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Auld Lang Syne: Lessonface Teachers Share Their Talents

Kati Falk-Flores By Kati Falk-Flores on Thu, 12/30/2021 - 1:04pm EST
Auld Lang Syne played by Lessonface teachers

We all know the song Auld Lang Syne, but do you know what it means? Auld Lang Syne roughly translates from Lowland Scottish to ‘old times since’, or in other words, the good old days. This is fitting, because Lowland Scottish, a completely different language from Scottish Gaelic, has been obsolete since the 18th-century, other than being preserved in this classic song.

How to Make Your Audition POP: 10 Best Pop Songs for Auditions

Sonnie Sitz By Sonnie Sitz on Tue, 12/28/2021 - 9:14am EST
Drawing of two singers with the caption "POP" in bright red letters.
Sonnie is a professional musician and educator who teaches Singing, Classical Voice, Pop Voice, and more. She is available for online lessons on her Lessonface profile.

Best Practice Technique for Music Students

Victoria Witmer By Victoria Witmer on Tue, 12/21/2021 - 8:44am EST
Microphone and sheet music on a table.
Victoria Witmer is a professional musician who teaches Violin and Viola lessons online. Find out more on her Lessonface profile.

Recording yourself playing is the number one practice technique I recommend to all my students.

2021 Year in Review

Claire Cunningham By Claire Cunningham on Fri, 12/17/2021 - 11:53am EST

Looking back on 2021 at Lessonface, we are humbled by the time and energy that was spent in lessons and classes that we had the privilege to facilitate, and honored by the music, arts, and language making that resulted.

Lessonface 2021 Teacher of the Year Erika Andres Talks About Her Musical Journey

Olivia Pasquarelli By Olivia Pasquarelli on Thu, 12/16/2021 - 2:54pm EST

Every year, we honor our teachers with our Teacher of the Year celebration, which highlights the top teacher for every category on Lessonface. There is one overall teacher of the year, which is calculated with a combination of lessons booked, responsiveness, communication, and involvement with the Lessonface learning community. 

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Nurturing Your Child's Motivation for Music Lessons

Esther Howard By Esther Howard on Tue, 12/14/2021 - 2:23pm EST
Child frustrated with practicing the violin.
Esther Howard is a professional musician who teaches Violin lessons online. Find out more on her Lessonface profile.

Help!  My Kid Wants to Quit!

Developing Joy in Music Lessons for Children

Dr. Elizabeth Turner By Dr. Elizabeth Turner on Tue, 12/07/2021 - 3:25pm EST
Child enjoying learning to play piano.
Elizabeth Turner is a professional musician who teaches Piano and Singing lessons online. Find out more on her Lessonface profile.

End of the Year Recital Week on Lessonface

Kati Falk-Flores By Kati Falk-Flores on Mon, 12/06/2021 - 1:36pm EST

Congratulations to all our participants in Recital Week! We’re so proud of each and every one of the 114 performers who chose to participate in our End of the Year Recitals, November 30th through December 2nd.

Helping students reach their goals is foundational for us as part of our mission, and getting to see the progress of these students is truly a joy.

Harmonica Lessons: Top 5 FAQs

Federico Linari By Federico Linari on Tue, 11/30/2021 - 1:29pm EST
Two different types of harmonicas.
Federico Linari is a professional musician who teaches Harmonica lessons online. Find out more on his Lessonface profile.

Teaching Music to Children with ADHD

magesh magesh By magesh magesh on Tue, 11/23/2021 - 4:13pm EST
Boy enjoying playing piano.
Magesh is a professional musician and educator who teaches Drum lessons and Piano lessons online. Find out more on his Lessonface profile.

In my 23-year career as an instrumental music teacher, I have taught many students with Autism, Asperger's, and ADHD.

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