http://www.wendyspiano.com/base ...where there is something for everyone! Sat, 29 May 2010 22:17:09 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Summer is a great time for music lessons. For most kids there is no school and no homework, which leaves more time to practice and work on some fun music. Lessons and practice also provide some structure to the summer schedule and continue the learning process. Summer lessons are flexible ... http://www.wendyspiano.com/base/?p=36 As students start planning for the upcoming school year, the question is usually asked about taking up another instrument for band or orchestra. Here are some of my thoughts in regards to this subject: Practice Time – How do students get enough time on each instrument? Some band/orchestra teachers will let students ... http://www.wendyspiano.com/base/?p=29 Now that students are settling into school and sports routines, it is a good idea to establish practice times each day. Choose a time that can be kept consistently and stick to it in order to get your assignments complete each week. There are two ways to set times: 1.   You ... http://www.wendyspiano.com/base/?p=27 Private Piano Lessons Scheduling for fall semester will begin July 27th. Students are given first priority on their current lesson time. I have made room for many more students this year, so spread the word to your friends that I have openings and encourage them to sign up early in ... http://www.wendyspiano.com/base/?p=25 Don't forget to sign up now for summer lessons - lessons start the week of June 1st. You can pick and choose the weeks that work for you - from 3 lessons to 9 or 11 in the summer. Also, if you know families with young children, please spread the word ... http://www.wendyspiano.com/base/?p=23 Congratulations to all students on a great recital today! Everyone did an exceptional job - I heard many comments from guests as to how musical and expressive the performances were. I am proud of each and every one of you. The "bow" contest winners are  Micah P and Hannah S - ... http://www.wendyspiano.com/base/?p=20 With our spring recital coming up this Sunday,  I wanted to give you some good practicing tips for the week. Tip #1     Practice SLOWLY throughout the week, especially with the "trouble" spots. Use your metronome to keep you from speeding up. Tip #2     Practice your pieces in the same order and with ... http://www.wendyspiano.com/base/?p=15 As you can see, our new website at wendyspiano.com is slowly taking shape! http://www.wendyspiano.com/base/?p=1