reassurance, new ideas, solutions, and affirmations to build confidence from the inside out. We can learn new and unconventional teaching techniques to bring a fresh approach to a challenging student.

Bring your worries, bring your concerns, I can help!

The Final Piano Teacher Primer LIVE 4-week small group course gives you the connection to expertise, personalized answers, a game-a-week, and connection with piano friends!

Starting very soon, February 6th! Time TBD by the participants' time zones, but each workshop will be recorded.

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These two brilliant college piano performance majors have studied, researched and put together an incredible presentation that I can't wait to share with you!

As we explore 5 ways to connect the mind and body,

Visualization Affirmation EFT And Meditation,

we’ll discover optimal musical performance and therefore more enjoyment for ourselves and our students! Bonus, these can help in every other area of life!

For the slides, images, and sources they referenced, click on the link below:

Google Drive Link

Also here are their email addresses if you have further questions:

Ally’s email

Kamryn’s email

I first learned about EFT from my friend Karina, Certified EFT practitioner and intuitive healer

and I have loved using it ever since!💜

Karina's Email: [email protected]

Karina's instagram : @happyholisticlifekarina

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Performance Without Anxiety Masterclass

Beginning Piano Teachers: For hands-on help implementing tried and true effective teaching tips , or even how to start your own studio from scratch, check out the final round of:

Piano Teacher Primer LIVE 4-week small group !

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We have way too much fun!

Ever feel like improv is a musical mystery?

Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! This week’s podcast episode is all about bringing improv magic to your piano studio.

I’m chatting with Susan Staples Bell. She shares fun, easy activities to help your students explore their creative side (and maybe even surprise themselves)! Whether you’re a total improv newbie or just looking for fresh ideas, this episode is your backstage pass to making music a little more... unexpected.

Susan has a wealth of knowledge as well as scores of resources on her website. And is giving our listeners 20% off! When you spend $20. Use the code SAVE20

Shop sheet music & resources: https://www.susanstaplesbellmusic.com/sheet-music

Exploring Improvisation Method Book:

At the Gym, Warm Up Exercises for Group Lessons:

Studio License Collections of Solos:

Susan Staples Bell at Sheet Music Plus

Susan Staples Bell on Youtube

Susan Staples Bell on Facebook

Susan Staples Bell on Instagram

Last Chance for the piano teacher training course. Equip yourself with skills and confidence to start teaching piano! Whether a few students, or a full business, find fulfilment on a number of levels ...including financially!

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Talk less, smile more?

Ya that too!

But we can talk less play more with Duets, Demonstrations, and Do play more games too!

-Playing duets with students is more fun for you and teaches them by just going forward with the music, rhythm and expression included

-Demonstrate for them rhythms, fingering, arm motions, it shows them why AND how

-Do play games with students! I talk briefly about my favorite type of games to play with students

Black Friday Deal below on the next and final 4-week zoom small group course: Piano Teacher Primer LIVE

I've hosted several groups, and each one has looked different. That's the fun of it! I've helped those not teaching yet feel confident, specific lesson plans, and given just enough accountability to get going. Teachers already teaching have gotten next level knowledge like how to handle tricky parent situations, how to raise prices, and repertoire I recommend. I teach a game a week, and show you how it's done!

-4 weekly zoom classes LIVE and video replay

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Here's the Deal:

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Sparked by last week's episode on teaching expression and musicality, we need a "how-to!"

Specifically how to teach balancing melody and accompaniment.

Challenging to do!

I give you what I say, what I do, what I've learned, and encourage teachers to celebrate each small victory along the path to musical piano playing!

Keep listening for my Black Friday Deal on the next Piano Teacher Primer Live Zoom Group!

Only a few spots left for Q & A with Angela Toone.

After over 25 years teaching, pedagogy classes from the University and beyond, and I've been training piano teachers for 5 years strong, I got ideas!

?how to make the lesson fun when the student hasn't practiced?

?I've never heard a podcast about this particular challenge?

? I've tried your suggestions and it's just not working?

Sign up for a half hour for only $10 over $40 value

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Teaching students to play expressively is more than dynamics. It is about enhancing the indications, and going beyond the notes to imagine and feel the mood of each passage. From musical markings to magical moments—learn how to guide students of various levels in expressing emotions, storytelling, and painting vivid musical pictures.

Questions about anything you've heard on the podcast? You're always welcome to DM me on instagram, but talking in person works so much better!

Only for November: Q and A sessions with Angela Toone, 30 min, only 10 bucks ($40 dollar value) Click here to see available times or go to angelatoone.com

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When should we accelerate our piano students forward, and when is it better to adjust and take a different approach?

To challenge or not to challenge?

In this episode, we explore the delicate balance between pushing students forward or decelerating that motion a bit. It's an art, not a science—

🔑 Key takeaways:

This episode offers strategies to keep progress steady without overwhelming them. Tune in to find out how to strike balance in your teaching!

Link to the Q and A sessions coming soon!

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Why step out of your comfort zone as a piano teacher?

"Toone in" and get ready to be inspired by new possibilities! Let’s make our teaching more fun, creative, and engaging—both for us and our students. Let the good times roll!

episodes referenced:

episode 58 Pro Tips with Jessica Allen

episode 55 classical music: how to start

interested in the next Piano Teacher Primer LIVE Zoom Group? click here for the interest list

Or a 20 min Q and A? details to come

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