A Surge of Holiday Spirit
The past week has consisted of a myriad of small annoyances: a student tried to cover not practicing by saying she couldn't figure out notes she had been reading successfully…
PA Shorts: 42
Years ago, I was giving a workshop on encouraging musicality and creativity in elementary students. The teachers were interested and very eager to learn. It was a great group, but…
PA Shorts: Dimensionality
As I was driving home after our EAC Spring Recital this week, a word popped into my head—dimension. From Schubert to Beethoven to Persichetti, musical lines were not only understood…
Bright and Shiny Objects, One Speed Ponies, & Time Travel
Pieces have been chosen. Dates have been set. Arrangements have been made. Yep, we are working toward the college Spring Recital and pre-college end of the year piano exams and…
A Little Technical Cheer
Ok girls and boys, it’s football season and in this grand tradition let's do a little cheering! Give me a D! Give me an E! Give me an E! Give…