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How Long Should Music Lessons Be? Finding the Goldilocks Fit
Discover the ideal length for music lessons based on age, experience, and goals. Explore the pros and cons of 30, 45, and 60-minute lessons.
Karen North
Oct 24, 20247 min read
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Music Teacher Tricks (or How to Empower Your Students!)
“Pick a card, any card …” says the magician—or music teacher! Learn how to empower your students with creative tricks.
Karen North
Aug 27, 20245 min read
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3 Teaching Techniques for Better Music Lessons
How can we make music lessons more engaging for young learners? Explore 3 teaching techniques that spark curiosity and creativity!
Karen North
May 28, 20244 min read
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Avoiding Music Teacher Burnout
Discover essential strategies and tips for music educators to avoid burnout and maintain passion in teaching.
Karen North
Mar 26, 20247 min read
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Fun Music Games for Little Musicians
Games have been an important part of my music teaching in the last 40 years, here are some games to motivate & engage your little musicians!
Karen North
Nov 14, 20235 min read
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The Art of Encouragement: Extrinsic Motivation in Music Education for Children
This article explores the role of extrinsic motivation in teaching music to children, backed by research and practical insights.
Karen North
Oct 25, 20235 min read
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A Better Work-Life Balance for Music Teachers
Music teachers often work long hours, so what can we do to achieve a better work/life balance?
Karen North
Nov 16, 20224 min read
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What Do New Music Teachers Need to Know?
Top tips for those starting their music teaching career
Karen North
Aug 17, 20224 min read
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Are you exhausted from make-up lessons and holiday lessons?
Do you feel overwhelmed by your current make-up lesson policy and holiday lessons? After 39 years of music teaching, I've made some changes!
Karen North
Jun 9, 20225 min read
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Music Exams: Pros, Cons & Alternatives
Music exams - some teachers love them others won’t touch them, but what might some alternatives be?
Karen North
May 25, 20227 min read
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10 “Must Haves” for Music Teachers
What essentials should music teachers include when setting up the music room - studio, classroom or cart.
Karen North
Apr 27, 20226 min read
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Key Skills to Teach in Second-Year Flute Lessons
What skills should we teach in the second year of flute lessons? Helpful ideas with skills and elements to include.
Karen North
Mar 29, 20224 min read
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5 Essentials for First Flute lessons
Essential tips for teaching the first flute lesson.
Karen North
Jan 25, 20225 min read
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Celebrating Music from Many Cultures in Your Lessons
How can we celebrate holidays & festivals in the music studio and music classroom?
Karen North
Oct 12, 20215 min read
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Are you game? How to help your music students learn.
How can we use games in music lessons to help our students learn better?
Karen North
Sep 21, 20214 min read
1,094 views
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