In this issue
July 2012; Vol. 4, No. 4
Proverbs for Pianists
There is a great deal of wisdom encapsulated in proverbs. While they are meant to apply to life in general, they also have specific applications to…
July 2012; Vol. 4, No. 4
Brain Trust: Words of Wisdom From Early Childhood Experts
There's nothing more invigorating than a room full of young children eager to learn music. And there may not be anything more important to all music…
July 2012; Vol. 4, No. 4
An Interview With Christine Barden
An internationally recognized authority and leading music educator on early childhood music, Christine H. Barden is a coauthor of Alfred's Music for Little Mozarts preschool piano…
July 2012; Vol. 4, No. 4
Welcoming Young Children Into Your Studio
Interested in widening your student base to include young children? Recent research points to enhanced brain development, increased musical potential, and even a higher occurrence of…
July 2012; Vol. 4, No. 4
Chord Substitution
One thing that has always drawn me to jazz is the harmony. It is fascinating to hear how a single chord change can define one artist's…
July 2012; Vol. 4, No. 4
Making Music Come Alive
In my early years of teaching I clearly remember commenting about my students' playing to my husband, "All the notes and rhythms are correct, but they…
July 2012; Vol. 4, No. 4
Marko Tajčević’s Songs from Mur Island
Piano teachers are always looking for fresh music for their students to make lessons and recitals more interesting. One collection that could be a welcome addition…
July 2012; Vol. 4, No. 4
Celebrating Fifty Years at the New School for Music Study: A Three-Generation Review
The New School for Music Study, a not-for-profit community music school specializing in music study at the keyboard, celebrated its fiftieth anniversary during the 2010-2011 academic…
July 2012; Vol. 4, No. 4
The Trapeziectomy Diaries: Part Two
The trapeziometacarpal joint, also called the "trapezium," is at the base of the thumb. Osteoarthritis, a well-known condition suffered by many adults, affects the trapezium in…
July 2012; Vol. 4, No. 4
In Memoriam: Emilio del Rosario, 1934-2010
I begin each day at the piano with a collection of scales, chords, octaves, and arpeggios. Many prefer to simply slide into sections of the music…
July 2012; Vol. 4, No. 4
What are the Most Important Rhythmic Skills for the Early-Level Student?
I remember the first time I heard Elvina Pearce talk about piano teaching. I was a doctoral candidate in piano performance and pedagogy at Northwestern University…
July 2012; Vol. 4, No. 4
July 2012: Questions and Answers
Q. This year I have put all of my private students into repertoire classes. I am surprised and delighted with the students' response and with the…