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Infopedia
Our celebrated article
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for music teachers and students |
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Free
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Essential free tools for
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NEW: Webvertisement
The single
biggest source of
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Elsewhere at
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Immunize Yourself
If stage fright is a disease, then you should try curing yourself in advance.
The Practice Revolution
The ultimate guide to practicing. What works, what doesn't, what really happens in
the practice room - and how to fix it.
The Level System
A method for learning your new piece, and predicting when it will be ready.
Managing Your Practice
Can't get everything done in time? Organize your practice - here's how.
The Great Race
A practice game with a twist. Be careful what you wish for, it might happen...
Music lessons for life?
We look at the everyday ways in which music lessons can help you.
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Practice Triggers |
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 We show you how to turn everyday household events into powerful reminders to practice. |
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The Notebook PowerUser! |
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 It could be one of our most potent teaching weapons, but most of us just use notebooks to record the student's homework for the week. PracticeSpot takes a look at some creative uses for this studio icon. |
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Practice Props |
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 We show you how everyday household objects can help your students practice longer - without them noticing. |
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Countdown Charts |
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Eliminating panic from your students' exam and recital preparation. |
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The Role of Parents |
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We outline 7 essential supports that parents need to provide for kids having music lessons. |
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Studio Makeover |
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We show you 10 simple ways to revitalize your teaching space. |
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Reasons for Easy |
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PracticeSpot shows you how to have frame new pieces in a positive light. |
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The Thirty Minute myth |
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 It might be character building, but there may be better ways of preparing for each lesson than being forced to do half an hour of practice every day. We look at some of the hidden dangers with this time-honoured approach. |
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The Quarter Note Quest |
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 The Quarter Note Quest actually a free "learn to read rhythms" resource in the Rhythm Gym here at PracticeSpot - this article is the teacher's notes to help your students get the most out of the drills. |
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Nintendo Practice |
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Students can learn plenty about practicing from the computer games they play. |
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How to create Studio Awards |
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 Polish up your Oscars, and take the mothballs out of the red carpet. We’re take a look at the notion of Studio Awards – why you would create them, what they should be for, and how to make the presentations an Occasion to Remember. |
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Studio Policies
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Just in case you were wondering how other teachers do things, PracticeSpot has started a collection of studio policies, all contributed by visitors to the site. Browse through the ideas, and then send in the policy your studio uses (We'd love to hear from you!)
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