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Linked Resources
A collection of articles and resources for students and parents
On This Page: Practice: Importance & Method - Motivating Your Child - The Benefits of Learning Piano - Memorizing Music - Technique Resources - Theory - Free Sheet Music Downloads
Practice: Importance & Method
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The Importance of Practice in Music
How Many Hours A Day Should I Practice? (Deliberate Practice)
Peeling Away The Piano Practice Layers
Four Deadliest Practice Mistakes
Top 5 Mistakes When Learning to Play the Piano
Is Slow Practice Really Necessary?
The Benefits of Slow, Relaxed Practice (video)
How to Deal with Practice-Related Hand Injuries & Muscle Pain
Common Misconceptions About Learning Piano (Including Exam Prep & Standards)
My 11-Year-Old Son Auditioned At Juilliard
Why Effective Practice Is Just As Important As The Hours of Practice
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Motivating Your Child
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What Piano Parents Really Need to Know
Tne Reasons Your Child Isn't Practicing & What You Can Do About It
How to Banish the 'Piano Is a Chore' Mentality
How to Encourage Kids to Practice Piano
15 Ways to Fill Your Child's Practice Tank
How Much Should I Practice? (video)
How to Create Peaceful Practice
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The Benefits of Learning Piano
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Memorizing Music
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How to Memorize Music: A Pianist's Guide
12 Tips for Memorizing Piano Music
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Technique Resources
Learn the Three Piano Pedals with Pictures
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Theory
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Is Music Theory Important to Learn?
5 Reasons Why Music Theory Is Important for Pianists
Music Theory for Musicians & Normal People (downloads)
Music Theory & Ear Training Exercises
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Free Sheet Music Downloads
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Musescore (find your music - email your teacher the link for printing)
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For Adult Learners
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