My students did amazingly well on their end of year exams last spring. I was thrilled, because we had practiced like crazy with the fun resources I created. In my studio, we spend a ton of time on music theory. Why? Because playing the piano gets so much easier when you understand how music … [Read more...]
Ear Training Worksheet: Cupcakes and Melodies
Isn't this new ear training worksheet cute? My students love it! The reality is, they love pretty much any worksheet that has sweet treats on it. This worksheet helps with melodic dictation and is really easy to use. Kids listen to a melody and then circle which of the two cupcakes displays the … [Read more...]
Ear Training Worksheet for Major & Minor Chords: How are You Feeling, Mr. Monster?
I've been working on a bunch of new ear training worksheets and I'm excited to share them with you. This one helps kids learn to identify major and minor chords and is easy to use. You just print the worksheet and then ask the student to listen carefully as you play a chord. If the student thinks … [Read more...]
Piano Worksheet: Analyze Happy Birthday
You can help kids become great improvisers on the piano. Piano improv is a skill that can be learned. What do you need to know to be successful? Music theory and how to apply it. After kids have learned how to play Happy Birthday by ear, you can help them analyze the song with this … [Read more...]
Modern Ear Training in Early Music Education
Today's post is from guest author Christopher Sutton, director of Easy Ear Training. Christopher shares terrific insights and advice and I'm thrilled that we all get to learn from him. Modern Ear Training in Early Music Education Ear training, the process of developing your ear for music, has … [Read more...]