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Read more about the article Putting the ‘Social’ Into ‘Social Media’

Putting the ‘Social’ Into ‘Social Media’

I've just been having a clear-out of people I was following on social media. Don't worry, it's not anyone whose posts I read and interact with, it's people who've obviously…

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Read more about the article It’s Your Concert: 6 Tips for Compiling a Concert Programme

It’s Your Concert: 6 Tips for Compiling a Concert Programme

Whether for an examination, particularly at diploma level, or to share music with an audience, creating an interesting and attractive musical programme for a concert is an art form. Here,…

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Read more about the article Myth-Busting the Teaching DipABRSM

Myth-Busting the Teaching DipABRSM

I've been mentoring teachers for the DipABRSM, and other teaching diplomas such as the DipLCM(TD) and ATCL, for nearly 10 years. I'm always impressed by these teachers' commitment and willingness…

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Read more about the article My Top 10 Books for Instrumental Teachers

My Top 10 Books for Instrumental Teachers

Over the past 18 years, I've acquired many books related to music education and instrumental teaching. If you're looking to expand your library, explore some new ideas or collect together…

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Read more about the article 4 Things Pianists Can Do to Improve Their Sight-Reading

4 Things Pianists Can Do to Improve Their Sight-Reading

If you're a singer, you might be used to singing in choirs. Maybe you've been in shows, perhaps in the chorus where there's been plenty of ensemble singing. If you're…

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Read more about the article 5 Questions to Ask Yourself When Writing Programme Notes

5 Questions to Ask Yourself When Writing Programme Notes

Writing notes for a concert programme may seem daunting. It is a professional skill, but also required for some music performance examinations and for local amateur concerts. In this guest post, Ruth…

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Read more about the article 5 Reasons Why It’s a Good Idea to Have a Studio Policy

5 Reasons Why It’s a Good Idea to Have a Studio Policy

When I had lessons as a child, no teacher I encountered seemed to have any formal policy when it came to the lessons they offered. It was predominantly pay by…

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Read more about the article Top Tips for Singers for the DipABRSM Quick Study

Top Tips for Singers for the DipABRSM Quick Study

Note: the advice here is aimed at singers entering for the DipABRSM in either performance or teaching; however, the advice applies more generally, particularly to the LRSM and FRSM. As…

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Read more about the article 4 Ways for Instrumental Teachers to Avoid ‘Resource Overwhelm’

4 Ways for Instrumental Teachers to Avoid ‘Resource Overwhelm’

I don't know about anyone else, but one of my jobs over the summer is to make some attempt to sort and reorganise music, organise resources and generally tidy up…

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Read more about the article 10 Things I’ve Learnt in 18 Years as a Private Music Teacher

10 Things I’ve Learnt in 18 Years as a Private Music Teacher

I've recently celebrated 18 years as a private music teacher. In that time, there have been many 'ups and downs', and after 18 years, I've definitely learnt a few things…

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Read more about the article Review: Stepping Tones Practice Diary

Review: Stepping Tones Practice Diary

Who remembers their Chester's Music Practice Book from when they had lessons as a child? I do, and I have a feeling I've still got mine somewhere. These tiny little…

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Read more about the article 4 Ways to Make the Most of the Music Exam Mark Sheet

4 Ways to Make the Most of the Music Exam Mark Sheet

If you're reading this, you've probably taken a music exam fairly recently. Congratulations! Whatever the outcome, I have a huge amount of admiration for any learner who puts themselves forward…

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