For Piano Teachers
Edmund Dawe is highly respected as a pianist, teacher, adjudicator and lecturer. An engaging speaker, Edmund has given numerous presentations at local, provincial, national and international conferences including the Canadian Federation of Music Teachers’ Association National Conference, the World Piano Pedagogy Conference, and the Australian National Piano Pedagogy Conference. Join Edmund in this podcast as he shares his perspectives on piano teaching.
Episodes
16 episodes
Episode 16: Helping Students Become Better Listeners
The renowned pianist and teacher Josef Lhevinne (1874-1944) once said, “Most students hear but they do not listen. The finest students are those who have learned to listen.” In this episode, Edmund presents ideas on how to help students ...
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30:17
Episode 15: Student Motivation
Motivation is essential for our students’ progress. In this episode, Edmund discusses ways to nurture and build the most valuable type of student motivation – motivation from within - to help students of all ages find personal fulfillment...
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36:11
Episode 14: The World of the Adult Student
Adult students take lessons for a variety of reasons and have unique strengths and challenges. In this Episode, Edmund summarizes common characteristics of adult students and shares some of his experiences and pedagogical approaches. Rate...
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36:57
Episode 13: Thoughts on Competitions
For generations, annual competitive music festivals have been an important part of the cultural life of communities around the globe. In this Episode, Edmund shares his thoughts about competitions and his experiences as an adjudicator in ...
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35:38
Episode 12: Teaching the Art of Performance
A positive performing experience is exciting and rewarding for a student and the teacher. Achieving comfort and artistic freedom in performance requires a disciplined and comprehensive approach when selecting and preparing the music. Edmu...
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32:28
Episode 11: An Adolescent's Soundtrack
For many students, the adolescent years are challenging. In this Episode, Edmund provides insights into how teachers can have a positive and lasting impact on the lives of adolescent students in their journey to adulthood. Rate/Revi...
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38:45
Episode 10: The Stress of Performances
Many of the world's greatest performers have been seriously impacted by performance stress, and this is also a common challenge faced by teachers and students alike. Edmund discusses how stress affects us and offers practical teachi...
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31:16
Episode 9: Dialogue with Parents
In this Episode, Edmund discusses the teacher-parent relationship and the importance of ongoing dialogue. Preparing a concise written teaching philosophy statement can help establish a solid foundation for the relationship, outline the ma...
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26:53
Episode 8: Music Examinations - Five Important Players
In this Episode, Edmund offers insightful ideas on the roles of 5 important players in the music examination process: the teacher, student, parent, examining institution, and examiner. Rate/Review this podcast/episode at:
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Episode 7: Student Progress in the "Do-It-Yourself" Days
Edmund shares ideas about engaging students in their lessons and providing the necessary tools to make the days between lessons productive. Rate/Review this podcast/episode at: https:...
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27:47
Episode 6: Memory Work
Memorization is an important skill that can be developed through a comprehensive approach. Edmund offers interesting perspectives on memory and specific ways to apply these in our daily teaching. Rate/Review this podcast/episode at:
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30:42
Episode 5: A Beginner's Foundation
Today’s piano teachers have more resources available to them than ever before. Edmund addresses the topic of choosing a beginner’s method. He offers insightful ideas and criteria to consider when assessing a piano method for those critical foun...
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31:27
Episode 4: A Piano Teacher's Passport
In Episode 4, Edmund offers an engaging perspective on a frequently asked question: What qualifications are necessary to join the piano teaching profession and build a successful studio? Rate/Review this podcast/episode at:
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35:47
Episode 3: Music Detectives
This Episode is about helping our students engage more fully and become good music detectives. Students of all ages can benefit from studying the composer’s instructions and applying what they discover to their daily practice. Investigating the...
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