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When we as teachers (or just humans!) are exhausted and stretched thin, our communication skills start to decline. It takes us longer to form phrases and answer questions, our brain might feel sluggish, or we may feel overstimulated and tired of talking and answering questions. The same is true for our students of all ages, levels and abilities, but this is particularly applicable for our piano and private music students with Autism and ADHD. Since communication, processing a

Learn how to use structured routines in music lessons for students with autism and disabilities. Discover practical strategies, from visual schedules to improving student behaviors, that reduce anxiety and help neurodivergent learners thrive. Master adaptive music education today!

Add some holly-jolly to your holiday piano and music lessons with Christmas Piano Bingo! Print and use it for a no-prep activity for lessons, home practicing, or to help students prepare for a performance.

Favorite Studio and Office Tools used in teaching and operating home music businesses

small girl sitting on a piano and smiling at the camera As a piano teacher, fostering a supportive and engaging environment is key to...

silhouettes with colorful figures, numbers, and graphics to represent thinking minds and neurodiversity Since April is Autism Awareness Month, it’s a great time to learn about this neurotype that impacts so many individuals and students (current statistics from the CDC show that autism diagnosis rates are currently 1:36 in the U.S.A.) To help us better understand this complex neurotype, let’s define some of the verbiage you’ll hear (or may have heard) associated with autism,

Happy spring, friends! I don't attend the MTNA (Music Teachers National Association) national conference each year due to scheduling...

Summer is a great time to think through what worked and what you want to change in your studio this year! This will not only help you...