As we approach the end of November, I would like to extend warm Thanksgiving wishes to our American listeners. This month, we’ve delved into teaching early advanced students. And today marks a special announcement – the launch of our brand new online course, the Advancing Pianist Course, created by the incredible Janna Williamson. In this episode, we’ll walk through the course modules, covering diverse musical eras from Baroque to 20th-century repertoire, providing insights into interpretation, techniques, and strategies for effective teaching. Whether you’re exploring teaching advanced students for the first time or seeking to enhance your existing approach, this course is a game-changer. Stick around for details on an exclusive Black Friday discount and exciting bonuses. Without further ado, let’s jump into the show!

• Tim highlights TopMusicPro’s new course, “Advancing Pianist Course,” by expert teacher Janna Williamson.
• Introduction Modules: Overview, importance of teacher self-study, early advanced technique, teaching practice.
• Baroque Era: Styles, ornaments, detailed look at Prelude and Fugue in B flat major.
• Classical Era: Stylistic interpretation of Sonatas by Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven.
• Romantic Era: Overview of 19th-century early advanced repertoire, in-depth study of Chopin Nocturne in E flat Major.
• 20th Century Repertoire: What makes an expressive 20th-century performance, overview of early advanced repertoire, examples of pieces with 20th-century idioms.
• Memorization, performance anxiety, practicing for performance, university and conservatory auditions and competitions.
• Sneak peak to the course bonuses.

Links Mentioned

• Teaching Advance Students Self Assessment Handout

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