Assignment Sheets

I've been working on making some more appealing assignment sheets for my students. Here's a sample and I'll upload more later:

Getting those darn kids to practice!

ENCOURAGING YOUR CHILDREN TO PRACTICE

• Set a consistent practice time—schedule a time that your children will practice every day & stick to it. 

• Create a good atmosphere—Make sure practice time is free of distractions and criticism. 

• Be a fan—Take time to LISTEN to what your children are playing, cheer them on. Have your children perform for the family if they’re willing. 

• Be informed—Know what songs your children are working on, what concepts their teacher is trying to help them master. Ask questions! 

• Be involved—Sit down with your children and help them learn good practice habits. If you’re not sure what habits they need, ask the teacher! 

• Help foster a love of music—Listen to piano music played by great pianists; go to concerts; buy music they’re excited to play; help your children get excited about being part of the world of musicians.

Carnival of Music Camp July 2013

Pinteresting

Below is a link to my Pinterest Piano Board. I am always on the lookout for resources that will make piano more fun for my students and for me. If you're ever looking for a new way to learn music, check out some of the links on my board:

http://pinterest.com/amyrho/piano/

Scales

I found a website (link below) that offers free a free download scale sheets that are great for learning all of the major scales and chords. Enjoy!

http://www.music-for-music-teachers.com/12-major-scales.html

Sheet Music

If you're ever looking for sheet music, try finding it for free on the internet before paying for anything. There are lots of websites that offer free online sheet music. Here are just a few I like:

8 Notes

LDS.org

Piano Street

I'll share more with you another time, but these are some great sites.

One of my favorite sites

I will often refer you to the musictechteacher website to do games, quizzes, etc., to enhance your practice time.