Amazon Prime Day is here! And when you combine that with this piano teacher’s special love for sharing recommendations, it’s truly a match made in heaven—LOL!
As studio teachers, we tend to be mindful with our finances, so I’m here to help you find the best deals. I’ve done the hard work for you—digging through my personal favorites list and scouring Amazon’s top deal pages for items I’d actually feel good recommending.
Even better? I’ve narrowed it down to products that are 20% off or more, so you’re only seeing deals that are truly worth it. Just a heads-up: prices can fluctuate throughout the sale, so if you see something listed as 40% off, that might change by day two. (This year, Prime Day is running for four whole days!)
I’ve also broken it down into several categories to make browsing easier:
- Tech Gear
- Books on Challenging Thinking and Habits
- Kitchen Gadgets
- Books on Studio Teaching
- Office Supplies
- Books on Faith and the Arts
- Personal Products
- More Books!
I shared thoughts on most but for the sake of time, for a lot of the books, I extracted brief excerpts from Amazon descriptions.
Tech Gear
Best way to read digitally. Easy on the eyes.
22% off (even better for Prime members!)
This case is comfortable to hold and doesn’t wrap too far around the edges of the Kindle. Highly recommended.
20% off
I’ve been very happy with the quality for the cost of these headphones for my digital keyboards. They’re not noise-cancelling, but the ear cups make for a good soundscape.
24% off
I keep this tablet stand in my kitchen so I can view my recipe app, Paprika, when cooking.
38% off
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Books on Challenging Thinking and Habits
Originals: How Non-Conformists Move the World by Adam Grant
One of my favorite authors!
“Addresses the challenge of improving the world, but now from the perspective of becoming original: choosing to champion novel ideas and values that go against the grain, battle conformity, and buck outdated traditions. How can we originate new ideas, policies, and practices without risking it all?”
40% off
Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don’t Know by Adam Grant
One of my favorite authors!
“Intelligence is usually seen as the ability to think and learn, but in a rapidly changing world, there’s another set of cognitive skills that might matter more: the ability to rethink and unlearn.”
50% off
Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things by Adam Grant
One of my favorite authors!
“Intelligence is usually seen as the ability to think and learn, but in a rapidly changing world, there’s another set of cognitive skills that might matter more: the ability to rethink and unlearn.”
48% off
Kitchen Gadgets
Technivorm Moccamaster Thermal Carafe 10-Cup Coffee Maker
America’s Test Kitchen’s most recommended, and mine as well! This power horse has lasted 15 years and is still making a perfect cup of coffee at the perfect temperature.
33% off
2-Quart Glass Mason Jar Pitcher with Wide Mouth Lid
I love this glass pitcher! I originally bought it for brewing tea, so I could safely steep the tea bags directly in the pitcher. The handle is really comfortable for pouring.
41% off
Thermapen Instant-Read Thermometer
If you ever cook meat, you need an instant thermometer. It’s the easiest way to cook meat properly. This one is incredibly fast and is America’s Test Kitchen-recommended.
22% off
OXO Good Grips Soap Dispensing Palm Brush Storage Set
Anything OXO is usually worth the money!
25% off
Tramontina 2-Quart Sauce Pan with Lid
I’ve been happy with my Tramontina-brand sauce pans. I couldn’t bear to pay the price for All Clad, so this is the next best thing.
35% off
Tramontina 4-Quart Sauce Pan with Lid
I’ve been happy with my Tramontina-brand sauce pans. I couldn’t bear to pay the price for All Clad, so this is the next best thing.
39% off
Di Oro Heat-Resistant Silicone Spatula
I have several silicone spatulas, but this is always the one I grab first!
38% off
Zulay Glass Olive Oil Dispenser Bottle
A beautiful, simple, sleek olive oil dispenser. The green glass protects from light, and it’s easy to refill!
25% off
Rubbermaid Large Plastic Food Storage Container
Love this large storage container. The lid seals well but removes easily.
48% off
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Books on Studio Teaching
The Perfect Wrong Note: Learning to Trust Your Musical Self by William Westney
While I have yet to read this book, it comes highly recommended from many of my teacher friends, including Dr. Kate Boyd, The Piano Prof.
40% off
Playing Beyond the Notes: A Pianist’s Guide to Musical Interpretation by Deborah Rambo Sinn
“As a whole, the book helps pianists understand concrete ways to apply interpretive concepts to their own playing and gives teachers practical ways to teach interpretation to their students.”
34% off
Teaching Piano in Groups by Christopher Fisher
“A a one-stop compendium of information related to all aspects of group piano teaching.”
36% off
Yoga in the Music Studio by Lesley McAllister
“A unique opportunity for all to improve their musical craft, enabling teachers to help their students concentrate, listen more attentively, relax, and play their best – whether before a performance or just during lessons – all through the practice of yoga.”
48% off
Office Supplies
Pilot, FriXion Erasable Highlighters
Erasable highlighters are a MUST in a music studio! Yellow is perfect for highlighting dynamics. This pack of 12 will last years!
31% off
Heavyweight Decorative File Folders
If you keep files out on your desk at all, at least make them pretty!
61% off
Welaxy Felt Office Drawer Organizers (7-piece)
Much more aesthetically pleasing than plastic.
33% off
Books on Faith and the Arts
Walking on Water: Reflections on Faith & Arts by Madeleine L’Engle
“A classic book that addresses the questions, What does it mean to be a Christian artist? And what is the relationship between faith and art?”
I gifted this book to some of my seniors this year!
25% off
Unceasing Worship: Biblical Perspectives on Worship and the Arts by Harold Best
“Widely respected as one of the foremost thinkers and practitioners in his field, Best explores the full scope of worship as continuous outpouring in all settings and contexts.”
55% off
Sing! How Worship Transforms Your Life, Family, and Church by Keith and Kristyn Getty
“Considering how singing impacts the culture of our family and daily home life, equips the church for unity and more.”
38% off
Art + Faith: A Theology of Making by Makoto Fujimura
“Ranging from the Bible to T. S. Eliot, Mark Rothko, and Japanese Kintsugi technique, he shows how, unless we are making something, we cannot know the depth of God’s being and God’s grace permeating our lives.”
40% off
Personal Products
Method Antibacterial All-Purpose Cleaner Spray, Bamboo scent
The smell of this bamboo-scented antibacterial spray is wonderful and refreshing!
28% off
Amika Perk Up Talc-Free Dry Shampoo
30% off
La Roche-Posay Face Moisturizer
25% off
Elta MD Skincare Tinted Face Sunscreen
20% off
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More Books!
The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo
47% off
My Boyfriend Barfed in My Handbag…and Other Things You Can’t Ask Martha
57% off
Help, Thanks, Wow: The Three Essential Prayers by Anne Lamott
45% off
Breath as Prayer by Jennifer Tucker
65% off
A Rhythm of Payer by Sarah Bessey
43% off
The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker
52% off
The Little Book of Hygge: Danish Secrets to Happy Living by Meik Wiking
46% off
Women, Work & the Art of Savoire Faire: Business Sense & Sensibility by Mireille Guiliano
47% off
Bread & Wine: A Love Letter to Life Around the Table by Shauna Niequist
62% off
