Writing About Music

Why is it so hard to write about music?

I assumed when I started this blog I would have more than enough to say about music........

But I don't.

In fact even though I have a degree in music, writing about it has proven very difficult for me.

Maybe it's because music says all those things that just can't be put into words. 

I'm not sure.

But I'm still serving through song.

Photo Credit

Barbie Smith Songs

I just found this young woman through a friend on Facebook.  These are nice songs, but by no means a professional recordings.  But God can use imperfections to bless anyway.  And I was blessed by these songs.

He Gave Himself by Barbie Smith 
I Have Been Blessed by Barbie Smith

Surely He Hath Borne our Griefs

In honor of Passion week (subscribers click the link to view the video)

The Matthew 6:33 Piano Teacher Launch and Huge Giveaway!

Blog and Book Launch Day Is Finally Here!!! (Cue the Confetti!!!) And I have a fabulous giveaway for your worth $50!!  But before we get to that let me tell you about my book, "The Matthew 6:33 Piano Teacher, How to Teach Piano for the Glory of God."

If you've ever thought about making an income from piano lessons while honoring God I wrote this book for you.  In fact I wrote it in such a way that even a high school student could pick it up and learn how to teach piano lessons.  (Whether they want future career advice or to make a little extra income now) 

There are few books that teach piano instruction with Christ as its center. Written by a piano pedagogy teacher, who has taught music to students as young as toddlers and as old as ninety. "The Matthew 6:33 Piano Teacher" examines basic piano pedagogy from a Biblical perspective in a reader friendly question and answer format. It provides wisdom in the spiritual, business, and instructional aspects of teaching piano. This book is written with the novice piano teacher or would be teacher in mind.

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The Matthew 6:33 Piano Teacher

How to Teach Piano For The Glory of God

$9.99


Or You can get it on Kindle or Nook.


Now For the Giveaway

I will be giving away a Personal Bussiness Consultation for a Music Teacher or Would Be Music Teacher, or a Music Coaching Session, for any instrument.  I will critique and clinic 2 songs, perfect if you have a performance of any sort coming up.  These services are normally $50, but I'd love for you to win them today! (read a full description of services by clicking the above links.)

And what the hey, I'll even throw in a copy of my book. If you purchase THE PDF and win I can refund you the money, so don't let that stop you from buying it ; )  Just enter via rafflecopter below.  Provide me with an e-mail address you actually check so I can notify you if you win.  I promise I won't spam you.

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And to see the lovely places where I link click here. 

Bringing out melody notes can be a challenge even for advanced players. Here's my explanation of the "ghost method." A sure-fire way that enhances the melody every time.

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A Passion for Teaching

I found a fabulous resource from kjos.com I wanted to share.  They recently sent me a complimentary copy of "Jane Bastien a Passion for Teaching" that I just loved!

You can request your own complimentary DVD or download the videos here.

I enjoyed seeing inside the piano studio of a legend, and it definitely inspired me with some great ideas.  Hope you enjoy.

Also be sure to check out her daughter's blog for even more ideas, it will make you appreciate the Bastien Piano Basics even more.

Introducing the Damper Pedal to Beginner Students

Here is my advice about introducing the damper pedal to beginners, subscribers click on the link to view.