At one point or another, most teachers will come across students who lack motivation. To keep them engaged in their lessons from week to week can be difficult. To make matters worst, each student is different – what may motivate one student may not work for the other. You may want to consider using some of the ideas below to keep your students engaged at all times:

Consider taking the lessons yourself

It is not a bad idea to literally put yourself in your students’ shoes. You may remember those times when you were too busy to find time to practice or your pieces did not play as well during your lessons than they did when you play at home. My advice is to find someone who may be willing to take you as a student at least once a month. In doing so, it will perhaps benefit you in more than one ways!

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The piano is a sophisticated musical instrument and affordable to buy. To ensure you buy a good unit, it is imperative to determine your needs, especially your budget, before you shop. If you are working around a tight budget, it is advisable that you purchase a used Yamaha piano.

Why You Should Buy a Used Yamaha PianoThe following are five reasons why you should consider purchasing a used piano:

1. It is Beautiful

Used pianos are well-kept units that may have been refurbished for numerous reasons. Even if a used unit has not been refurbished, it can still be a good condition after a decade long. This is typically due to regular tuning by an experienced RPT. Most used Yamaha pianos that I come across have a beautiful aesthetic value and sonorous sound. (more…)

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Some people find it difficult to make a decision between buying a new and restored piano. New pianos, no matter where they are made, are often very good. But, restored Yamaha pianos are just as good as the new ones, especially if they are properly restored by professionals.

Should You Get a New or Restored Piano?

There are several factors that you need to consider when it comes to buying a piano – new or restored. The first thing is your budget. If you are working around a tight budget, then a restored piano is definitely the best choice.

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The New Year is the time that many people look back at what they have accomplished. For those who are musicians, particularly new piano players tend to look forward to what they still wish to achieve. I personally feel it is a great time for me and everyone else to make a fresh start, to set new goals, and to realign oneself musically.

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Hiring a piano teacher can be quite tough. Given that it will be your first time choosing one, how do you know what to look for? It is important that you learn about the piano teacher’s general history before you hire him. This blog post may help you learn what to look for:

Determine the Age Group Taught by the Piano Teacher

Not every piano teacher teach every age, so this is a crucial factor when choosing a teacher. Most people assume that anyone who plays piano can perceptibly adapt their techniques to accommodate children, young adults, or senior citizens. This is not entirely true, as every age requires a different set of knowledge and skills to be able to assist the students to learn. (more…)

There are many instruments that are as adaptable and versatile as the piano. From classic hits to contemporary compositions, the piano has the ability to contribute to almost any music pieces. Nevertheless, the piano can be quite intimidating to approach, because of the 88-keys. Fortunately, it does not have to be or feel that way.

These days, there are numerous apps available out there that can help beginner and intermediate pianists to play the piano better. Piano teachers can look forward to some of the latest apps to use in their classrooms. I believe in keeping up with the changes of time and technology, thus I think it is a great idea to include these apps for the tech savvy generation during piano lessons in the new year! The following are three tools that piano teachers should consider using:

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Grand pianos are exceptional instruments. If you have not played one before, you should certainly visit the nearest piano dealer in your town and give it a go. The following is the Big 4 Baldwin pianos of all grand pianos:

The Baldwin BP152 – Grand Sound and a Perfect Fit for a Living Room

Professional Series from Baldwin has a piano for everyone’s music needs and budget. This is no exclusion for the BP152. If space is limited, and yet, you still want outstanding tone and design, the BP152 is the best fit. It stands at 5’0” and is one of the smallest units in its category. However, its compact dimensions does not equate to a reduced sound. This unit delivers a sweet, singing “voice” you would expect from a large grand piano. It certainly preserves the full presence and prestige of having a renowned Baldwin grand piano in your living room.

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Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve are year-end holidays that I look forward to, because I spend those holidays with my loved ones. It is a tradition that has been unbroken for many decades and it is good to know that my children wish to continue the tradition. So, what is New Year’s Eve like with the Coopers?

New Year’s Eve Celebration

My New Year’s Eve celebration is often a dinner party with family, friends, and neighbors. Oh how I love these parties, as my house is often filled with people that my wife and I have befriended in high school, university, and even during our careers. You can imagine how exciting and loud the party can be! With endless supplies of scrumptious food and drinks, I make sure there is sufficient flow of music all day long. When music is playing, there is no one left sitting around, as they will be dancing the night away.

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