Creative Musical Musings

A Violin’s Legacy: Helping Every Student Feel at Home Through Music

Have you ever received an email that didn’t just brighten your day, but actually warmed your entire soul? I had one of those moments recently, and I simply couldn't wait to share it with you. It’s a story about a violin, a legacy, and the incredible power of a...

Piano Improvisation for Adults 101: Mastering Your First Solo

Ever sat down at your piano, looked at the 88 black and white keys, and felt... stuck? You’ve spent weeks, maybe months, mastering a specific classical piece. You’ve got the notes down. You’ve followed every crescendo and staccato mark to the letter. But the moment...

Fresh from ASTA: Turning Classrooms into Jam Sessions

ASTA was such a good time. Like, “I lost my voice from talking shop with orchestra teachers” good. If you couldn’t make it (or you just want the highlights without the conference coffee), here are the big takeaways from my session on Flexible Fiddling—aka, how to turn...
🎵 Blog Post: The 100-Day Practice Challenge!

🎵 Blog Post: The 100-Day Practice Challenge!

Are you a pianist longing to play with freedom, without being tied to sheet music? Imagine Are you a pianist longing to play with freedom, without being tied to sheet music? Imagine sitting down at the piano and effortlessly playing a tune by ear, improvising, and...

What is a FOOSH?

What is a FOOSH?

It is a “Fall on outstretched hand.” And it hurts. I fell in front of my house when I tripped over a gap in the sidewalk. I tore the rotator cuff of my right arm. Right now I’m navigating our medical system. And I’m waiting for my doctor’s advice. My doctors said: No...