Technology
Online Group Lessons
Has anyone successfully taught shared lessons in an online setting? My husband suggested Google Hangouts. I’m using Zoom. You can log yourself in with two devices so you can have a face to face view as well as a keyboard view. I think it takes…
Recording Students
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…
Testimonial video: to use or not to use?
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…
Music notation software – Neil Moore
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…
Webinar Series: 03/13/2018 – Piano – Crafting a Dialogue: Benefits of Learning with a Teacher
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…
Webinar Series: 01/23/2018 – Piano – Remaining Influential in the Digital Age
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…
Teaching online lessons
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…
Skype lessons
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…
Hard copy materials vs digital
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…
Webcams
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.…