Our Latest Blog on Music & Instruments

We asked 2025 Lessonface Teacher of the Year in Bagpipes, Toni Cline, to share insights into her connection to the instrument and her approach to teaching. In this Q&A, Toni reflects on what first drew her to the bagpipes, how she uses the Lessonface platform to support effective online lessons, and the practice habits she believes lead to real progress.

We asked 2025 Lessonface Teacher of the Year in Acting, Stephanie Barton-Farcas, to share insights into her journey as a working actor and educator. In this Q&A, she reflects on what drew her to acting, why understanding the realities of the entertainment industry is essential, and how she structures a focused, professional learning environment for her students.

We spoke with 2025 Lessonface Double Bass Teacher of the Year, David Jerkovic, about his journey as a performer and educator. In this Q&A, David shares what first drew him to the double bass and how he views the instrument as both the rhythmic foundation and an expressive, versatile voice. He discusses the importance of creating a calm, intentional teaching environment, building trust between student and teacher, and approaching challenges as a natural part of growth.

Goal-Setting for 2026: Wisdom From Our 2025 Teachers of the Year

As we kick off 2026, goal-setting naturally comes into focus. Yet across disciplines, our 2025 Teachers of the Year remind us that meaningful goals are not rigid checklists or pressure-filled benchmarks. Instead, they are personal, flexible, and deeply connected to growth, curiosity, and joy in learning. Their voices, shared here in their own words, offer a powerful reframe for how students can approach goals in the year ahead.

Growth Over Perfection