Effective Piano Practice: Help students achieve goals with 'Practice Pizza'
Some of the most difficult things a piano teacher is faced with are: convincing students to put in their best effort, getting students to remember to follow practice instructions, and getting students to practice effectively. The key to becoming a motivational teacher is to find ways to get students to 'buy in' to practicing with intention. Find out how Practice Pizza can motivate your students! … continue reading →
Rebekah Maxner's Piano@Play Top Content of 2023 [Digest]
In this 2023 countdown I’m focusing on my top 5 visited 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 →
Rebekah Maxner's Piano@Play Top Content of 2022 [Digest]
In this 2022 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 →
DIY "You're One Smart Cookie" Student gift and feedback card in one package [Printables]
Looking for a way to make your students feel special this season? For under $1 each, give this sweet little reminder of how smart you think your students are. Includes a free printable card with room for mid-year feedback plus instructions for making cookies. Choose cookies students can eat OR gingerbread clay cookie ornaments. Your pick! Either way, this gift-and-feedback all-in-one will spread a little joy. … continue reading →
Piano student motivation: How 'Vacation Lessons' work for summer and for kids who struggle
Sometimes your students need a break! It could be a summer break or maybe life is just overwhelming. But the problem is that you still need income. Vacation Lessons offer a break from PRACTICING without a break from lessons altogether. Curious as to how this would work? There are tons of things you can do to engage your students and keep them coming back. … 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 →
'Music that touches my heart' activity reflects on love of piano [FREE printable]
Have you ever tried to describe why you love a piece of music, or how it touches your heart? Here's a chance for you and your piano students to reflect on favourite music! This art activity promises to create a lifelong tug on your students' heart strings, to help them realize how much they cherish their music and never want to let it go! FREE printable included! … continue reading →
Top 5 most helpful posts of 2020 [Digest]
In this 2020 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 →
Heart and Soul piano play-along -- Learn the bass and chords [Part I]
Share this video directly with your piano students! It will help them learn Heart and Soul’s bass line and chords by rote with supporting videos and a FREE printable guide sheet. Your students can use the same steps to teach it to a family member! Family duet, anyone? ...continue reading →