Dr. Elizabeth

It's the end of April, which indicates the arrival of Spring Recital Season (and hopefully the departure of spring allergies for those of us who suffer. 🤧) After about 20 years of music and piano teaching and planning recitals, I've learned that the most memorable recitals aren't always the fancy, super-formal events. Piano Recitals can take many forms from formal attire and concert halls to backyard patio performances and everything in between. All are wonderful ways to celebrate student...

Best Autism Resources for Music Teachers with books, articles, magazines, podcasts, blogs and teaching tools to help students with 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 and executive...