Webinar Highlights – Spring 2026

Strategies for Effective Teaching and Learning

Led by Dr. Andrea McAlister, this three-part series is designed to spark discussion, reflection, and community among teachers of all stages of their careers. Based on the Foundational Pedagogy Course from the Frances Clark Center, these interactive sessions will explore essential topics of piano teaching and learning—no purchase or course enrollment required. Connect with colleagues, share ideas, and deepen your understanding of effective teaching practices in a supportive environment. Watch the full webinar here: https://pianoinspires.com/webinar/strategies-for-effective-teaching-and-learning/

Communication and Motivation

Led by Dr. Andrea McAlister, this three-part series is designed to spark discussion, reflection, and community among teachers of all stages of their careers. Based on the Foundational Pedagogy Course from the Frances Clark Center, these interactive sessions will explore essential topics of piano teaching and learning—no purchase or course enrollment required. Connect with colleagues, share ideas, and deepen your understanding of effective teaching practices in a supportive environment. Watch the full webinar here: https://pianoinspires.com/webinar/communication-and-motivation/.

Curriculum and Lesson Planning

Led by Dr. Andrea McAlister, this three-part series is designed to spark discussion, reflection, and community among teachers of all stages of their careers. Based on the Foundational Pedagogy Course from the Frances Clark Center, these interactive sessions will explore essential topics of piano teaching and learning—no purchase or course enrollment required. Connect with colleagues, share ideas, and deepen your understanding of effective teaching practices in a supportive environment. Watch the full webinar here: https://pianoinspires.com/webinar/curriculum-and-lesson-planning/.

Innovation – Rethinking Sustainability: Building Economic Models that Work

What does a sustainable career in music look like today, and how can we design economic models that truly support our work and values? In this Innovation Webinar, guest host Heather Smith will guide a thought-provoking session on creating financially viable, mission-driven models for music education and community engagement. We’ll explore real-life examples, unpack common challenges, and share tools for reimagining income streams, partnerships, and program structures. Whether you’re an independent teacher, nonprofit leader, or part of an institution, this webinar will help you take concrete steps toward a more sustainable and impactful future. Watch the full webinar here: https://pianoinspires.com/webinar/innovation-rethinking-sustainability-building-economic-models-that-work/.

Economic Models: Building a Career for the Future

Building a career as musicians and educators requires nimble and bold approaches when building a career that starts “here and now” while navigating the steps that move towards a sustainable future. Join us as we ask important questions of one another when considering economic models in our professional paths and connect with professionals building such careers for the future. Watch the full webinar here: https://pianoinspires.com/webinar/peer-connections-economic-models-building-a-career-for-the-future/.

Recent Music Research – From Touch to Technology: A Tactile Feedback Device as a Pedagogical Tool in Piano Education

Tactile feedback has long been central to piano teaching with teachers often relying on physical touch to adjust posture and guide technical coordination in ways that words or demonstrations alone cannot fully convey. This program will summarize a research project that involved a tactile feedback device which delivered vibration cues to the student’s finger in real time. Results indicate that tactile feedback through the device provides more immediate and intuitive guidance than verbal or visual cues alone, with the student responding more quickly to corrections and showing greater accuracy in making adjustments. Watch the full webinar here: https://pianoinspires.com/webinar/from-touch-to-technology-a-tactile-feedback-device-as-a-pedagogical-tool-in-piano-education/.

Community Impact – Synergy: The Power of Collaboration

True synergy occurs when collaboration achieves more than the sum of individual efforts. Drs. Lopez and Sanchez, co-founders of the North Texas International Piano Pedagogy Symposium, will discuss how their partnership filled a critical need in their community—and how their teamwork continues to inspire global impact. Discover strategies for fostering powerful alliances in your own work. Watch the full webinar here: https://pianoinspires.com/webinar/community-impact-synergy-the-power-of-collaboration/.

Innovation – Legacy and Mentorship: Cultivating the Future of Piano Education

Innovation doesn’t end with new ideas—it lives on through the people we mentor and the values we pass on. In this final installment of our post-Summit webinar series, we’ll reflect on the role of legacy and mentorship in shaping a sustainable and inclusive future for piano education. What do we hope to leave behind? Who are we lifting up along the way? Through storytelling, dialogue, and reflection, we’ll explore how to mentor with intention, build intergenerational connections, and ensure that the future of our field is one of care, creativity, and community. Whether you’re early in your career or a seasoned educator, this session will inspire you to lead forward with purpose. Watch the full webinar here: https://pianoinspires.com/webinar/innovation-legacy-and-mentorship-cultivating-the-future-of-piano-education/.

Peer Connections – Beyond Academia: Making the Degree Work for You – Expanding Career Options Outside Academia

While performing and teaching are top of mind when envisioning what comes next after completing a music degree, there may be innovative professional opportunities yet to discover. Come join a lively discussion with creatives in this space about expanding career options outside academia. Watch the full webinar here: https://pianoinspires.com/webinar/peer-connections-beyond-academia/.

2026 Collegiate Connections Webinar

The Collegiate Connections Webinar will highlight the outstanding work of pedagogy and collegiate groups. This a unique opportunity for selected groups of students to have their class projects featured by The Frances Clark Center. Join us at the 2025-26 Collegiate Connection Event on Friday, April 24, 2026 11:00 AM-12:30 PM Eastern. We look forward to highlighting the outstanding work of pedagogy and collegiate groups and to foster global community engagement among our collegiate cohorts and faculty. Watch the full webinar here: https://pianoinspires.com/webinar/collegiate-connections-2026/.

Community Impact – Stride: Pacing Progress & Sustaining Momentum

As we close this season, we’ll reflect on our collective progress and explore how to maintain forward motion. This session will focus on:

• Steadiness – Building endurance for long-term goals.
• Stamina – Avoiding burnout while pushing forward.
• Sustainability – Ensuring efforts create lasting change.

Join us for an actionable discussion on pacing, resilience, and keeping your stride even after challenges arise. Watch the full webinar here: https://pianoinspires.com/webinar/community-impact-stride-pacing-progress-sustaining-momentum/.