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Yankee Doodle Comes to LPM Class!
Learn the history of “Yankee Doodle” and explore fun, skill-building variations. A timeless folk tune that teaches melody, chords, and creativity!

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Feb 20, 20252 min read


Improvisation Using Chords
Explore block, broken, and marching chords to elevate your music! Learn to improvise and create your own unique sound with Let's Play Music!

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Feb 20, 20254 min read


Keyboard Geography Games
Learn piano keys with fun Alphabet Pieces games! Cut, stick, and play to master the white keys in Lesson 5 of Yellow Arrows.

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Feb 18, 20252 min read


Autoharp Practice at Home
Learn how to practice autoharp skills at home with the Let's Play Music app, book exercises, or even a fun DIY project! 🎶🎸

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Feb 14, 20252 min read


Solfège: Part III - Learning the Why of the Hand Signs
Learn fun tips for mastering solfege hand shapes with playful mnemonics that help your child connect music with movement!

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Feb 12, 20252 min read


Subdividing Beats: Jungle Rhythm
Help your child master subdividing beats with fun activities like Jungle Rhythm and rhythm games! Build steady beats and sync with music 🎶

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Feb 5, 20253 min read


Play "Let It Go" from Frozen
Explore a fun, simple version of 'Let It Go' with your 2nd or 3rd-year student! Practice chords, improvisation, and favorite melodies. 🎶

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Feb 3, 20252 min read


Crafting Alphabet Gems
Have you cut out your Alphabet Pieces yet? Don’t miss out on this fun learning activity! Let’s make them cute together!

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Feb 1, 20252 min read


Beethoven Flash Mob
Explore Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 with our students and enjoy a surprise flash mob performance! A fresh take on classical music!

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Jan 31, 20251 min read


Practice Tip: Adjusting Your Expectations
Frustrated with piano practice? Try adjusting expectations to make progress smoother for both you and your child.

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Jan 27, 20254 min read


Monsters: A Dramatic Puppet Show with Prokofiev
In our third year of classical music, Prokofiev's Dance of the Knights from Romeo and Juliet brings DOUBLE FUN

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Jan 27, 20253 min read


Note Naming and Staff Reading: Smartie Staff and Quiet Keyboard
Use this free printable music staff and keyboard as a fun way to practice note reading at home... Use Smarties candies!

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Jan 23, 20251 min read


Identifying Minor and Major Sounds is a Key Skill
Explore major and minor sounds with your child using the "I've Been to Harlem" song and fun activities!

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Jan 10, 20252 min read


Orange Roots and Bamboo Shoots
The final semester of Let's Play Music, Orange Roots, celebrates all the hard work that’s led to this point.

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Jan 8, 20254 min read


How to Talk to Your Child About Practice
Want your child to love practicing music? Check out this post for tipsand strategies to make practice fun, meaningful, and successful!

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Jan 6, 20256 min read


Learn to Play "Cockles and Mussels"
3rd-year students are learning Cockles and Mussels. Join us in celebrating this classic tune and its rich musical heritage!

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Jan 2, 20253 min read


How to Make the Most of Your Student Magnet Board
Make music theory fun and interactive with the Magnetic Student Staff Board! Learn, play, and explore note-reading in a whole new way. 🎶

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Dec 30, 20242 min read


Why We Use Rhythm Syllables
Learn how Blue Bugs teach rhythm naturally, like a language, making music fun and easy before moving to traditional counting.

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Dec 19, 20244 min read


May There Always Be Me
Music opens hearts and minds, providing comfort and connection. A story of hope as a grieving mother found solace for her young son.

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Dec 18, 20243 min read


Variations on Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star
Explore theme and variation in music with 'Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star.' Learn how to create your own variations and have fun with it!

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Dec 17, 20243 min read
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