What’s so special about back to school piano practice? Well, a lot of kids (and adults) are side-tracked by summer fun and activities and are taking a break from practicing the piano.

And after a few weeks or even months of time-out, getting back into a regular practice routine can be a challenge.

So what to do? I’ll focus on tips for kids, but they apply to adults too, at least in modified form…

Focus on Having Fun

The first thing you should focus on is having fun! Sure, a few scales and other practice items are always good to do. But make an effort to find pieces that your young piano student will really enjoy! In fact, you as an older piano student should follow the same principle.
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