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At conference I was  asked if I had a game that  taught stem placement.

I don't have a  game  but I do have a teaching aid that was given to me by

 Wendy Guimont (coordinator for BC). I've included a picture.

Warm Summer Greetings from BC,

Traveling from one music conference in California to another one in Banff, Alberta made for an awesome July. One conference left me inspired to teach improvisation to my students and the other one, ready to tackle marketing to get more students in the fall.

I'm using the books called

Colleen Francis was an inspiring seminar presenter at the Banff conference. She encouraged us to all stay in contact with our students throughout the summer.  One way she suggested was to send out a postcard to each student.  
 
Sending out a

Even though summer is a time for kicking back and enjoying the well deserved rest that comes from a busy teaching year, in the back of our minds registration for the fall is always lurking around.

Keep in mind that every one you come in contact with is:
1) a potential person who may become a client
2) someone who may possibly refer you to one

A wonderful Sunny Day to you and a warm welcome to all the new MYC teachers who have completed their training this spring. MYC is a great program. There is a lot to learn in your first year but don't be afraid to talk to a seasoned teacher if you are feeling overwhelmed or need ideas, they can help you get through your first year with ease and confidence.

I have just returned from

Sunshine and Strawberries!

It's here! Summer! I was just out to a local farm and picked strawberries to eat and put some away for a winter

Dear Emily,

I'm so proud of the progress that you have made in your music lessons this year.  As exam day approaches, I was thinking about how to encourage you to practice over the next couple of weeks and here are my thoughts.
From now on, Don't Practice

Good Morning!

Have you ever wondered how to get your students to remember to add dynamics to their music? Read Amiee Rau's blog on Rainbow music. http://musicboxmusicstudio.com/blog/2010/05/rainbow-music/

Dear Teachers and Friends,

The closure of another  musical year is almost at hand.  Final recital preparations are in the works,
EVERYBODY IS A WINNER with SOLO TIME MUSIC GAMES