The one tune it seems like every single piano student wants to play in the Christmas season. Here’s how you can help them play it by ear.

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Rebekah Maxner is a Canadian composer, piano teacher and blogger with an international following. Her piano solos are published by the Royal Conservatory, RCM, London College, LCM, and listed in the NFMC. Visit: https://rebekah.maxner.ca

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Giving updates to studio parents regarding their student is something we often avoid because it feels like it has to be a formal report. It doesn’t have to be that way! Sending updates is about the little things. Here’s one tool that can help simplify the process and make it more enjoyable.

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Little irritations can add up. Whether it’s coming from a student, a studio family, a colleague, or a friend, allowing ourselves to build up mental frustrations for too long is unhealthy. Here’s one easy action step you can take to put humanity back into the situation.

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A little life-share moment as Amy gives listeners an overview of her recent month-long European trip, including background planning, travel insights and reflections, piano books she took as gifts for friends, food experiences, a crazy story, and more.

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Five things we can do (outside of time off or vacation) to help us feel grounded and reset. That is, an extra breath of fresh air when down, a boost of energy when worn out, or a shot of inspiration when creatively dry.

This episode is a replay of #018 - Grounded: Mental and Emotional Resets

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Amy chats with teacher Valerie Merrell on their shared experience returning to grad school later in life.

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Dr. Kate Boyd, NCTM, is professor of piano at Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana, where she has served on the faculty for 18 years. Her YouTube channel, The Piano Prof, is a resource designed to be a library of instructional videos about piano-related topics, including piano technique, collegiate piano study, and musicianship. In addition to her teaching and performing career, Kate loves to hike, travel, and enjoy gatherings with friends and family.

Follow Dr. Boyd on Instagram @kateboydpianist

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Pianist Janna Williamson runs an independent studio in the suburbs of Chicago where she teaches pre-college students of all levels. She is a Content Creator for TopMusicPro and coaches teachers through her online consultation service and YouTube channel. Janna holds bachelors and masters degrees in piano performance and is an MTNA Nationally Certified Teacher of Music.

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Sara Campbell is a Business Strategist, Marketing, and Mindset Coach for music studio owners and online experts. She’s helped hundreds of teachers create branding, business, marketing, and social media strategies. Follow her for weekly advice and inspiration at @savvymusicstudio and savvymusicstudio.com

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