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18 Ways to Recruit New Music Students

June 22, 2016June 22, 2016 By Kristen Raney

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Want to get new students and fill up your studio? Me too! Word of mouth is still the best way, but what do you do when you're just starting out? I've compiled a comprehensive list of advertising strategies online, in print, and in person. (more…)

Essential Summer Tasks: Creating a Year-at-a-Glance Calendar

June 20, 2016June 20, 2016 By Kristen Raney

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As a music teacher, planning is everything. I know from experience that a month of solid planning during the summer makes for a much smoother rest of the year. Grab a piece of paper or your favourite calendar app on your computer and let’s go over some of the things…

Encouragement for a Music Teacher’s Heart

May 14, 2016June 26, 2016 By Kristen Raney

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I see you over there at the piano, fellow music teacher. Fretting over how well your students are doing, whether they will pass their exams, understand what you're teaching, or if you've built enough confidence into them. I see you labouring over their repertoire choices to hit the not-too-hard-and-not-too-easy…

Understanding Adjudicators

April 21, 2016June 26, 2016 By Kristen Raney

Kristen Raney

Today's topic is all about what the adjudicator is looking for in a performance. While you shouldn't encourage your students to sing to please an adjudicator, this post will help you understand things from the other side of the table. (more…)

5 Reasons to Enter Music Festival that Have Nothing to do with Music.

April 18, 2016June 26, 2016 By Kristen Raney

Kristen Raney

As a newer teacher, you may wonder if putting your students in music festival is really worth the hassle. There's so many forms to fill out, and it can be daunting to get everyone prepared. I am a firm believer that every child in music lessons should participate in Music…

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