The Love-Hate Relationship I Have with Songwriting
Songwriting for me is an intricate process, from the moment a thought or an idea comes to mind; it may linger in my head for a bit, or ...
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Esther Ling
- May 27
- 4 min
A Gift of Song for Music Teachers
It's been so long since I wrote anything. Piecing together the events that has recently happened to my life, and my music studies have...
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Esther Ling
- Dec 22, 2022
- 5 min
9 Steps to Sight Reading Piano - A Systematic Approach
Last year, I participated in a masterclass that I thought to be extremely practical. It was a quick study session on sight reading with a...
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Esther Ling
- Dec 2, 2022
- 4 min
3 Important Music Sight Reading Tips to Always Have in Your Pocket
I apologize for being MIA for so long. Being a music student, coach, and entrepreneur (plus mom, chef, chauffer, etc...) is hard work!...
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Esther Ling
- Aug 10, 2022
- 3 min
Melody in F - Sight Reading a Late Romantic Elementary Piece
This week, we are featuring a melodious little piece composed by German composer, pianist and conductor, Friedrich Baumfelder, who was a...
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Esther Ling
- Aug 4, 2022
- 4 min
The Ballet - Classical Sight Reading Piece for Beginners
"Das Ballet", or The Ballet is a good classical piece for the beginning pianist to sight read ...
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Esther Ling
- Jul 26, 2022
- 4 min
How to Sight Read Piano Music Better
One of the most functional skills any musician can learn is to sight read music. Sight reading practice, however can be often confused...
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Esther Ling
- Jul 20, 2022
- 3 min
Piano Safari Friends - Playground Fun
Private piano lessons with 4 and 5 year olds are so much fun when you get to bring stuffed animals into play.
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Esther Ling
- Jul 19, 2022
- 4 min
3 Studio Must-Haves for the Piano Teacher
*Disclaimer: This post has affiliate links in it. I receive a small comission from purchases at no additional cost to the buyer. I only...
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Esther Ling
- Jul 15, 2022
- 5 min
3 Reasons a Music Practice Journal is Beneficial
Today, I will write about three reasons music practice journaling can elevate your learning and keep you engage for a long time...
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Esther Ling
- Jun 15, 2022
- 2 min
The Most Awesome Gift for Piano Teachers
I'll let you in on a little secret: I am a hoarder of children's art. I will treasure any form of a child's artwork to my old age days. I...
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Esther Ling
- May 18, 2022
- 6 min
Teaching and Family - Finding the Balance
During my low-energy days, I am positive I am not the first to type in Google “How to balance piano teaching and family life.” I have to...
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Esther Ling
- Apr 29, 2022
- 3 min
Piano Practice Challenge - Note Names
Piano Practice Challenge Ideas for Students and Studios
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Esther Ling
- Apr 29, 2022
- 4 min
Candy Characters in Piano Music
*all excerpt images of the sheet music are used with the permission of the composer. If you or your students have a sweet tooth, this...
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Esther Ling
- Mar 24, 2022
- 4 min
Planning a Piano Safari Friends Lesson
I've been using Piano Safari Friends for almost a year now, and I have to say this is an amazing method for preschoolers ages 4 - 5 who...
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Esther Ling
- Feb 28, 2022
- 4 min
3 Effective Methods to Practice for Music Performance
I recall once, in my performance training, a wise teacher had said to me: "Practice with intention. Even repetitions must have a goal in...
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Esther Ling
- Dec 5, 2021
- 4 min
Christmas Listening Resource & DIY Ornament
As a parent to an 8-year-old and a 5-year old, I'm constantly finding ways to include activities at home that keep them engaged in crafts...
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Esther Ling
- Dec 1, 2021
- 1 min
2021 Canada Music Week e-Festival Award Recipients
2021 Canada Music Week e-Festival Student Awards
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Esther Ling
- Oct 16, 2021
- 4 min
Tension in a Pianist Hands
Will playing on a digital piano affect piano technique development? Learn more by checking out this article:
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Esther Ling
- Oct 15, 2021
- 2 min
Scotch Poem - A Storm Within
I remember a time when I felt fearless. I remember it as a young little girl, always exploring adventures on my own outside the house,...
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