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Theory Exams

Posted on May 24, 2014 by Jan

Music Theory Examinations I spend little time on music theory in the early stages. Some teachers would argue that theory should be taught straight away but I don’t feel that this is the most effective use of a piano teacher’s … Continue reading →

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After the Exam

Posted on May 24, 2014 by Jan

Piano Examinations: After the Exam I am not usually at the examination centre when my pupil comes out of the exam room, so I have to wait until the next lesson to find out how he felt about the experience. … Continue reading →

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Before the Exam

Posted on May 24, 2014 by Jan

Piano Examinations: Before the Exam A few weeks before the big day, I give my pupil a ‘mock’ to prepare him for his piano exam (In some cases I will follow this with two or three more mock exam-based lessons). … Continue reading →

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Making Entries

Posted on May 24, 2014 by Jan

Piano Examinations: Making Entries If you plan to enter your pupils for examinations (something the majority of pupils, parents and teachers seem to want) – you need to decide which exam board to use. [dropshadowbox align=”right” effect=”lifted-both” width=”370px” height=”” background_color=”#dbe6ec” … Continue reading →

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