Welcome to the eNovativePiano Blog!
Welcome to the eNovativePiano Blog! If you are are already teaching or learning with eNovativePiano's multimedia resources and lessons, we hope to inspire you with new ways to use our materials. If you are unfamiliar with eNP, we hope that you will enjoy learning about the benefits of an online curriculum. We'll be posting on a variety of topics about teaching and learning and will [...]
La Bamba: A Group Piano Lesson to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage
Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15. During this time we celebrate the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Did you know that you can create robust, relevent, and culturally responsive lessons using eNovativePiano materials? We have ensembles, lead sheets, repertoire, and more. By [...]
eNovativePiano Showcase at NCKP Conference – Lombard, IL
Showcase: Experience the eNovativePiano Difference! Print Conference Handout Thursday, July 27, 2023 4:00 PM - 4:50 PM (Grand Ballroom IJ) Westin Chicago Lombard Hotel Recipient of the 2021 MTNA-Frances Clark Keyboard Pedagogy Award, eNovativePiano’s multimedia curriculum and popular features have enhanced group and private piano teaching since 2009. Experience for yourself the power of multimedia lessons and learn how to build a custom curriculum [...]
eNovativePiano will be exhibiting at the MTNA Reno Conference.
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Celebrate Mardi Gras with a Keyboard Ensemble
Laissez les bons temps rouler! Here in Louisiana and all along the Gulf Coast folks are celebrating Mardi Gras (Feb 21, 2023) with family and friends, food and drink, parades, beads, and of course, music! Keyboard Ensemble: Joe Avery's Blues - The Second Line This iconic Mardi Gras tune can be heard everywhere during the season. Our keyboard ensemble is modeled after a typical [...]
Tip of the Month: View Student Progress Right from Your Dashboard!
Did you know you and your students can view lesson progress from eNovativePiano’s Dashboard using the Checklist feature? Teacher's View of Class Progress Student’s View of Lesson Progress Learn how to create and use Checklists: https://youtu.be/eUNb66hCT9g
eNovativePiano Celebrates Black History Month with New Resources
As you plan your spring lessons, remember that Black History Month is quickly approaching. In the group piano classroom, there are many opportunities to honor and celebrate the contributions of the African Diaspora that shape our musical culture. Celebrating Black history means arranging your activities to showcase the contributions of Black musicians. Of course, this doesn't need to be confined to a single month! [...]
eNovativePiano Creator, Chan Kiat Lim, Receives 2023 MTNA American Music Teacher Article of the Year Award
Congratulations to eNovativePiano Co-Creator, Chan Kiat Lim, on receiving the 2023 MTNA Article of the Year Award. Read the Story
New Keyboard Ensemble for Christmas – Carol of the Bells
Happy Holidays! Here's a new keyboard ensemble (3-5 Players) for Christmas - the beloved Ukrainian "Carol of the Bells." If you aren't already a subscriber to eNovativePiano and would like to purchase a copy of the score, send a message to info@enovativepiano.com. https://youtu.be/Cs11jlShru0
Ensemble Playing: Fostering Meaningful Music Making in Individual and Group Lessons
Are you looking for ensembles for your summer group lessons or piano camps? eNovativePiano can provide duets, multi-piano, and accompanying ensembles at a variety of levels. Ensembles are fun for students and can help solidify important skills they are already learning in their lessons. In addition, ensembles encourage cooperative social interaction and help hone sophisticated musicianship skills. Since our piano students may not be [...]
Meet the eNovators
50+ Years of Collective Teaching Experience
Susanna Garcia
Susanna Garcia has been teaching piano for over 40 years to students of every age and level. She has been an independent music teacher as well as a college professor and has taught in both the group and private lesson formats. Continue reading about Susanna Garcia…
Chan Kiat Lim
Chan Kiat Lim is active both as a private and group instructor. Grounded in the curriculum of the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM), London and eventually receiving his conservatory training in the USA, Lim’s particular expertise and teaching approach is the fusion of these diverse musical worlds. Continue reading about Chan Kiat Lim…