piano teacher primer

The most effective music lesson experience is a triangle approach: Student Teacher Parent All working together for the success of those music lessons. But we worry about overbearing parents, or the other end of the spectrum, parents not communicating much at all. These 3 tips I share with you will help bring some practicality to the philosophy: 1. Set up clear expectations 2. Communicate clearly t...

Customize piano lessons to each individual student more effectively, they will learn more quickly, and have more fun along the way. Each of us generally leans toward one learning style based on the senses of : Visual Auditory Kinesthetic  With a possible close second place. See if you can figure out your own learning style, and the innate preferences of each of your students. In this episode, I pa...

"Tune" in for a captivating mini masterclass on the secret about chords! I teach where chords come from, I teach them by rote, And connecting them to the notes on the page, and of course, to the pieces they are learning! Chords are the heartbeat of music, and teaching students to embrace chords sets the stage for their musical journey. Mark your calendar for Tuesday, September 19th 10 am...

How MUCH to charge varies widely across countries, states, and cities, but this podcast focuses on HOW to charge tuition. There's by the lesson, By the month Full tuition And my own semester system. I have come up with a method of tuition for private piano lessons that seems to be quite unique, so I'm sharing it with you today! Also, listen in for thoughts about make-up lessons, and raisin...

Special guest on the podcast today....my husband Tyler Toone! He was recently let go from his job, which has given new purpose and meaning to my piano teaching. Also check out a related episode 12 for more on this topic. Today, we get to hear his perspective on some of our most scary financial times in the past, and how piano teaching has not only helped us survive, but thrive as a family. You too...

A sneak peek into the piano teacher primer online course and WHY I created it, WHY I included each section in the course, and a few updates that I have learned along the way. click here to learn more about the piano teacher primer course how I teach a first lesson free video demonstration Follow me on Instagram @angelatoone for a video sneak peek of the course, funny music laughs, and more piano t...

This podcast celebrates the innate connection between "PLAY" and music, emphasizing the joy of playing instruments for ourselves, and incorporating playfulness, creativity, and a sense of adventure in piano teaching. This way, teachers can make learning fun for students and reignite their own passion for music. Embrace the power of "PLAY" and discover the magic it brings to the...

In piano teaching, it's essential to focus on the positives rather than just pointing out mistakes. Greet students warmly, celebrate their improvements, and cherish their musical journey through reflection and mementos. Emphasizing the positive impact we have as teachers creates a nurturing environment and inspires students to shine in their musical pursuits! For more advice and experiences to...

My friend Terry has presented on this topic, and I HAD to have her on the podcast! It's a different approach than mine, but that's the beauty of it! Five Fundamentals for a Rock Solid Launch with Terry Peterson 1. Body and Hands 2. Musical Alphabet 3. Reading on the Staff 4. Keyboard Orientation.  5. Rhythm  She teaches group classes from ages 4-6, but you could incorporate these activitie...

"I play the piano, but I don't play that well" "I don't have a degree or anything" "how do I find students, and what do I do with them when they arrive?" These are some things I've heard from others who don't feel qualified to teach piano, I'll share some comments and suggestions for each one that you might not have considered previously! More pian...

What is "why I teach wednesday?" Well, I'll tell ya! Each week, I ponder the question "Why do I teach piano?" and share my responses in a short email series. Today on the podcast, I read a few favorites to you hoping it gives you a pause, a little smile, and a little boost to your teaching day. I'd love to hear why YOU teach piano? Join me on Instagram @angelatoone_ and...

You won't believe the job he couldn't wait to quit! Then he started teaching piano so he could have a real job! Favorite quote from Josh: "Everybody wins when you're willing to share your knowledge freely" He summarized some of the best ways the teachers he has studied with have influenced his teaching: Dr. Susan Duehlmeir, Dr. Logan Skelton, and Sergei Babayan His Top 3 Tips...

A few suggestions on keeping up your own skills as a pianist. Yes, if you play the piano, you are a pianist! And not just to improve, but because it's just so dang fun. If you are loving this podcast as much as I am, Leave a 5 star rating or a review to help more piano teachers find the help they need. angelatoone.com is where you can find all the good stuff: how I teach a first piano lesson f...

Favorite quote from Leila: "If I make this fun, I will ENJOY teaching from 3 to 7...This is MY thing that I am going to have fun with. I (can) bring students in and show them that music CAN be fun!" And she totally got me laughing when we started talking about floppy disks and CD Roms. Leila sought out creativity and composing herself, and then felt more confident to pass it on to her st...

Rewards and costs of teaching piano ensembles Wouldn't it be easier to just play solo piano? Well, yeah, but ensembles pack a great bang for the buck, and enhances their piano education like nothing else can! I share some rewards like rhythm, motivation, playing along with students, and costs like mental energy, time, planning etc. things I learned from participating in a multi-piano concert r...

Piano students sometimes struggle when the music requires their fingers to stretch more than one finger on each key, or when learning crossovers, or they may have learned notes from fingering only (gasp!). Here are a few tricks I have come up with over many years of teaching piano lessons, and the hints for them that I draw right on their music, to bring the students' eyes to the score, help them...

What a fun conversation with Amy Chaplin from the Piano Pantry blog and podcast! She has had some twists and turns, and "meant-to-be" circumstances that have led her to independent piano teaching, plus amazing content she shares online and through consulting and retreats. Her bubbly energy comes through, and I know you'll have as much fun listening to her as I did! Instagram: @amycha...

Why are scales important do you think? Did you learn them growing up? Share your comments on Instagram @toonestunes or on Spotify Q and A If you feel unsure or intimidated at all about teaching scales in piano lessons, listen for 5 good reasons WHY teach scales then watch HOW to teach scales live on a zoom masterclass: Tuesday, May 16th at 10:00 am Mountain Daylight Time That's 9:00 am Pacific...

Christina Whitlock of the Beyond Measure Podcast! But First! Join me on March 16th, 10:00 am MDT for "how I teach scales" masterclass angelatoone.com to learn more Hear how Christina started teaching, what her studio looks like now, and her Top 3 Tips for teachers starting out. From start to current studio changes, podcaster to presenter at conferences, college professor to online creato...

Summertime and the livin' is easy? Sometimes for piano teachers, not so much. Listen for ideas on how to make summer work for YOU and your family, and for your students. Camps, groups, just fewer lessons, or other creative ideas. Share yours on Instagram or Spotify Q and A! More piano teaching resources on angelatoone.com how I teach a first piano lesson video piano teacher primer course

You will LOVE the story of how Abigail Profitt started piano teaching! She not only has taught many students, she specializes in preschool age students, neurodivergent students, and games with purpose. Besides the cutest games, Abigail has created many resources for piano teaching found on her Etsy site "WholeFoundation Method" Also find her on instagram: @profittpianostudio Piano Method...

Talent vs Progress Which is more important? Which one wins? Practice makes progress! So, does talent have any weight at all? Listen for some thoughts on this topic, and I'd love to hear yours on Instagram or Spotify Q and A! Book mentioned is Growth Mindset by Carol Dweck angelatoone.com free video demonstration, "how I teach a first piano lesson" piano teacher primer course

The first pro tip episode of the piano teacher primer podcast! Amy Elmore has taught for decades in the background of raising her 2 kids. Recently the music business had come to the forefront of her focus with running a multi-teacher studio, teaching preschool music classes, and becoming a business coach for piano teachers! Listen for her top 3 prime pro tips for piano teachers! Amy Elmore on Inst...

In this episode, we go through the fingers, hand, arm, and good body position for playing the piano, and how I make it fun to teach to kids! And of course, WHY we teach good technique all along the way! For a visual on these tricks head to angelatoone.com for a free video demonstration on how I teach a first piano lesson. Also visit my Instagram profile @toonestunes there's a highlight bubble...

Ah the age old debate...How to motivate students to practice?!? While I don't have it all figured out, I can recommend 5 tips today, and we'll continue the conversation. Add your tips on Instagram @toonestunes or Spotify Q and A.