What I'm Reading This Week - July 29

Here's this week's round up of links.  Enjoy!

July Blog Roundup | Color in My Piano
Looking for some new blogs to follow?  Joy has a great roundup of suggestions.

You Do Have The Time For Piano Lessons | The Taylor Studio
Thinking about starting music lessons this fall?  Worried about being too busy?  Here's some insight on how easy it is to make time for music lessons.

The First Lesson | Mariel Mohns Music
Here are some great ideas on what to cover in that first lesson.

I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

New Sheet Music Available - Sunset

This piece of music is a simple tune for the words to a poem by Amy Carmichael.  It also includes an easy accompaniment.  Click here to view the music.

If you'd like to order your own copy, please click here and fill out the form.  You will receive the sheet as a pdf file.

Self-Employed? What About Finances?

As soon as people find out that I'm self-employed, I get all sorts of questions.  How do I handle taxes?  What about health insurance?  What sort of expenses are business expenses?

Earlier this year I came across a book that I wished I had had when I first started working independently: The Money Book for Freelancers, Part-Timers, and the Self-Employed by Joseph D'Agnese and Denise Kiernan.  Even having read it this year, I found it extremely helpful, and I highly recommend this book.  You'll find the answers to most of your questions in it.

Click here to read a review by Travis King.
Click here to read a review by Sierra Black.
Click here for the website for the book.

Disclaimer: This recommendation is purely my own based upon what I personally have found helpful. 

What I'm Reading This Week - July 22

Here's this week's round up of links.  Have fun!

Spinners! | Music Study Studio
Looking for a great way to help your students review musical symbols?  Try out these DIY spinners.  This post includes all the downloads you'll need.

Studio Marketing: The Studio Newsletter | Color in My Piano
Joy offers some great insight as to why having a studio newsletter is a great marketing tool for your studio.  She also lists some ideas on what to include in your newsletter.

Why Do You Want Your Child to Take Piano Lessons? | The Taylor Studio
Are you thinking about starting piano lessons for your child?  Kristen writes about some of the things you should consider as you look for a piano teacher.

Have a great weekend!

New Sheet Music Available - Olivia's Song

This piece of music was written for a beginner student of mine. It features basic intervals, C position notes, and repeating patterns. It's perfect to add something new to your beginner's repertoire.

To order, click here.