Piano Pedagogy Podcast

Defined Music Teacher
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Dive into topics related to piano pedagogy, piano teaching, and the ins and outs of running a piano teaching business.

  1. 04/03/2025

    Fix Your Piano Students' Posture & Prevent Pain with Body Mapping

    Stop playing through pain! Learn the essentials of Body Mapping with pianist and performance science major Cana Kashima. This episode explores how understanding your true anatomy – from head/spine balance to sit bones and arm structure – can prevent injury and improve your playing. Discover practical tips like the "pumpkin on a stick" analogy and why pain is a signal to stop. 🔗 Links: * What Every Musician Needs to Know (Book): https://amzn.to/4i01Z2e * Cana's Website: https://canakashima.com * Show Notes: https://definedmusicteacher.com/articles/episode21_bodymapping.html

    41 min

  2. 03/06/2025

    Teaching Staff Notation with Sound Shapes

    Make music learning tangible with Sound Shapes! In this episode, Jacqueline Beckoff dives deep with Luisa Matthynssens, founder of Cadenza Studios and creator of Sound Shapes – revolutionary, magnetic, 3D-printed musical symbols.We explore how these innovative tools bridge the gap between abstract musical notation and the physical act of playing, making concepts like the staff, rhythm, and chords easier to grasp for students of all ages and levels. Louisa shares practical tips and real-world examples from her teaching experience, demonstrating how Sound Shapes can be used for everything from basic note reading to advanced chord inversions and composition.Discover how to incorporate "preparation stage learning," setting the stage for new concepts before they formally appear in method books. Learn how to address common student struggles, and unlock a more engaging, multi-sensory approach to piano pedagogy. If you're looking for ways to make your lessons more interactive and effective, this episode is for you! You can find the show notes on the Defined Music Teacher Blog

    53 min

  3. 02/06/2025

    The Power of Representation: Fanny Hensel & the Musical Canon

    On this episode of the Piano Pedagogy Podcast, Jacqueline Beckoff chats with Molly McCann, founder of HenselPushers, about the remarkable Fanny Hensel. They discuss Hensel's captivating compositions, including "Das Jahr," and explore the challenges she faced as a woman composer in the 19th century. Learn about Hensel Pushers' mission to make her music accessible and the importance of including diverse voices in the classical music canon. Visit henselpushers.org to explore Fanny Hensel's music! You can find show notes for this episode on the Defined Music Teacher Blog

    1h 29m

  4. 01/02/2025

    Yearly Practice Themes

    Tired of New Year's resolutions that fizzle out by February? In this episode of the Pedagogy Podcast, Jacqueline Beckoff introduces "Yearly Themes," a powerful concept borrowed from YouTuber CGP Grey, that can revolutionize the way you and your music students approach growth. Discover how to ditch the pressure of resolutions and embrace a year-long journey of focused improvement, both in your musical skills and your teaching practice. Check out the show notes on the Defined Music Teacher Blog.

    35 min

  5. 08/30/2024

    Teaching Effective Practice

    On this episode we're diving deep into the crucial topic of practice - an essential aspect of musicianship that many teachers struggle to teach effectively. We'll explore seven key principles of practice and some practical methods to implement them. Show notes can be found on the Defined Music Teacher Blog

    1h 10m

  6. 06/11/2024

    Piano Teaching Fallacies & Principles

    In this episode of the Piano Pedagogy Podcast, Jacqueline delves into the teachings of Richard Chronister, focusing on his eight principles and fallacies in piano pedagogy. Discover how to enhance your teaching methods by understanding common misconceptions and adopting effective strategies that foster deeper understanding and intrinsic motivation in your students. Tune in to gain valuable insights that will transform your approach to piano education. Show notes for this episode can be found at the ⁠Defined Music Teacher Blog

    56 min

  7. 05/21/2024

    Student Retention

    In this episode of the Piano Pedagogy Podcast, Jacqueline and Arianne sit down with Marie Lee to explore innovative strategies for student retention and the benefits of group piano teaching. Marie shares her experiences with using technology, hiring student assistants, and engaging piano parents through crash courses. Tune in to discover practical tips and inspiring ideas to enhance your music studio's community and success. Show notes for this episode can be found at the Defined Music Teacher Blog

    1h 9m

  8. 05/14/2024

    Articulations

    Join Jacqueline Beckoff and Arianne Lakra as they explore the world of articulations in piano playing. From introducing articulations to young students to handling advanced techniques and overcoming challenges, this episode offers practical insights and personal stories to help music educators refine their teaching methods. You can find show notes for this episode at the ⁠Defined Music Teacher Blog⁠.

    1h 7m
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Dive into topics related to piano pedagogy, piano teaching, and the ins and outs of running a piano teaching business.

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  • Creator
    Defined Music Teacher
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Defined Music Teacher
  • Show Website
    Piano Pedagogy Podcast

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