The Piano Parent Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things related to parenting a piano student. From practice tips to piano geography and musical terms, common studio policies to teacher and parent interviews, this is THE best resource to help you and your child make the most of piano lessons. Whether you are a knowledgeable musician or a complete novice, there is definitely something for you here.

Piano Parent Podcast: helping teachers, parents, and students get the most of their piano lessons.
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The Piano Parent Podcast is your one-stop shop for all things related to parenting a piano student. From practice tips to piano geography and musical terms, common studio policies to teacher and parent interviews, this is THE best resource to help you and your child make the most of piano lessons. Whether you are a knowledgeable musician or a complete novice, there is definitely something for you here.
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Recent Episodes

April 20, 2026
PPP380: Ten Life Rules from Robert Schumann
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Episode 380 continues the Piano Parent Podcast tradition of celebrating every "zero" episode with a list of 10 things. This time, Shelly shares 10 Life Rules for Young Musicians from Robert Schumann.</p> <p class="isSelectedEnd">These simple but powerful ideas encourage piano students and parents to keep learning, stay humble, care for their instruments, sing more, work well with others, and focus on musical expression instead of just technical skill.</p> <p>Shelly reflects on how these rules connect to piano lessons, recital preparation, and ensemble playing. The episode ends with Schumann's beautiful reminder that being musical means music lives in your heart and mind—not just in your fingers.</p> <p>Learn more at www.PianoParentPodcast.com/380</p>

April 6, 2026
PPP 379: Learn how this mom helped her son rewrite his internal script, with piano parent, Kristen Pennington
<p class="isSelectedEnd">Even though this is the Piano Parent Podcast, Shelly realizes she hasn't featured nearly enough actual piano parents on the show!</p> <p class="isSelectedEnd">In this episode, Shelly talks with Kristen Pennington, a homeschool mom and parent of one of Shelly's piano students. Kristen shares the challenges and victories of helping her son Barrett learn piano—especially when frustration and negative self-talk begin to creep in.</p> <p class="isSelectedEnd">Together they discuss:</p> <ul data-spread="false"> <li>How to recognize when a child is discouraged</li> <li>Why attitude matters more than perfect performance</li> <li>A simple "good attitude chart" that helped Barrett push through frustration</li> <li>The importance of praising effort instead of perfection</li> <li>How piano lessons build confidence, resilience, and life skills far beyond the keyboard</li> </ul> <p class="isSelectedEnd">If your child has ever said, "I can't do this," this episode will give you encouragement and practical ideas to help them keep going.</p> <p>"Don't cry. Just try."</p> <p>Learn more at www.PianoParentPodcast.com/379</p>

March 23, 2026
PPP 378: Rediscovering the Music of Florence Price, with Dr. Michael Clark
<p>In this episode, Dr. Michael Clark joins me to share the fascinating story of composer Florence Price and the rediscovery of her music. We also talk about supporting young pianists, meaningful practice habits, and why exploring a wider range of composers can enrich your child's musical journey.</p> <p>Learn more at www.PianoParentPodcast.com/378</p>
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