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Exam Preparation Tips

Posted on May 24, 2014 by Jan

Piano Exam Preparation Tips for Teachers 1) Give mock exams 2-3 weeks in advance of the day. 2) Explain the marking system. 3) Make sure the pupil is certain of date, location and time of the exam (remembering to arrive … Continue reading →

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Pieces

Posted on May 24, 2014 by Jan

Piano Examinations: Pieces (See also Lesson Format: Current Piece and New and Old Pieces) Once the scales are in progress, it’s time to start my pupil working on his first exam piece. The examination board I use – the ABRSM … Continue reading →

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Your New Piano Pupil

Posted on May 21, 2014 by Jan

Your New Piano Pupil During the initial telephone enquiry from a prospective pupil or his parent, I try to find out as much about him as possible by asking a series of questions. (I am generally approached on the phone, … Continue reading →

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