A Child’s Thank You with Tutorial One
“A Child’s Thank You” is a theme and variations on a well-known tune. The lyrics were inspired as I reflected on the importance of expressing… Read More »A Child’s Thank You with Tutorial One
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Isaac Watts, a Master Poet
Occasionally I hear someone say, “I don’t appreciate poetry.” When I ask them if they have any favorite songs, most often the answer is, “Yes.”… Read More »Isaac Watts, a Master Poet
Balance, A Much-Need Perspective
Finding a balance is of importance in many aspects of our lives, Our awareness of this often comes after we’ve discovered the consequences of a… Read More »Balance, A Much-Need Perspective
Beginning with Confidence
When leading a song, it’s important to know the message, the meter, and the starting pitch(es). The pianist or other instrumentalists are more confident when… Read More »Beginning with Confidence
Linking Sound and Sight
The goal of this video is the linking of sound and sight. Reading music is a skill that we can develop when we discover how… Read More »Linking Sound and Sight
Two Hands, One Hand
Two Hands, One Hand Playing a melody with two hands can be helpful for a very young piano student. Anyone who has played baseball or… Read More »Two Hands, One Hand
I Like the Sound of the Bells
John Keats, an English poet wrote, “A thing of beauty is a joy forever.” The sound of bells is a delight to our ears. This… Read More »I Like the Sound of the Bells
Bass Clef
In this teaching video the note on the staff is shown in relation to where it’s found on the keyboard. Middle C is the reference… Read More »Bass Clef
Moving to Music
Rhythmic movement is an important part of a child’s musical development. When we walk, run, skip, or dance we move from one place to another. … Read More »Moving to Music
Sing, Move and Play as You Learn
Inspiring children to sing is of upmost importance, and knowing how to help them sing in-tune is important. Children love “hands-on” learning, and the playing… Read More »Sing, Move and Play as You Learn