23 Nov 2020
By Shelly Davis
PPP218: DECIDE to be Thankful, even in 2020

PPP218: DECIDE to be Thankful, even in 2020

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This year's holiday season will be unconventional with many families still in lockdown or with limited gatherings, even for families. There has been so much loss this year: school, jobs, family members. Even with all the loss, I believe we must still adopt a grateful attitude. but we're going to have to be intentional about it. Listen to the full episode here In last week's chat about Christmas music, Karen Young talked about a student of hers who enjoys improvising. I thought I would take her improvisation advice to him and adapt it to the upcoming holiday. "Make a plan"…
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06 Feb 2017
By Shelly Davis

Episode 028: Learn How to Prepare Your Child for Piano Exams with Parent/Teacher Dr. Mario Ajero

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Dr. Mario Ajero is internationally recognized as an authority in technology in piano pedagogy and music education. He has been invited as a presenter and performer at conferences such as the MTNA National Conference, the National Conference on Keyboard Pedagogy, the Australasian Piano Pedagogy Conference, and the Royal Conservatory Summer Summit. Dr. Ajero is Professor of Piano at Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas where he serves as the Keyboard Area Coordinator, teaches applied piano, piano pedagogy, and group piano classes. (more…)
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23 Jan 2017
By Shelly Davis

Episode 026: Who’s the Boss?

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When you "hire" a teacher, is it the same as an employer hiring an employee?Are you more like a customer buying services similar to the electric or telephone company?Is it like a restaurant where you order what you want off the menu and can request a customized meal?Maybe it's like using a doctor for his or her knowledge and expertise. Listen to the full episode here When you "hire" a teacher, is it the same as an employer hiring an employee?Are you more like a customer buying services similar to the electric or telephone company?Is it like a restaurant where…
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