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On February 2, 2022, guitarist Dr. Jon Yerby presented a webinar to the Duet community about how to optimize remote teachings. (The recording of this webinar is available to Duet subscribers in the Resources section of your account.) As part of his presentation, Dr. Yerby offered product suggestions for microphones and video cameras that work for him.

There’s one element that’s universally disliked about receiving advanced degrees in music: the cost. Cellist Karen Poleshuck offers reflections on what she might have done differently in getting to be one of the most accomplished cello teachers in New York.

What’s the best way to navigate the relationship between teacher and parent? Stacy Smith has a unique perspective on this question as both a mother of 5 musicians and a violin teacher herself. What do parents wish teachers knew, and what do teachers with parents knew? Stacy’s here to tell us.

Why wait until a holiday to “turn on the party?” We music teachers can find many reasons and ways to celebrate student milestones. Here are 18 reasons to celebrate and 18 ways to celebrate.