The Piano Magazine staff will host a facilitated discussion about Brenda Wristen’s article from the Autumn 2022 issue, “No Thumb or Fifth Finger on Black Keys, Except…,” featuring discussion and Q&A with the author herself.
We welcome you to attend and participate even if you have not read the article; however, if you would like to read it in advance, you can do so here:
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Please note that a replay will not be available.
Please join us for a special online memorial event on Saturday, September 24th at 8pm ET to celebrate the life of Elvina Truman Pearce (1931-2022).
This event will be held on zoom and include performances and tributes to the extraordinary life of Elvina Pearce. RSVP at the link.
The Piano Magazine staff will host a facilitated discussion about Rachael Gates’s article from the Summer 2022 issue, featuring discussion and Q&A with the author herself.
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An online concert with performance and commentary by the artist. Eunbi Kim will perform works composed for her by Daniel Bernard Roumain, Sophia Jani, Pauchi Sasaki, and Angelica Negron.
Join us in-person for four days at the Westin in Lombard, IL, from the afternoon of Wednesday, July 26, through Saturday, July 29, 2023. Experience concerts from top artists, inspirational keynotes, and innovative PEDx talks, and explore an exhibit hall that showcases the current music industry.
Intermediate Teaching and Learning
July 28-29, 2022
Pamela Pike, Seminar Lead
Guest Presenters: Rebecca Bellelo, Marvin Blickenstaff, Jackie Edwards-Henry, Sara Ernst, Ivan Hurd, Jane Magrath, Craig Sale, and Leila Viss
Because intermediate studies span several levels and correspond with the teenage years among traditional-age students, it can be a challenge and an opportunity for musical development and engagement that will last a lifetime. This seminar explores the best practices in teaching and learning during the intermediate years by delving into key areas of a well-rounded piano curriculum. Throughout the day, expert presenters will share ideas and tips for teaching technique, musicianship, sight reading, harmonization, theory and creativity at the piano, and different genres of music. Each day will feature an expert intermediate teaching demonstration, followed by a moderated discussion. There will be daily sessions on underplayed and underrepresented intermediate repertoire that students of all ages will find captivating and gratifying. Seminar participants will come away with ideas to create meaningful musical engagement by facilitating successful experiences at the piano, increasing students’ autonomy and motivation for practice outside of the studio, and empowering musical performance during the intermediate levels.
SEMINAR COST: $325 per seminar or $225 for students
With DISCOUNT: $299 for current subscribers and course enrollees
Registration for this event has closed.
Questions? Contact teachereducation@francesclarkcenter.org.
The Piano Inspires staff welcome all new subscribers to a quarterly virtual tour and networking event.
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Join us online for an inspiring evening of music and conversation celebrating the transformative power of music and piano education. All proceeds from this event help support The Frances Clark Center mission to provide the highest quality resources and programs for piano teaching, learning, and performing.
Enjoy an incredible evening highlighting performances by Marvin Blickenstaff, Sean Chen, Andrew Cooperstock, Kairy Koshoeva, Artina McCain, and Spencer Myer. After the gala, we welcome you to visit with performers, colleagues, and supporters in a special reception.
Join the Frances Clark Center Piano Education Press staff for the launch of our newest student publications, Technique through Repertoire, Books 1 and 2. A celebratory evening featuring Jani Parsons and Christopher Madden.
Take a break from school or work stress and recharge with a community watch party! The Frances Clark Center Wellness webinars cover important topics such as the physiology of piano playing, mental resilience, breath and relaxation, and more.
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Calling all new professionals! Tune in to watch teaching demonstrations of pedagogical gems by women composers, followed by discussion and idea-sharing in breakout groups.
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