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When I began teaching piano 12+ years ago, I was inspired by a few outstanding blogs that not only provided resources but also gave a glimpse inside their studios.  In such a solitary environment as piano teaching, blogs provide a connection that can keep us going.  

A little about me….I have a full-time piano studio in central Mississippi, spend time gardening and hiking, absolutely adore cats, and have a serious canva addiction.

What sets me apart from other teachers?  I double majored in economics and  finance and have an MBA, so I LOVE talking business.  So this little blog will be a catch-all of studio resources, business talk, and a few cat pictures. 

My vision for this endeavor is to share ideas and resources that will make your teaching hours fun, exciting, AND productive.  And adding to that….EASY.

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are low-stress christmas recitals a thing?
Recital participation or lack thereof can be stressful.  There is a lot of work that goes into planning...
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Games
Nailing Down Note Fluency
It was 8:30 at night on a day-ending walk through my neighborhood where I realized I had grossly miscalculated....
Rhythm Swing tracker
Free Resources
Rhythm Swing Tracker
If you are a fan of technology, it is a sure bet that you have tried the IPAD app Rhythm Swing with your...
Creature landscape
Free Resources
Motivating with Creature Features
Just in the nick of time, Chissy Ricker’s Creature Features, was released as the new semester began,...
Sibling Activity
20/20/20 Resources
Adding value to sibling lessons
Although I have chosen to not give sibling discounts in my studio, I have discovered a way to add value...
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20/20/20 Resources
Pocket Pages
I often have siblings come to lessons together and am always looking for activities that will keep the...
1_5Harmonizations
Free Resources
Simple I-V Harmonizations
This is the time of the year that I have all the balls in the air that I’m frantically trying not...
BrainstormComp
Free Resources
Composition Brainstorm
I have struggled over the years getting students to come up with the most simplistic composition.  Making...
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Free Resources
Wipe Off Terms
A couple of years ago, I was prepping some students for our local MTNA evaluations.  They understood...
Bananas Camp
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Summer Scheduling Scenarios
If you are a year round teacher like I am or you want to make this a requirement in your studio, it is...

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