Intrigue is an important aspect of motivation for some learners. My friend, Mark, offered me an unusual set of shelves. I was intrigued by the… Read More »Hearing What You See (A Unique Use of Golf Balls)
Singing with an Independent Accompaniment One of the goals of a singing teacher is to have students develop the ability to sing confidently without playing… Read More »Singing with Independent Accompaniment
Old Songs in a New Style Most of the songs we sing and play have two, three, four, or six beats per measure. Today we’re… Read More »Old Songs with a Different Beat
From Chords to Keyboard Style Keyboard style is the playing of both melody and chords with the right hand. This requires attention to the fingerings… Read More »From Chords to Keyboard Style
Dressing Up a Simple Melody A simple melody can be seen as opportunity for some creative activity. Moving from three basic chords to a richer… Read More »God Is So Good: Dressing Up a Simple Melody
Jesus said, “I am the light of the world. If you follow me you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you’ll have the light… Read More »This Little LIght of Mine
Musicians who play guitar or piano have a lot of chords in their fingers and their ears. Thinking about what we’ve played can lead to… Read More »Free Lesson Two: How Chords Work
We hear a lot about physical fitness. Whether you’re an amateur or professional musician, you also work on skills. There’s an important skill that needs… Read More »Musical Fitness
I find fulfillment in singing and providing accompaniment at the keyboard. When I accompany myself or others, I avoid playing the melody, because a soloist… Read More »This Little Light of Mine
Martin Luther (1483-1546) wrote the words and melody of “From Heav’n Above to Earth I Come.” The melody is sung in German, the original language,… Read More »From Heav’n Above to Earth I Come