Since the first day of Summer is just a little more than a week away and many of us are already on our “summer” schedule, let’s celebrate all things for this upcoming season.
Whether you gather ideas for your studio, permission to find ways to unplug and getaway, or
I hope you find a little something for yourself today.
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My favorite flip-flop is the Sanuk Yoga Spree. Every summer I buy one more pair. This year I went for the Summer Yellow. My arch’s never hurt when wearing these – even if I wear them ALL DAY!
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Experiencing the Seasons in Our Studios and Life (Amy Chaplin | Piano Pantry)
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Let’s Get Outside! Moving Music Lessons Out of the Studio (Rosemarie Penner | MustLoveMusic.ca
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Some favorite summertime recipes:
Best Peach Cobbler (Pinch of Yum)
Herbal Iced Tea (Ina Garten | Barefoot Contessa)
Summer Fruit Crostata (Ina Garten | Barefoot Contessa)
Summer Garden Pasta (Ina Garten | Barefoot Contessa)
Summer Vegetable Tacos with Queso Fresco (Williams Sonoma)
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A Summer Coffeehouse Recital (Amy Chaplin | Piano Pantry)
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4 Lessons I Learned from Doing Less (Michelle Cushatt)
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My Summer playlist on Spotify
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Several podcasts on Summer themes from Kendra Adachi, “The Lazy Genius.”
Grasping for Summer Routine podcast #112
The Summer Meal Formula podcast #164
How to Plan a Summer Day podcast #211
A Guide to Summer House Rules podcast #212
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Your Questions Answered (Amy Chaplin | Piano Pantry):
Summer Lessons and Curriculum
Light but Fun Composing Activities for Summer
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The Single Most Important Thing You Can Do to Simplify Your Summer (Elissa Joy Watts | Becoming Minimalist)
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Summer Repertoire (Amy Chaplin | Piano Pantry)
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How to Be the Ultimate Summer Host (Myka Meier | Food 52)
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4 Ways to Motivate Students: Banishing the Summer Practice Blues (Amy Chaplin | Alfred Music Blog)
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How to Reverse the Piano Student Summer Slide (Teach Piano Today)
