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5 Practical Communication Hacks for Teaching Piano to Students with ADHD and Autism
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

Dr. Elizabeth
20 hours ago5 min read


3 Ways Visual Schedules help Neurodivergent Piano Students (More Focus, Fewer Meltdowns!)
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!

Dr. Elizabeth
Feb 125 min read


3 Ways to Use Christmas Piano Bingo in Music Lessons
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.

Dr. Elizabeth
Dec 4, 20253 min read


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

Dr. Elizabeth
Nov 28, 20255 min read


Welcome back! Inspiring Confidence in Returning Students
One of my favorite things about piano teaching is the first lesson in the new studio year. For me, it’s the piano teaching equivalent of...

Dr. Elizabeth
Sep 4, 20253 min read


8 Ways to use Pom-Poms in Summer Piano Lessons
pictures of piano keys with brightly-colored pom-poms on the keys, arranged in patterns If you’re teaching this summer, chances are...

Dr. Elizabeth
Jun 5, 20254 min read


How Active Listening Builds Trust with Neurodivergent Music Students
woman holding her hand up to her ear In the last blog post I introduced the concept of trust , why it matters and how to start...

Dr. Elizabeth
Mar 27, 20255 min read


Building Trust: Enhancing Music Learning for Special Learners
a child with Downs Syndrome smiling at an adult teacher with a piano below them What is trust? Trust: noun, “firm belief in the...

Dr. Elizabeth
Mar 13, 20253 min read


Transform your Piano Teaching with a Bubble Timer
a plastic, tall timer filled with colored bubbles Today, I’m sharing about one of the most used (and most loved!) props in my teaching...

Dr. Elizabeth
Feb 12, 20254 min read
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