28 Jul 2025
By Shelly Davis
PPP 365: Mr. Michael’s Music Maker Manual, an interview with author, Michael Hemsworth

PPP 365: Mr. Michael’s Music Maker Manual, an interview with author, Michael Hemsworth

Podcast, Teacher Interviews, , , , ,
In this episode, Shelly Davis welcomes music educator and author Michael Hemsworth to discuss how parents can support their child’s musical journey with patience, curiosity, and creativity. Listen to the full episode here Episode Highlights As the founder of New Songs Music Schools, Michael brings decades of experience and a deep understanding of what it means to raise confident, artistic kids.Topics discussed include:Michael’s musical background and how he started teaching at 16The difference between "carpenter" and "gardener" parenting and teaching stylesHow to recognize and support different learning styles in musicThe role of parents in shaping their child’s musically creative environmentWhy…
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29 May 2023
By Shelly Davis
PPP 335: Piano Parent Summer Survival Kit (My first book on Amazon!)

PPP 335: Piano Parent Summer Survival Kit (My first book on Amazon!)

Communication, Podcast, , ,
Hot off the presses....I just released my first book on Amazon and I'll tell you all about it in today's episode.Sum·mer ˈsəmər/ nounthe warmest season of the year, in the northern hemisphere from June to August and in the southern hemisphere from December to February.the time of year when many piano students backslide with their hard-earned piano skills. Sur·viv·al sərˈvīvəl/ nounthe state or fact of continuing to live or exist, typically in spite of an accident, ordeal, or difficult circumstances.how piano parents feel when struggling to prevent the aforementioned backsliding.Kit kit/ nouna set of articles or equipment needed for a specific purpose.this book:  a…
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