Creating my own flash cards has been in the works for a while, so I’m very excited about this post! I purchased these awesome flash cards from Full Voice Music a while ago and have found them to be a lot of fun for sight reading and composition practice. I wanted cards that would helpContinue reading “Sight Reading Flash Cards”
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Performance Preparation
There are many ways to prepare for a performance. I’ve put together a list of some of my favourite tips that have worked for my students over the years. Being nervous before a performance is completely normal, and being well prepared is the best way to combat those nerves! Below is a free download ofContinue reading “Performance Preparation”
Piano Performance Etiquette
Recital season is coming up! Here’s a free printable step by step guide on how to present yourself when on stage. It’s important to practice this ahead of time so you are confident on the day of the concert. download a pdf copy
Slow Practicing
Fast practice, slow progress. Slow practice, fast progress. No practice, no progress: — Fay Adams Practice at the speed of no mistakes. – Liszt The experts have spoken! When you practice at a slow, comfortable pace, magic happens. Tricky parts become manageable and confidence is boosted. Sections that looked impossible become playable! Take a breath andContinue reading “Slow Practicing”
Note reading games
We’re all about play-based learning here at Songbird Music! Here are three of my favourite games to practice note reading: Dice You’ll need to purchase or make your own musical alphabet dice. I made two so that all letters from A-G are covered. Simply roll the dice and either find the corresponding note on aContinue reading “Note reading games”
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