These days there is a big emphasis on being a genius. A young genius. Everything is much more amazing when young kids do it. A five year old playing piano at Carnegie Hall? (Which, since he’s from Vancouver, lots of people are talking about him here.) A little girl singing with Niki Minaj? Before we all get jealous: It could be a dream or a…read more
When can you wear sweats onstage? (As in your grey, baggy pants with white drawstrings…) Or jeans? When can you whip your hair back and forth… and strangers will cheer? Hip hop time, that’s when. Hip hop dancers use a technique that helps them perform their best, and that’s what we’ll be talking about here. You know the friend you fall out of touch with?…read more
Fun question: Ever wanted to duct tape someone’s mouth shut? Because you were so worked up? One teacher in Vancouver actually did it… She duct taped a student’s mouth shut. Three students, in fact. The students say it’s a joke, but there’s a lot of buzz around the duct-taping. How do you persuade someone, especially students, to do what you say before it gets to…read more
Have you ever thought: “I’m not good enough,” or “I’m just a student”? Does that ever stop you from teaching or doing something that you would’ve done… if you were “good enough”? I’ve got to admit that I never used to think I was good enough. I kept thinking I’d apply for this and that when I get my next ______. It would always be…read more
If you teach music, stick around because this one’s just for you! I’m excited to tell you about a giveaway and review that’s happening right here! I’m talking about Moosic Studio— it’s an app that helps you manage your music studio. When Carlos, the creator, asked me to try the app– that replaces all my studio papers— I was intrigued… and I gave it the nod for…read more
Everyone is vibing. My neighbour who lives in a green house is a professional landscaper. He does not let anything grow wild and he thinks au naturel is a joke. He made a mini lake that runs through his back yard and his bushes are always in perfect shapes. (Right now, they’re round bubbles.) What’s most ridiculous is how he motivates everyone to mow their lawns without knowing it. Curious? You might not have…read more
Ever feel like there’s just so much music to practice? Or do your students not practice piano? We’re so hung up on practicing that we forget WHY we practice sometimes– to improve. That’s why most practicing is a waste of time. No joke. I remember when I’d sit at the piano, “practicing” for hours. At one point, my teacher told me that I need to…read more
Feel like there’s so much to do with so little time? Want to look professional without spending tons of time and effort? Read on and you can win something that’ll help you out tons. I’ll Makeover Your Designs… Interested? Instead of asking for a million presents, I’d like to thank y’all for supporting me and being part of my world… I want to give you…read more
This is about a UFO, magical animals, and why we don’t choose wisely. Remember the Chronicles of Narnia? Narnia is a place with magical, talking creatures. We get to Narnia through a wardrobe. In one part, four kids find Narnia. The kids bring their Uncle Andrew to Narnia, but he can’t hear the animals talk… He convinced himself that they don’t talk. Aslan explains it…read more
Oh, joy! I’ve got a story to tell you. It’s about something that always happens. This is dedicated to everyone who teaches. So this is me: Yes, I got a haircut! In fact, I’ve had three different hairstyles in the past year. One of my best friends didn’t recognize me when we were meeting up. I look the same to me; I didn’t dye my…read more