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Jumbo Ice Cream Cone

by Kristin

Jumbo Ice Cream Cone

This piano game is designed to help younger students learn the names of the keys. Each time the child answers correctly, he gets another scoop of ice cream. Before long, he's got a towering jumbo ice cream cone that he's really proud of. You can print this game for free and to play with your piano … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beginner, Games, Names of Piano Keys, Preschool

Composition Contest

by Kristin

Composition Contest

Even young kids can compose songs! We just did a little composition contest and I was very impressed. The youngest child participating was only four years old and he did fantastic, as did all the other kids. We'd love your help choosing a winner. You can listen to the compositions here and here … [Read more...]

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The Effect of Music on the Brain

by Kristin

The Effect of Music on the Brain

Is listening to music enough to encourage brain growth, or is there something special about actually learning an instrument? To date, no research has demonstrated that listening to classical music can have a lasting impact on IQ. Research does show that learning to play the piano causes the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Music and the Brain

Spot Practice Chart

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Spot Practice Chart

Sometimes kids need help learning how to practice. If you find that the child or children you teach seem to be unsure of what to do when they sit down at the piano for practice, you may want to introduce spot practicing. How to Teach Kids to Spot Practice Identify a small portion of the song … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Motivation, Practicing

Piano Boosts Brain Power

by Kristin

Piano Boosts Brain Power

Brain scans show that the brains of adult musicians are larger than those of non-musicians. Research now shows that learning to play the piano actually causes parts of the brain to increase in size. Kudos to all you parents who are helping your children learn to play! You’re making a real … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Music and the Brain, Practicing

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Kristin is a piano teacher, curriculum developer and author of the widely popular Piano Magic system. She loves helping piano teachers enhance their teaching skills and optimize their studios so they can use time efficiently, maximize profit and live a life they love.

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