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SUMMARY:Presentation: Pride in Practice [RESCHEDULED]
DESCRIPTION:Pride in Practice: Fostering LGBTQ+ Inclusivity in the Music Studio\nRESCHEDULED FROM 11/20/25 \nPresenter: Barbie Wong \nEmbracing diversity within music education not only enriches the learning journey but also fosters a culture of empathy\, understanding\, and mutual respect among students. Because music has a profound ability to transform lives\, we will explore how to create a music studio environment that honors and validates the LGBTQ+ identities of every student. Led by Barbie Wong\, a dedicated LGBTQ+ advocate and parent to a transgender child\, this session has a treasure trove of best practices tailored specifically for music teachers. Dive deep into actionable strategies aimed at cultivating gender-inclusive studio spaces where every student feels seen\, heard\, and valued. \nYou will learn the intricate realm of language sensitivity\, including the art of pronoun usage\, and discover effective methods for integrating compositions by LGBTQ+ musicians into your teaching repertoire. In addition to addressing the importance of LGBTQ+ inclusivity\, we will highlight the practical benefits for teachers and students alike. Improved student engagement\, enhanced learning outcomes\, and the promotion of empathy and understanding will be discussed as key outcomes of embracing diversity within the music studio. Armed with tangible examples and practical insights\, you’ll not only be empowered to foster an inclusive music studio but also to uplift and affirm every student’s unique identity. \nThis presentation will be online. \nRSVP hereJoin with Google Meet: meet.google.com/opc-ihrw-zqw \nBarbie Wong\, a passionate music educator and speaker\, has worked with thousands of parents and teachers worldwide to ignite children’s love for music. She has music degrees from Stanford University and Smith College. \nContact:  Ceren Su Sahin (cerensu@umich.edu)
URL:https://www.a2pianoteachers.com/event/pride-in-practice/
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CATEGORIES:Teacher Events
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SUMMARY:Dalcroze Workshop with Clinton Pratt
DESCRIPTION:For piano students & teachers\, ages 8 to 108 \n\n\n \nEVENT FEATURES\n\n\n\n\n\nDalcroze workshop: Music Moves Us… Literally! \n\n\nGroup activities for piano students & teachers\nBased on Dalcroze Eurhythmics\, “an experiential way of knowing music through the body”\n\nInteractive Teaching Demonstration\n\n\n\nFeaturing 3-5 student performers with audience interactions\n“In progress” work is welcome! Piece does NOT need to be “performance ready” or memorized\nActive participation from student observers & teachers is expected\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Clinton Pratt\n\n\nPiano teacher & owner of Piano Sensei\, a multi-teacher studio in Cincinnati\, OH\nCertified teacher\, American Eurhythmics Society\nMember\, College of Examiner of the Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM)\n2023 & 2016 Teacher of the Year\, Ohio Music Teachers Association\, Southwest District\nFrequently featured presenter at local & national events\, including the Piano Conference (NCKP) & the MTNA National Conference\n\n\n \nPARTICIPANTS INFO\n\n\nTeacher attendees RSVP here\nStudents sign up here\nBeginner through advanced levels welcome (minimum 6 months of formal study)\n3-5 students may perform solo pieces for the interactive teaching demo\nMax 18-20 participants total\nAttendance for the whole 2-hour session is required for all\nParents/guardians are welcome to stay and observe\n\n\n\nSUGGESTED DONATION\n\n\n$10 per participant (student or teacher)\n$20 for non-MTNA member teachers & students of non-members\n\nDownload Flyer here
URL:https://www.a2pianoteachers.com/event/dalcroze-workshop-clinton-pratt/
LOCATION:Faber Piano Institute
CATEGORIES:Teacher Events
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SUMMARY:Presentation:  Clinton Pratt "Practice Makes Perfect?"
DESCRIPTION:Ann Arbor Area Piano Teachers Guild is pleased to present Clinton Pratt from Cincinnati\, Ohio. \nRSVP here \nJoin with Google Meet: meet.google.com/ggs-yihj-hrb \n\nTeachers know that practicing is important. That’s how we improve! However\, we often neglect to ensure our students are actually practicing effectively and efficiently. We might tell them what to do and write it down\, but are they actually doing it at home? \nEven though teachers may know some good practice techniques\, they don’t always convey it in the right way to students\, making sure they actually understand what to do. \nI believe the main priority of lessons is to teach students how to practice. If they don’t know how to practice\, what’s the point? They will continue to come week after week with not much progress\, or worse: they are playing it wrong! \n  \nThis session will show teachers exactly how to ensure students are practicing efficiently and effectively on their own. In addition\, we will discuss what efficient and effective practice is. I will demonstrate step-by-step\, several practice techniques\, showing exactly how to help students develop excellent practice habits. \n  \nExamples include “1 plus 1”\, “3 in a row”\, practicing in bursts\, how to decide on sections to practice\, finding hand positions and fingering groupings\, and more. I will show how to practice tricky rhythms\, steady pulse\, balance\, voicing\, phrasing\, and difficult technical issues. \n  \nVideo clips from actual lessons will help give real world examples of these techniques in action\, and volunteers from the audience will come to the piano for live demonstrations! \n\nContact:  Ceren Su Sahin (cerensu@umich.edu)
URL:https://www.a2pianoteachers.com/event/presentation-clinton-pratt-practice-makes-perfect/
LOCATION:Faber Piano Institute
CATEGORIES:Teacher Events
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SUMMARY:Student Recitals:  Asian Composers
DESCRIPTION:BASIC INFO\n\n\nSun Apr 19\, 2026\nRecital start times at 2pm & 3:30pm\nFaber Institute (3042 Creek Dr\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48108)\n$20 per student / performance\n($40 for students of non-AAAPTG member)\nRegistration deadline on Mon\, Apr 6\, 2026 at 11:59pm\nDonation raffle available in lobby\n\n\nPERFORMERS’ EXPECTATIONS\n\n\nRepertoire choice should feature music by Asian composers\nMemorization is highly recommended\nOpen to all levels & genres\nSolos & ensembles are welcome\nStudents should be performance-ready\n(i.e. the music should “flow” reasonably well from start to end)\nEach may perform up to 2 pieces within these time limits:\n3 min (beginners)\, 5 min (intermediate)\, or 7 min (advanced)\nTwo pianos are available for use\nArrive 15 minutes early for sound check\n\n\nQuestions?\nContact Recital Directors Lea Su at szzfairy@gmail.com\n& Noi Otomasu at noiotomasu@gmail.com\n 
URL:https://www.a2pianoteachers.com/event/student-recitals-asian-composers/
LOCATION:Faber Piano Institute
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