by Whitney | Sep 4, 2018 | 4 D's, Delight, Featured, Tuesday Teaching Tactic
Today we’re sharing another Tuesday Teaching Tactic and it’s something we really believe in. The best way to introduce the tactic is with this quote from Robert Duke: “Every human being should experience something beautiful every day.” So think... 
by Whitney | Aug 28, 2018 | 4 D's, Delight, Featured, Tuesday Teaching Tactic
Welcome back for the latest Teaching Tactic Tuesday – today we’re sharing an old favorite, called “Dynamic Skiing”. This activity is amazing for students to internalize their dynamics for a piece! When your student is missing their dynamics,... 
by Whitney | Jul 30, 2018 | 4 D's, Delight, Drive, Featured, Games, Printables, Resources
There’s one game that my kids like to play every time we’re stuck in a waiting room situation. Tic Tac Toe! It’s a favorite for kids and really takes little prep, just paper and a pencil. Teaching at the university, I noticed the first year group... 
by Spring | Feb 1, 2018 | 4 D's, Delight, Featured
A couple weeks ago something really exciting happened…my husband and I bought our first piano! It’s a Boston GP 156 and I am in love! I grew up playing a Story & Clark console that my grandparents bought when my mom started learning piano. It’s... 
by Whitney | Jan 16, 2018 | 4 D's, Delight, Develop
“A duet for you, a duet for you,… a duet for everyone!” Applause and shouts of joy come from all students as you hand out duets in your studio. Sound like the perfect scene? It does to me. I love when students get excited about playing piano... 
by Whitney | Jan 2, 2018 | 4 D's, Delight, Featured
We’re back to teaching this week – can’t believe how quickly time flies during the holiday breaks! My family spent time with both sides of our extended family and enjoyed a short trip into the mountains too. I even learned to ski! I know, I grew up...