RCM Piano 2022 Celebration Series, 6th Edition
The RCM's mission is to develop human potential through music and the arts. As the editors curate the music, it is their hope that it will inspire teachers and students. In this blog post is a free printable of listed repertoire selections. Read about the new series, the composers and the goals of the editors and the president. … continue reading →
Piano Studio business claims: Home expenses, work expenses and industry codes, oh my!
When you file your income tax, are you claiming everything you can? Reduce the amount of tax you owe and keep more of the money you earn. Find out about claiming home expenses, work expenses, industry codes and more! … continue reading →
Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star Part IV: From minor, Twinkle branches into the major key [Printables] [Printables]
Can we pinpoint where in Europe the original minor Twinkle tune first become major? As the music made the leap from courtly ballrooms and entered the folk music circuit, it began a remarkable transformation. which features were kept and which were lost? And where in Europe did it become our favourite little Twinkle folk tune? It's all explored in this post! … continue reading →
Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star Part I: The ultimate guide to this tune in our culture [Printables]
How much do you think you know about Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star? Maybe you have a good ear and have figured out that other children's songs share the same tune, like Baa, Baa Black Sheep, the Alphabet Song and perhaps even a German children's song about ducks not as well known in the English-speaking world. … continue reading →
Save time on lesson plans! 6 quick tricks to take piano lessons from Blah into TA-DA!
Piano lessons feeling blah lately? Learn quick tricks on how to create fun, effective "UN-planned" lessons that are flexible and student-centred. Your piano lessons will go from Blah to TA-DA! … continue reading →
Yoga for pianists: Ignite your mind-body connection for optimal posture and practice
Here is a curated suite of yoga practices for pianists and advanced piano students. Prepare the upper body, arms, wrists and mind to heighten your piano practice and make it more effective. There are suggestions for accommodating injuries. This blog post is designed for personal use by pianists and as a resource for teachers of advanced piano to share. … continue reading →
Top 5 most helpful posts of 2021 [Digest]
In this 2021 countdown I'm focusing on my top 5 pedagogical posts! If you're new to my blog and want a quick introduction to my most popular posts, or if you were busy at times through the year and missed some of these, here they are! … continue reading →
Early to Late Intermediate Piano repertoire of Rebekah Maxner, listed for ease of choosing
Intermediate pianists have reached a good level of proficiency and often have a clear idea of the music they'd like to learn. Pick pieces they'll love, and you'll keep them hooked on piano! This post comes with a free printable to help make it easy for you to select the very best pieces for your students at the right levels. Keep reading! … continue reading →
A piano composer's unique handprint: how playing shapes new music
Have you ever wondered how a piano composer comes up with ideas for new music? Three living composers, June Armstrong, Susan Staples Bell and Rebekah Maxner explain how their own playing experiences shape and sculpt their compositions. It's all in the human hand! You might find inspiration to create your own pieces! Please keep reading! … continue reading →