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kimmurraymusic
4 hours ago2 min read
How to Motivate Students to Practice Post-Holidays
Strategies for motivating students to practice after the holidays.
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kimmurraymusic
5 days ago3 min read
When do I get my child a better musical instrument?
Tips for knowing when it's time to purchase a higher quality musical instrument for your child.
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kimmurraymusic
Jan 103 min read
Lesson Cancellation Policies: Should You Charge for Last Minute Cancellations?
Should you charge for last minute lesson cancellations? Yes. Here's why.
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kimmurraymusic
Jan 72 min read
How to Restart Music Practice After a Break
Here are some tips to ease your child back into regular music practice after a break.
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kimmurraymusic
Oct 22, 20243 min read
The Importance of Halloween Piano Music in Private Teaching
Why I teach Halloween music each year, how I do so, and the pedagogical value it holds
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kimmurraymusic
Oct 9, 20244 min read
A Music Teacher Self-Care Plan to Avoid Burnout
Self-care advice for teachers to avoid burnout
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kimmurraymusic
Sep 30, 20243 min read
How to Motivate Music Students to Practice Using Core Motivators
Motivate Music Students to Practice by identifying their core motivators
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kimmurraymusic
Sep 10, 20242 min read
Getting Kids to Practice Music When Life Gets Busy
time-tested strategies to help music students maintain regular music practice when life gets busy
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kimmurraymusic
Aug 23, 20242 min read
How to Motivate Music Students with Storytelling
This technique is great for motivating a lackluster performance or bored student.
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