This past weekend was my student’s Spring Recital. It always feels so good to see my students and realize how far they’ve come from the previous year!
Having a recital as the final event at the end of the school term is kind of like a period at the end of a sentence. It’s a final statement of what’s been said while also being an invitation for what’s ahead.
Here’s to Summer and fresh beginnings!
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Self-Care for piano teachers: 6 tips for mental, physical, and spiritual wellness
#2 has me curious. Do any of you drink the “Natural Calm” hot drink that the article recommends? If so, let me know in the comments what you think.
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On Alfred Music blog:
The Worship Music Debate Continues: Understanding Music’s Role in Worship Services
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It’s the end of the school year and I’ve been trying to Spring Clean my studio. One purchase I made to help tidy a little more is a 32 x 31 Portfolio Case to hold my extra poster boards and the thick foam boards I use for my One Minute Club sign.
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Summer is upon us and my Amazon shopping cart also housed my second pair of these Sanuk Yoga Joy Metallic Flip-Flops.
The sole is made of rubber but the upper portion is made of Yoga mat material and is really comfortable. They also have a bit of arch support in them which makes them a winner in my book.
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Still looking for a fab gift for your favorite graduate?
One of the best gift packages I’ve come up for a special graduate was a package with these three items.
Electric Water Kettle
I Love Ramen Cookbook
12 Pack of Ramen Noodles
The graduate I gave this gift to informed me it was the best gift they received and they absolutely loved it!
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Taco Bell Is Opening a Resort in Palm Springs This Summer
Hmm…weird.
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If you haven’t already had the conversation with yourself yet on whether or not you will be raising your tuition for 2019-2020, check out these two articles from Wendy Steven’s as well as the cool Inflation Calculator she recommends.
How Often Should I Raise Teaching Rates?
Can You Raise Your Piano Lesson Price Too High?
CPI Inflation Calculator
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Fiery Piano Sheet music: Showstoppers for Students Who Like to Play Fast
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These “Sessions” Books from Teach Piano Today look interesting. I do have a few teen students that I think would enjoy these. Is anyone else using these books? If so, let me know what you think!
