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Are You Getting Back into Music Practice? (or do you have a student who is?)

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Next week is back-to-teaching for me after a crazy, hectic summer. I’m really looking forward to seeing all of my kiddos again! But I have to admit, even though I love my little virtuosos, it isn’t the easiest thing to get them back into the routine of practice. So, I created a coloring chart for my students that will hopefully help them get from summer break back into music. I uploaded the files on WAJN’s website. You can access here:http://www.withajoyfulnoise.com/free-teaching-resources.html


I just sent out my WAJN newsletter, and some have some music-related questions.

Are you…
     – a musician (What instrument[s]?)

     – music listener (who’s your favorite artist?)

     – music teacher (What do you teach? When did you resume lessons after summer break?)

     – parent of a musician (What do they play?)

Me? I’m most of the above. Piano is my primary instrument, though I also love the violin and have piddled some with bass guitar and mandolin. I love listening to music! My current favorite artists are The Ball Brothers (for singing) and… a plethora of pianists and other instrumentalists. Actually, you can see my playlist on Spotify. And, added to all of that, my passion is teaching music (piano and violin).


What are some music questions that you’ve had that you’ve been trying to find someone to ask? If there was one website that could be your go-to source, what all would it contain?

My Jesus, I Love Thee | Music Video

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I love it when my students request a special arrangement. And I love it even more when they request it because they’ve been asked to play at an event! One of my violin students was asked to play violin at her church’s Valentines’ Banquet! I very happily provided her this arrangement.

Note: Video is recorded by me

Available on WAJN

Video Lesson Openings!

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Bear with me for a moment while I get all business-like on you… but, as many of you know, music is one of my passions. Coupled with my passion for music, is my passion for teaching. And, because of the wonders of the great online, I have begun expanding my video lesson studio!

I highly endorse local teachers. Having someone in-studio with you, teaching you, and helping you learn your instrument is the best option. But sometimes, that best option just isn’t there, and you can’t find a local teacher. In that case, the age of internet is a huge blessing! Now, all you need is a good internet connection, and you can connect with a teacher miles away (in completely different time zones altogether!). For several years now, I have offered video lessons on request. This year, however, I am opening up new lesson slots on Thursdays (CST) for live piano and violin video lessons. If you’ve not been able to find a local teacher, I would love to assist you in learning your instrument! Video lessons are not for everyone, though, so I will offer a free first lesson/consultation.
Prices
30-minute lesson $15/week
45-minute lesson $22/week
60-minute lesson $27/week
Violin
I am a classically-trained violinist (Suzuki level 6) who has experimented with fiddling and ear-playing.
Piano
I have been trained in classical and ear playing. While I offer traditional keyboard instruction, I specialize in hymn improvisation and arranging.
Contact
I understand that lessons are a commitment, and I am willing to discuss expectations and desires with you before you begin.
Sample
I have recorded many of my arrangements and have uploaded them to my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiY76Zt8MuO3IwNyY98AfGQ).
Amanda Tero

withajoyfulnoise@gmail.com

Christmas CD Now Ready!

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Hopping in briefly this evening because I just made the first order of “Christmas is a Gift” CDs!! That means they’ll be ready for me to ship to you toward the end of November!

If you’d like a copy, you may sign up here.

CDs are $12 each plus $3 shipping and handling (USA only–don’t worry, it will be available on digital platforms internationally in a few weeks).
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 The title song was composed by my sister, Elizabeth. The entire piece is up on YouTube, complete with lyrics:

O Come, All Ye Faithful

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Several years ago, I recorded my first piano album, “The Solid Rock.” At the time, I thought it very well might be the only piano album I would be able to record (God’s plans surely aren’t ours, and I’m happy about that!). Because this was a once-in-a-lifetime event (or so I thought), it was a combination of all of my arrangements at the time: year 2012. That being said, one of the arrangements featured on this CD is none other than “O Come, All Ye Faithful.” Since it is nearing Christmastime, it needs a little revisit from me, as well as a delightful little sharing with you all via YouTube.
For the first time since 2012, the sheet music is now available for purchase! I am planning on working toward publishing the entire collection in sheet music form, but for now, you’ll have to be satisfied with just this one.
If you’d like to add it to your music library, MP3 singles are for sale here (or look them up on your favorite digital music server like Apple Music, iTunes, or Amazon).