Category Archives: Learn
Why you should listen to your pieces
Something I’ve heard repeatedly throughout my years of orchestral playing is “go home and listen...
Mar
How to prepare for an orchestra rehearsal
Being prepared for an orchestral rehearsal will mean that you won’t be stressing about playing...
Mar
Composer spotlight: Johann Sebastian Bach
It goes without saying that Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) is one of the greatest composers...
Mar
Managing kids’ busy schedules
Do you feel as though your children have more of a social life than yourself?...
Feb
The 4 keys to a successful music lesson at home
When you have a lesson at home, whether online or in person, you need to...
Sep
Marathon training and music – how to track your progress
Call me crazy, but I’m training for a marathon. I’m working hard at improving, building...
Aug
Why private lessons should be tailored to the student
A good music teacher does not look for future celebrities in the arts, but should...
Jul
Home schooling and music appreciation
Our recent experience of having our children schooling from home has made many of us...
Jun
Parent Engagement = Music Lesson Success!
Many people believe that “musicians are born and not made”, but this couldn’t be further...
May
Will online lessons work for my child?
Inner West Institute of Music recently moved to online classes in response to the COVID-19...
Apr
What to expect from online lessons at Inner West Institute of Music
Our recent rapid transition from face to face lessons to online lessons has been a...
Apr
The benefits of continuing lessons online in times of uncertainty
When things seem a little chaotic in our environment, one way to feel like we...
Apr
How using different teaching techniques can help a student’s progress
I have been teaching students for over 20 years and have performed in countless concerts,...
Feb
Some surprising benefits of learning the drums as an adult
Drums are one of the most historically significant musical instruments. They have been used for...
Feb
How music lessons benefit Homeschooling families
How music lessons benefit Homeschooling families Home education is a legally recognised alternative to enrolling a child...
Nov