Tag: practicing tips

How to Make Piano Practice Fun (10 Simple Ideas)

Piano practice doesn’t have to feel like a daily battle. If you’ve been wondering how to make piano practice fun for your child, you’re not alone. Many parents struggle with motivation, resistance, and boredom at the piano. The good news? A few simple shifts can turn practice time into something engaging, focused, and even enjoyable.

Repetition is necessary for progress. But repetition without variety can feel dull. If your child is dragging their feet at the piano, try one of these practical, parent-friendly ideas to make practice feel fresh again.

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7-Day Piano Practice Reset (Free Printable for Kids!)

The weeks after the holidays can feel…weird for piano practice.

Between family visits, travel, late nights, sugar overload, and totally broken routines, even kids who love piano can come back to their instrument feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. Suddenly the piano bench feels a little harder to sit on — and motivation seems to have vanished.

That’s exactly why I created this 7-Day Piano Practice Reset — a simple, encouraging way to help kids fall back in love with practicing again. Continue reading “7-Day Piano Practice Reset (Free Printable for Kids!)”

How Soon Is Too Soon to Start Piano Lessons? Meet Eric, Age 5

At Busy Kids Do Piano, one of the most common questions I hear from parents is, “How soon is too soon to start piano lessons?”

Meet Eric — our October Student of the Month — who is proof that it’s never too early to begin learning music. At just five years old, Eric’s story shows how a thoughtful program, a supportive family, and consistent practice can help even the youngest musicians thrive. Continue reading “How Soon Is Too Soon to Start Piano Lessons? Meet Eric, Age 5”

Meet Our August Students of the Month: Chloe & Savannah

At Busy Kids Do Piano, I often hear the question: “Is your program just for little kids?” The answer is a resounding no! While many families join us when their children are just beginning their musical journey, Busy Kids Do Piano continues to support students as they grow—musically and developmentally. In fact, some of our most committed and accomplished pianists are now in their teens!

That’s why I’m so excited to introduce you to our August Students of the Month: Chloe and Savannah. Both girls are 14 years old and have been learning with Busy Kids Do Piano for over five years. Their stories offer a wonderful glimpse into what consistent piano study can look like for older students. Continue reading “Meet Our August Students of the Month: Chloe & Savannah”

Your Summer Piano Practice Challenge Packet

 

When my kids were younger, we’d head straight to the library at the start of every summer to sign up for the summer reading challenge. They’d each get a colorful chart, a list of recommended books, and (let’s be honest) they were very motivated by the promise of a free book, stickers, and prizes upon completion.

It was such a great way to keep their reading skills strong through the long summer break.

That got me thinking — what if we had something just as fun and encouraging for piano practice? Continue reading “Your Summer Piano Practice Challenge Packet”

7 Secrets to Take the Struggle Out of Piano Practice

 

If you’re anything like me, you know that getting kids to practice piano consistently can sometimes feel like a real challenge. As a piano teacher and parent, I’ve picked up a few tricks over the years — and today, I’m sharing seven easy and effective piano practice strategies to help make piano practice a smoother, more positive experience for your family. Continue reading “7 Secrets to Take the Struggle Out of Piano Practice”

Piano Practice Motivation

If you have a piano student at home, you probably know that practicing can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. Piano practice motivation comes and goes, and even the most enthusiastic students can hit slumps where they drag their feet to log those practice hours.

As a piano teacher, I see this all the time! And guess what? You’re not alone. I recently sent out a survey to our Busy Kids Do Piano members to find out what challenges they face when it comes to piano practice—and what strategies have worked for their families. Continue reading “Piano Practice Motivation”

Lexi’s Experience with Busy Kids Do Piano: Flexible and Fun

We are featuring an awesome Busy Kids student, Lexi, today! Let me tell you ALL the cool things about Lexi.
She has been playing piano for around 5 years, previously taking lessons at her school. But she’s finding that Busy Kids Do Piano is extra helpful to her progress. Lexi’s mom says, “We love how it is in a video format which allows us to watch and repeat a lesson whenever we want. We like that flexibility to adjust the lessons to our schedules and holiday plans.”
YEP, this is why we’ve developed BKDP – to make music learning a more convenient enrichment to your student’s life.

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Piano Practice Prompt Cards (or…the PICK 3 Piano Practice Game!)

It’s not something exclusive to piano: we all want to be good at something as quickly as possible. Getting in our so-called 10,000 hours is often mundane, and maybe even a bit painful. And let’s be honest, some personalities can tolerate the mundane a bit more than others. For those of us who need extra novelty to keep going with piano practice, I’ve got your back.

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February 2024 Members of the Month

Allow me to introduce you to our February Members of the Month, siblings Izzy (13), Abe (10), and Noah (8). The family has been a part of Busy Kids Do Piano for over 1 year, and the kids attend school at home. BKDP has been made a part of their family learning routine as they access the materials once a week.

When asked what she loves most about Busy Kids Do Piano, mom Megan states, “I love the fact that it is very affordable, and I can use it for all my children. I also love the fact that it grows with my children, and I can do it from home and fit the practices into our day.” Megan, you’re speaking to one of our main goals with the program…that it works for a wide range of ages and abilities and can grow with your students. Continue reading “February 2024 Members of the Month”