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Autumn 2023; Vol. 15, No. 3
Autumn 2023: Editor’s Letter
Two of our responsibilities in piano teaching include setting students up for success through preparatory activities that form the foundation for their new musical learning and…
Autumn 2023; Vol. 15, No. 3
The Legacy of James Lyke (1932-2023): Celebrating His Life and Work
Like many others, I had the good fortune to have Jim Lyke as a piano pedagogy professor and mentor. I credit him with starting me on…
Autumn 2023; Vol. 15, No. 3
The Body and the Beat: Developing Rhythm through Mindful Movement
Movement, for children, is necessary for learning. Young bodies are fine-tuned sensory receptors collecting information, curious and eager to explore the world around them.1 The young…
Autumn 2023; Vol. 15, No. 3
“Music Chose Me”: In Conversation with Pianist Althea Waites
A trailblazing pioneer in the realm of piano performance, Althea Waites was the first to record Florence Price’s Piano Sonata, and her interpretation of this monumental…
Autumn 2023; Vol. 15, No. 3
New Tech Tools for Back to School
As I write this article, I am inspired from attending the 2023 National Conference on Keyboard Pedagogy. This was my first in-person conference since 2019. It…
Autumn 2023; Vol. 15, No. 3
Healthy Playing, Healthy Teaching The Mind-Body Connection; The Brain, and Making Music
Any musician who has experienced performance anxiety has experienced the mind-body connection. The stress or anxiety we have about memory lapses or critical audience members occurs…
Autumn 2023; Vol. 15, No. 3
Autumn 2023: Pupil Saver
Refreshing, Appealing, and Appropriately Challenging by Jeff Kleinsorge “Dancing under the Stars” would be right at home in a Golden-Age musical. The way its lyrical melody…
Autumn 2023; Vol. 15, No. 3
Autumn 2023: New Music and Materials
Animals are the inspiration for Randall Hartsell’s latest piano solo collection for early- to mid-elementary level students. In the composer’s notes, Hartsell shares some people traits…
Autumn 2023; Vol. 15, No. 3
Autumn 2023: Book Reviews
My interest in somatic practices1 extends back more than two decades, when I began a regular yoga asana practice. Since then, I have also participated in…
Autumn 2023; Vol. 15, No. 3
Autumn 2023: Recordings
Sandman’s Castle: The Solo and Duo Works of Vincent Ho is an exceptional collection of works by the award-winning composer, with outstanding performances by artists Dame…
Autumn 2023; Vol. 15, No. 3
Autumn 2023: Life in Music
Inspired teaching is driven by curiosity to learn, improve, and advance practice. By adopting a “beginner’s mindset” we embrace the opportunities to learn and grow every…
Autumn 2023; Vol. 15, No. 3
Autumn 2023: Questions and Answers
Q: I'm interested in including some intermediate music by underrepresented composers in my students' curricula. Do you have any suggestions for composers that I might look…