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How Can Music Skills Build A Child’s Self-Confidence?

Parents want nothing but the best for their children, but in order for them to achieve anything they want, they need to have self-confidence. This is why for parents who want their kids to succeed, the best gift they can give is to boost their confidence. Learn why music is one of the best ways to give a child confidence.

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Darren Perkins Nov 6, 2018 Inspiration
Quotes for Music Teachers: 5 Categories

Here are 35 quotes in 5 categories to chew on, memorize, or frame for your music studio. Or if you’re like me, plaster them all over the house on sticky notes.

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Robin Steinweg Sep 22, 2018 Inspiration
CM or RCM?

What are the differences between the Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) music exam and the California-based Certificate of Merit (CM)? Learn about them both here.

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Yiyi Ku Sep 22, 2018 Methods and Exams
Tax Tips for Musicians

Most music teachers and performers are at least partly self-employed, and this income needs to be filed on a Schedule C form. Learn how to do that here.

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Ed Pearlman Mar 27, 2018 Studio Management
Making a Medley of Melodies

gs. I can’t pick!” Yep, I have students who simply cannot choose only one favorite for their recital. When this happens, I might show them ways to make a medley. Here’s how to do it.

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Robin Steinweg Nov 28, 2016 Inspiration