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Qualities to look for in music teacher
https://www.sagemusic.co/top-8-qualities-look-great-music-teacher/ Creative Explanations!
a talented teacher will explain in different ways until you grasp the concept. a talented teacher will teach in different ways until you grasp the concept.
making things fun
Fun can come in many forms. Your teacher might make lessons fun with their personality and enthusiastic approach to music, alone. If you’ve been wanting to learn a favorite piece, working on that piece can get you excited about going to lessons. And, playing duets with your teacher can also be a great way to change things up.
Your teacher should have ways to help you connect with other musicians for additional opportunities. Playing in ensembles.
Positive attitude who can help you when you’re frustrated and who can reassure you when you doubt yourself.
A great teacher will also be able to find ways to help you through these times by providing additional tips and suggestions to help you develop the skills that you’re working on.
Use of Targets and Assignments
Structure your music lessons with goals, targets, and assignments Structure your music learning with goals, targets, and assignments
conscientious of the time, and knows how to stay productive during the entire duration of each music lesson.
https://www.thestrad.com/how-do-you-choose-instrumental-repertoire-for-a-student/2866.article Suggest them 3 new pieces of music. Pick the one they preferred.
They should play 3 musics: one below their level, one above, one equal.
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who can inspire and nurture a student's musical growth instill lifelong love of music
- The Music Teacher Tailors Their Lessons
- They Make Lessons Fun
- They Notice Key Issues and Target Them
- They Are a Skilled Communicator
- They Are Very Organized The road from picking up an instrument to mastering it is a long and arduous one. A clear long-term plan that structures the student’s learning will lead to much better learning outcomes.
The teacher should track development over time, whilst noting key milestones along the way. 7. They Stay Positive
One of the teacher’s key roles is to be a motivator!
How to find one?
Internet Local music school and communities
Arrange to interview prospective teachers, in person if possible, before making a commitment.
What questions to ask them during the interview:
What is your professional and educational experience in music?
get a certificate!! What is your teaching experience? What age groups do you teach? How do you participate in ongoing professional development? play in bands play Are you nationally certified by MTNA? Do you have a written studio policy? Will you review it with me? Do you regularly evaluate student progress? What instructional materials do you use? What kinds of music do you teach? What other elements are part of your teaching curriculum? Do you offer group lessons? Do you require students to perform in studio recitals during the year? Do you offer other performance opportunities for your students, such as festivals and competitions? Do you use technology in your studio, such as computers, music instruction software, digital keyboards? How much practice time do you require each day? What do you expect of your students? Their parents?
What are your music qualifications and teaching qualifications?
What is your performing experience?
What experience do you have of teaching this age group? (whether it's child or an adult)
How long have you been teaching? (don’t necessarily rule out someone inexperienced - we all have to begin!)
Do you engage in any professional development?
What kinds of music do you teach?
Do you offer your students any performing opportunities?
Do you encourage students to take advantage of modern technology eg online learning support?
Do you teach theory of music?
Do you teach technique as well as how to play pieces?
Do you encourage improvisation and playing by ear as well as playing from printed music?
Do you have any experience of special needs such as dyslexia/autism spectrum?
Are you a member of a professional association eg Incorporated Society of Musicians, European Piano Teachers' Association, Musician's Union?
Do you hold a valid DBS certificate? (Disclosure and Barring Service, UK prevents unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children; other countries may have an equivalent)
Do your pupils take exams? Which examining board do you use?
Are you a music performance examiner?
What do you charge?
What are your terms for payment/policies for absences/cancellation notice required?
Do you teach at home, at school, or would you come to my home?
Piano teachers - what sort of piano do you teach on? It is an advantage if the teacher uses a good quality instrument.
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