The Successful Piano Recital

Hard to believe I am a retired piano teacher now! When Covid struck our little town and schools closed, well it seemed that my 25 years of teaching piano was coming to a close. Since then, I've had lots of time to read so many great books and fantastic articles.

In 1931, yes before you were born, Louise Christine Rebe wrote an article, "The Practical and Profitable Recital." She begins with, 3 Reasons for Giving a Recital.

1. To advertise the work of the teacher. 

2. To give the pupils an opportunity for public appearance. 

3. A fine stimulus to the pupils' work. 

Yes so true in advertising and I also found over the years that word of mouth was the best referrals! Oh, I so agree and almost all of my students loved performing in front of others. I never made my students perform and I recall over the years that only one girl had a serious melt down. Mostly everyone had a wonderful time and I called it a "Family Gathering." Indeed, the audience will be greatly entertained!

Louise Christine Rebe goes on to mention the planning and preparation of the recital:

1. Selection of Material. 

2. Preparation. 

3. Within the Pupil's Scope. 

4. The Hitching Post Plan.

5. Stage Etiquette

I always give my approval for students to play a piece that best suits their personality! Hard work and preparation with both student and teacher. Usually takes a few months to work on recital songs over and over. When the student feels confident with his or her songs and I feel he/she is well prepared, then I give them a green light to perform with my blessing.

I've had so many rich memories of hosting recitals and seeing my students perform well, so successfully and very pleased with themselves!!

-- LadyD

 "The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you." B.B.King

Called To Significance

Called To Significance

 Exodus 3-4

People often allow their lives to be marginalized and diminished when in reality our God, who is the God of the second chance, longs to give you a life of real significance and true impact.

End of the Year Recital

As I reflect on another school year ending and having a very successful piano recital performance from all my students... I firmly believe music educators change lives one lesson at a time.

Living a Life of Significance


So, I continually ask myself this question... What am I doing with the gifts God has given me? I know that it is very rewarding for me to teach young ones how to play the piano and improvise. I also love leading worship at the ladies morning Bible study. How about you? Here's some encouragement coming your way.

• Remember that the living God is always WITH you and is always FOR you. Acts 4:13 and 1 Corinthians 1:26-29
• Remember that the living God has given you a powerful MESSAGE. Mark 13:11

There is so much more meaning and purpose beyond this life!

• Remember that making an impact is accomplished by God's power not human power. 2 Corinthians 12:9
• Remember that the living God will always equip those whom He has called. John 14:26

In conclusion, you may be in the process of discovering your Spirit-given spiritual gifts. I sincerely hope you will look for opportunities to use them! My students were willing to perform several of their favorite songs (from pop music to movie themes) and the elderly at the assisted living facility in our hometown were deeply touched!!

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Blessings,

 LadyD

 "The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you." B.B.King