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5 Ways To Help Piano Students Love Their Music… When They’re Not In Love With Their Music If your student is displaying a lack lustre attitude toward his music, it's time to act. Languishing on a piece makes for a toxic lesson environment for both you and your student. Here are 5 ways you can help your piano student connect with his music... in those times when he's feeling no connection...

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What are the worst excuses EVER for not practicing? Dear music pupils: Don’t tell me you’ve practiced when you haven’t. I can always tell.

Do You Have a Bias Against Creative Students (Without Realizing It)? A 1995 (and 2018) study suggests that we may be biased against creative students without realizing it.

From Gerald Klickstein’s “The Musician’s Way”

12 Affirmations for Music Teachers

“By teaching music, I serve humanity.”
“I uplift every student that I teach.”
“I plant each seed of knowledge with compassion.”
“I give my best in every lesson and class.”
“I embody love of music in every word, gesture and phrase.”
“As I teach, I honor those who taught me.”
“I devote myself to student success.”
“I transmit positive energy and encouragement to every student.”
“Through teaching, I share my best self.”
“I inspire students to believe in their potential.”
“I cultivate a growth mindset in all students.”
“I am grateful to all of the people who nurtured my music making.”

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