Inspiration

Monday, November 23, 2015 by Tracy Douglas | Uncategorized

If I'm looking for a bit of inspiration I often refer to the Piano Guys. Check out their Youtube channel, it may just inspire you too https://www.youtube.com/user/ThePianoGuys

Social learning for piano teachers

Monday, November 23, 2015 by Tracy Douglas | Uncategorized

Continuous professional development is critically important to maintain skill levels, spark new ideas and create a social network where you are able to learn through others. I was curious to find out what networks exist for piano teachers and strangely enough came across one such site called The Curious Piano Teacher. It would be interesting to here from other piano teachers who have had experience of using the site http://www.thecuriouspianoteachers.org/

The musical child

Wednesday, November 11, 2015 by Tracy Douglas | Uncategorized

So how important is music in terms of supporting child development? Personally speaking I'm a great believer in the value of a music education and sites such as Youth Music provide further compelling evidence through their personal success stories http://www.youthmusic.org.uk/why-music-matters