25 Jan 2021
By Shelly Davis
PPP225: “2021” with Songwriter and Piano Kid, Violet Rivers (and company)

PPP225: “2021” with Songwriter and Piano Kid, Violet Rivers (and company)

Parent Interviews, Practicing and Motivation, Teacher Interviews, , , , , ,
Violet Rivers put a smile on my face with her delightful song and her charming interview. I love that she is learning to work through difficulties and challenging times with creativity and songwriting.Music truly can soothe the soul - and bring a giggle.In this episode, we hear from Violet along with her parents, Mark and Kristen Rivers, and her piano teacher, Gere Fennelly. Violet's dog, Walter, even makes a brief appearance! Listen to the full episode here Piano Parent Takeaways: "You can do anything for 10 minutes." Just get to the piano for 10 minutes. Your piano kid will likely…
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15 Jan 2018
By Shelly Davis
PPP075: Piano Doodling can be more beneficial than you might think

PPP075: Piano Doodling can be more beneficial than you might think

Podcast, Practicing and Motivation, , , ,
  Listen to the full episode here Giving your child freedom to doodle at the piano is more beneficial than youmight thinkThe next time you hear your piano kid creating and improvising on the piano keys consider giving them more time to do that before you redirect them back to their assigned pieces.Creativity & DiscoveryLearning to read a piece of music begins externally. Creating sounds on the piano begins internally.Stumble upon familiar melodies and play pieces by ear - melodies at first and then harmonies to go along with the melody.Create your own fun and you'll never be boredImprovementListening - creating…
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