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A magazine for young pianists that contains engaging content for piano students, offers a space for student-created ideas and submissions, and provides the teacher with activities and curricular materials for use in teaching.
The Piano Inspires Podcast
The Piano Inspires Podcast features interviews with master piano teachers and performers, inspiring students and teachers of all ages!
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This journal is an international, peer-reviewed publication promoting the exploration, discussion, and dissemination of high-level research that will advance professional practice and scholarship.
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Jerry Wong, Building a Life in Music Across Continents | S3 E26
In this episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast, Artina McCain interviews pianist Jerry Wong. Wong reflects on his educational path and his work as…
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Christopher Fisher, Cultivating Connection Through Piano Teaching | S3 E25
Tune in to the latest episode of the Piano Inspires Podcast with host Pamela Pike interviews pianist, teacher, and composer Christopher Fisher. Fisher, who…
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Tony Caramia, Where Jazz, Pedagogy, and the Piano Meet | S3 E24
In the latest episode of the Piano Inspires podcast, host Craig Sale sits down with renowned pianist and pedagogue Tony Caramia. Their conversation includes…
Piano Inspires Discovery:
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Meet Dr. Eden Brown, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at The Frances Clark Center
Meet the newest member of The Frances Clark Center team, Dr. Eden Esters Brown. Brown joins the Center as the next Director of Diversity,…
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Spotlight on Leah Claiborne
To celebrate the legacy of Dr. Leah Claiborne as our Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, we are spotlighting her extensive scholarship and research…
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Piano Repertoire Planning for a Successful New Teaching Year
As the month of August quickly approaches, music teachers are beginning to prepare for the new school year ahead. This brings not only new…
Upcoming Events:
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Intermediate Teaching Course Discussion Group – Week 3
Topic: Performance Preparation and Artistic Achievement: Practice strategies, memorization, coaching, and performance success (Modules 10–13)August 12, 202611:00 AM EDT -
Studio Management Discussion Group – Session 1
Topic: Building a Professional StudioAugust 31, 202611:00 AM EDT -
Studio Management Discussion Group – Session 2
Topic: Financial Management for Your StudioSeptember 1, 202611:00 AM EDT
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