What is the easiest way to record students? Does the voice memo that comes on my iPhone work (i.e. can I save them in files on my computer for when I apply for my certified teacher status) or is there a better way? Is there an app that I can use? (Preferably free?) I believe the voice memo won't work on your phone. It didn't on mine but I have a…
I'm still going through my TTMs so I can start doing FIS's but I'm running into an issue I'm not quite sure how to solve: The FIS requires playing the testimonial video, but our TV is in the living room and I'm going to be teaching in a separate room. I'd like to not have to use our main living space because my husband is usually doing stuff on his computer when he gets home (when I'd…
I'm looking for input on comprehensive music notation software for PC platform. I have a student who is extensively composing (full 3-4 movement sonatas, for example) and has been using MuseScore. I personally have not used Sibeluis, Finale, Etc extensively enough to have a solid opinion on which program I should recommend to him. His parents are prepared to purchase him whatever he needs. He currently plays/composes using a Yamaha digital piano. He is a sophomore…
Online self-study piano courses and YouTube instructional videos are here to stay. There are populations of people who can benefit from those, who otherwise would not have the opportunity to, or choose to, learn with a teacher. We as educators are still a vital resource for everyone else; however we must learn to embrace the benefits of self-study programs while clearly communicating the benefits of what we offer with Simply Music lessons. Topics include: Introduction: Technological Transformations (00:05) Technology in…
In this webinar we discuss the inevitability of technological advances, how those can affect our teaching studios, and the critical nature of remaining relevant and influential as music educators. Topics include: Introduction (00:05) What Does it Mean to be “Relevant”? (03:29) Paradox of Technology in Music Education (10:35) Role of Technology in Marketing (13:58) Technology in the Teaching Environment (19:17) How Do We Compete with Online Learning Platforms? (26:00) Teacher Question: Students Wanting Different Circumstances in Lessons (37:01) Teacher YouTube…
How do you teach online? Is it private lessons or can you set up groups? How do you charge? I've got folks from another state, where I'm from, wishing I could teach them. I've done both private and group lessons online, and I charge the same amount as I do for in person lessons. I have both local and out-of-state students who learn from me online. I use a program called…
We have bought a house in another town and will be moving in the fall. I am hoping to continue with my students via Skype, but have never done this. Advice and suggestions welcome! I do FaceTime lessons with a student who used to live close enough for live lessons who now lives in Nepal, and another who is now in Virginia, as well as grandchildren. The hardest things for me…
I'm interested in hearing how everyone is dealing with the digital materials in class. My hard copy books are falling apart, and I'm debating on going the pricey route of buying an iPad Pro for the piano or printing out all the materials. For those of you who print, what have you found that works well for organizing? It's going to take a lot of ink and binders/portfolios to print all those books! If you are…
Hi Everyone, I am going to be starting my first online student (my mom). I've been doing some investigating of cameras, ways to connect, etc., and am looking for a bit of input. If you have any thoughts about the following, I'd welcome the help. I'm on a Mac and my mom's on a PC (bummer). We both also have 1st gen iPads (no camera or mic) and iPhones (4). We tried using our phones as…
I recently found an app for tracking practice which I think is pretty good. I personally prefer keeping track of things digitally instead of on a paper playlist, so this is working better for me. The app is MusicJournal. You can create folders within it, so I made a folder for each of the levels, plus Jazz 1, etc. You then add the pieces within that level. You can add notes to remind yourself of something…
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