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The Power of Projections

Crystal BallSometimes the easiest way to motivate students to work hard today is to excite them about tomorrow.

We show you some simple techniques to have your students gazing longingly at what's coming up.

The Talented Studio
We show you how to fill your studio with nothing but talented students

Practice Props
For students who hate practicing the same section over and over ...
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    The Practice Revolution is the biggest and most approachable study of practicing ever undertaken, with 324 pages of what works, what doesn't and why. Philip Johnston pulls out all stops in this tour-de-force of ideas, analysis and new thinking for music lesson's oldest problem.

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    Practice Guide

    The science and art of practicing - helping students get more out of the six days between lessons. [ Show all articles ]

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    		Rewards Program

    PresentIt sounds a lot like bribery...well it is really. But the side-effects are better than you think - we show you how to convert your practice into Reward Points.


    		The Mathematics of Vivo
    We prove that playing fast is impossible, and show you how to do it anyway.

    		Kuhlau Distortions
    How to get a piece up to tempo by completely reinventing it.


    		Safety Ramps
    One way to rescue things if your piece gets into a tangle on stage.

    		10 Minute Magic
    For people who have never liked the idea of half an hour of practice.


     
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    Groundhog Day Exams
    We look at a powerful way of preparing for your next exam.

    The Practice Revolution
    The first chapter from Philip Johnston's controversial book on practicing.

    Quarter Note Quest
    The teacher's notes for this popular Rhythm Gym resource.

    Promoting your Studio
    Ideas for teachers who want a full timetable and healthy waiting list.

    Dictionary of Terms
    Look up over 1200 musical terms on the webs most comprehensive online musical dictionary.

    The Role of Parents
    We outline 7 essential supports that parents need to provide for kids having music lessons. An excerpt from Philip Johnston's book The Practice Revolution.

    		  


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