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How much should I practice?

One of the most frequently asked questions I get from students/parents is "how much should I/my child practice?" As every teacher will tell you, while this depends on the student's age, natural ability (sometimes referred to as talent), current skill level, interest level, personal goal and reason for studying piano, and family circumstances, the simple [ READ MORE ]

Piano Notes – Studio Newsletter September 2011

Welcome September marks the start of the new studio year 2011-2012. I would like to welcome back all of the students, including new students Cecilia Lopez and Fallon Mieseler. Temecula Valley Music Teachers Association Fall Recital This is scheduled for November 5 at the Temecula United Methodist Church. Recital opportunities are always recommended for everyone. [ READ MORE ]

Alfred Premier Piano Course

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How to practice cross-rhythm

A talented student of mine is currently working on Chopin's famous Fantasie Impromptu. The obvious challenge here is the cross-rhythm: right hand sixteenth notes against left hand triplets. I have devised the following 10-step guide to help my student nail this: 1. Practice each hand separately, very slowly, make every note extra louder than normal. [ READ MORE ]

Studio Report 2011

Congratulations to our students! The studio has had a very busy and successful year. Our students have participated in numerous music recitals, festivals, auditions, exams and competitions, as part of local, statewide, as well as national and international music associations. I am so proud of everyone! Click here to read about student accomplishments and this [ READ MORE ]

National Piano Guild Auditions 2011

Congratulations to the following National and International Gold winners in the 2011 National Piano Guild Auditions. Every program presented was memorized, some consisted of Musicianship phases including Scales, Arpeggios, Chords/Cadences, Transposition, Ear Taining and Sight Reading. The youngest student who participated was Emma Erickson, at age 5, who started lessons in January. Everyone scored a [ READ MORE ]

What to do when students want to quit lessons?

As a teacher, I am never surprised when I hear from a parent that their child does not want to take lessons anymore. It is very normal for students to go through stages in their learning where the challenges and amount of hardwork required exceed the "fun" aspect. After all, piano study is a rather [ READ MORE ]

Piano Notes – Studio Newsletter July 2011

Welcome The studio welcomes new students Kaitlyn Hetsko and May Deischter to the studio. We also welcome Caleb and Joshua Patrick back to the studio; Caleb was a student from 2009-2010 but moved to San Diego last year. It is great to have you back, Caleb! Summer Recital 24 students performed at our Summer Studio [ READ MORE ]

Piano Notes – Studio Newsletter June 2011

Welcome The studio welcomes Scout Delatorre to the studio! Summer Recital Don't forget to register for the Studio Summer Recital! Date: Saturday, July 2, 2pm Venue: Recital Hall, Piano Warehouse, 307 E. Carmel Street San Marcos, CA 92069. Registration: $15 per student. Fill out form below and include payment with June tuition. I encourage everyone [ READ MORE ]

Inland Valley Symphony

On Sunday May 22, I had the honor of being part of an amazing performance by Inland Valley Symphony. The orchestra gave an outstanding performance of Carl Orff's Carmina Burana, conducted by Maestro Anthony Parnther and joined by The Temecula Valley Master Chorale, conducted by John Byun. The sold-out concert also featured local piccolo/flute virtuoso, [ READ MORE ]

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