Such a good question. How about we reframe it and ask; How can I support my child while they are taking piano lessons? You can support them by being consistent, encouraging and delighted with theirprogress. You all know by now that I play the long game – and it pays off! So any stumbling or hesitancy that is part of your child’s learning process is connected to their learning how to own their progress and time. Please communicate to your beloved learner that their lesson…

Hello dear friends.  We are coming up on an anniversary.  Around this time, we went remote.  It has been almost a year since I’ve actually seen most of you.  Of course, I have done some distance hellos, and with new students I have tried to show up to let them see I am not just a TV show.  And I have taught outside when it was warm and even still, in Winter, I teach two beloved students outside their garage. Truly! We cobbled together a…

Hello dear musical community.  What a time!  It has been since the middle of March that our meetings have gone virtual.  After an initial adjustment I am happy to see everyone thriving and learning.  This is a time that calls for great resilience and adaptability.  We can do this.  We are doing this!  I am so proud of each and everyone of my students and the families who support them.