Author Archive for Beata Eckerman

How to develop good piano practicing habits

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Good learning habits that are experienced in the lesson are more likely to be applied during practice at home. The following points are essential at the beginning stages of piano practicing at home: Accurate note reading Slow tempo Counting allowed Practicing small sections Repeating difficult sections Keeping eyes on the page It is also essential…

AMEB Exams

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AMEB Exams The Australian Music Examination board (AMEB) is an independent organisation that examines students against a graded course of their own design. Exams are held twice yearly, towards the middle and the end of each year. The exact date (inconveniently) is only given 3 weeks before the exam. A complete beginner will generally take…