What Is Piano Maestro?
Taken from "Piano Maestro, A Parent’s Guide" as published by JoyTunes

Piano Maestro is the ultimate piano practice tool that will have your student quickly playing their favorite classical, pop and rock songs. The app is FREE for your student, provided they are connected to my teacher account. Available on the iPad, you can download Piano Maestro from the App Store. 

What skills does it improve?
  • Note reading
  • Sight reading
  • Rhythm
  • Two-hand coordination 
  • Scales
  • Confidence

What makes it so fun?
  • Upbeat background tracks
  • Stunning graphics
  • Instant rewards and feedback 
  • Satisfaction of playing REAL music

It works with an acoustic piano?
Yes! Your student practices on your real acoustic or digital piano. Piano Maestro listens from the iPad’s built in microphone.  No wires needed.     
 
I’m already paying for lessons and books. What value does this add?
As a teacher, I wish I could be there with your student to encourage them to keep practicing daily. I know it is not always easy and that unforeseen challenges will arise.  Since our time each week is limited, this app will be my eyes and ears during the week and it will keep them practicing longer, improving more quickly.  I will also be able to share highlights and videos so you can see first-hand how your child is progressing!

How will it be used in lessons?
I will use the app as an essential part of each lesson helping your child master a couple of new songs all while having fun! I will also teach them how to use the practice options at home. At the end of the lesson, we will choose Home Challenge assignments within the app that will show up in your account at home.  I receive weekly progress reports that show how your student's practice time is going.

Cumulative Rankings
Updated January 17, 2018

PIANO STUDENTS

Rank 30--Rachel F.
Rank 8--Olivia O.
Rank 6--Taliya C.
Rank 3--Afton B.