The First 10 Things Every Voice Student Should Learn
1. How to stand No slouching! In order for your vocal student to make proper use of their vocal cords and diaphragm, they will need to stand with good posture, with their feet shoulder-width apart. It’s also important to make sure your student’s knees remain unlocked (passing out at your first voice lesson probably won’t …
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The First 10 Things Every Piano Student Should Learn
1. Posture The way a student is positioning their body while sitting at a piano not only affects their ability to play well but also their ability to play for an extended period of time. Make sure your student knows to sit with their back straight, feet flat, and arms and wrists parallel to the …
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The First 10 Things Every Guitar Student Should Learn
1. The Parts of the Instrument It’s challenging to give a student direction if they don’t know what you’re talking about when you use terms such as “bridge” or “pickup.” Make sure your student has the basic vocabulary and anatomy of the guitar mastered so you are able to communicate effectively. 2. How to Tune a Guitar …
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How to Teach Your First Music Lesson
How to get started as a music teacher You’re a seasoned musician looking to start teaching music lessons. You want to make a little extra cash on the side, but you also have a strong desire to share your music knowledge with others and give back to your community. However, you’ve never taught a lesson …