Tech That Serves Teaching, Not the Other Way Around

by Rosemarie Penner

As independent music teachers, we’re constantly bombarded with messages about the latest educational technology that promises to revolutionise our teaching. But here’s what I’ve learnt after over twenty years of teaching and seeing what this looks like through my kids’ education.  The most powerful teaching tool isn’t found in any app store.

Using Technology To Motivate Music Students

by Georgina Wilson

Technology didn’t play a role in motivating me as a kid. I was motivated by three things: If you’re lucky, you’ll have some students who have similar (simple) motivators. They practice or fill in a theory worksheet because you asked them to. But no doubt, you have some that are less obliging.

Teaching with Technology

by Tim Topham

If the phrase “teaching with technology” fills you with fear, you’re not alone. Many piano teachers feel nervous about using apps, online tools, and AI in their lessons. But we’re here to reassure you that you don’t have to be a tech expert to teach modern music effectively.

MTT15: Tips From a Tech-Savvy Piano Teacher with Tim Topham

by Timz Fojas

How to Organize Your iPad and Save Precious Teaching Time

by Rosemarie Penner

Organize Your iPad Back in the day, I learnt a lot about how I wanted to organize my business, even though I didn’t realize it at the time. I always worked for private schools, which meant that I needed to ensure parents were given information quickly and my students were always learning something.

The Best Ear Training Apps for Your Studio

by Sean Wales

Practicing aural skills is one of the most important music theory exercises for any musician. From beginner students to more advanced musicians, boosting listening skills helps everyone when it comes to playing piano. But some music students want to skip the ear training exercises and just play piano without any extra theory lessons.

Fons Discount

by Timz Fojas

Fons will be your new favorite app that turns hours of admin work into a few taps. Fons is an online scheduling and billing app for freelancers, studio owners, and independent professionals. Fons is built to work the way you work.

4 Essential Piano Teaching Tools Everyone Needs in Their Studio

by Tim Topham

What tools can you not live without?

How to Record Live Piano on GarageBand for the iPad

by Tim Topham

Today's free download isn't to be missed.

Why Instant Self-Learning Music Teaching Apps Just Won’t Work

by Tonara

Here's an app that you can use to aid your teaching.

New Course: A Complete Guide to Digital Music Notation

by Fraser Myers

Have your students print out a score of their very own compositions.

A Comprehensive Guide to Uploading and Editing Videos for YouTube

by Rosemarie Penner

Use YouTube to your advantage in a variety of ways.