January 14th, 2009 by Lisa | 2 Comments »

Why Notate Notes?

It’s not about writing music.  It’s about using a different way to impress a memory into your mind, which results in higher retention of what you learn.The actual act of drawing a note on the correct line or in the correct space, opens up a powerful realization and gives you a more exact knowledge of [...]

January 14th, 2009 by Lisa | No Comments »

Music staff not printing

If you can see the lines on the pdf before printing, then you will need to open your printer or Adobe Reader preferences and locate something that says:   “print as image”.  That will allow your printer to print what is displayed on the screen as a picture instead of trying to “interpret”  it.

January 13th, 2009 by Lisa | No Comments »

I Signed Up But I Didn’t Get My Confirmation Email‏

If you have signed up for the free lesson, but have not received a confirmation email,  it’s possible that  my emails have ended up in your junk box.  Check there first.
It is also possible that you are already added to the list.  If you visited my site before and have received email from me, it’s [...]

January 13th, 2009 by Lisa | No Comments »

Piano Lessons and the Recession

Why piano lessons are the last thing you should give up if you’re worried about the economy.
In news reports about consumer confidence and spending trends during the recession, we’re hearing about how people are planning to change their spending habits this year, if they haven’t already.
If you’re feeling tempted to drop your piano lessons in [...]

January 13th, 2009 by Lisa | 2 Comments »

Why is beginner music limited to 5-finger songs?

First of all, don’t let that question scare you… in my curriculum you won’t be limited to 5 finger songs… I have remedied that and you will be able to play some familiar songs right away.  However, aside from my special “remedy” I do start with teaching you a few songs in the 5 finger [...]