Articles
The articles below are reprinted from “Progressions” magazine- the official newletter of the BCRMTA and appear on this site by permission of the authors
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Reversing the Pyramid
20th Century - The Sour Sweet Music
Sound Reflections: Teaching Contemporary Piano Repertoire
Observing the Student
Acoustic or Digital Piano - The Great Controversy
The Care and Maintenance of Your Piano (Winter 2006)
Ten Myths about Canadian Music (Winter 2005)
Piano Lessons ARE a Laughing Matter (Fall 2007)
How to Win at Music Festival (Fall 2006)
How Can You Teach Your Students to Play with Authority? (Spring 2007)
An Exploration of Various Approaches to Practicing the Piano (Spring 2008)
The Foundation of Effective Practicing (Spring 2006)
Engaging the Brain- notes on a lecture by Terry Small (Fall 2008)
Compose Yourself- Freshen Up Your Repeats (Spring 2009)
Motivating Children to Practice (Spring 2009)
Parents Play the Most Central, Yet Vulnerable Roles in Children’s Music (Spring 2009)
Pedagogy – Mentoring the Next Generation of Teachers (Winter 2010)
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