Autism & Piano Study
A Basic Teaching Vocabulary
by Dr. Scott Price
The Definitive Text for Teaching
Piano Students on the Spectrum
TGM00040
“This book is a gem for piano teachers diving into the world of autism and piano study. Dr. Scott Price skillfully blends practical advice with heartwarming anecdotes, providing a valuable resource for piano teachers like myself. It highlights the transformative potential of piano study, offering strategies to create inclusive and enriching lessons tailored to students with autism. Its clear organization makes it a breeze to follow, allowing me to seamlessly integrate the insights into my teaching approach. What I find particularly valuable is that each chapter not only imparts essential knowledge but also concludes with a helpful summary and reflective activities. These features enhance my understanding and provide practical tools to adapt my teaching methods. It is a well-structured guide that not only informs but actively involves teachers in the learning process, making it an indispensable resource for educators navigating the intersection of autism and piano education. I highly recommend this book to fellow piano teachers, as it not only deepens our understanding but also inspires us to harness the therapeutic benefits of music to create meaningful experiences for our students.” N.B., Camarillo, CA
An in-depth discussion of the practice of teaching, day-to-day struggles in communication and exchange of knowledge, and the quest for equity and inclusion. The book covers adaptive teaching and how to learn to change traditional approaches to meet the needs of students. This scholarly edition defines the practice of piano teaching at its fundamental levels, codifying those definitions, and creating and navigating an instructional process that meets the needs of students with autism.
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A Basic Teaching Vocabulary
The Definitive Text for Teaching
Piano Students on the Spectrum
“This book is a gem for piano teachers diving into the world of autism and piano study. Dr. Scott Price skillfully blends practical advice with heartwarming anecdotes, providing a valuable resource for piano teachers like myself. It highlights the transformative potential of piano study, offering strategies to create inclusive and enriching lessons tailored to students with autism. Its clear organization makes it a breeze to follow, allowing me to seamlessly integrate the insights into my teaching approach. What I find particularly valuable is that each chapter not only imparts essential knowledge but also concludes with a helpful summary and reflective activities. These features enhance my understanding and provide practical tools to adapt my teaching methods. It is a well-structured guide that not only informs but actively involves teachers in the learning process, making it an indispensable resource for educators navigating the intersection of autism and piano education. I highly recommend this book to fellow piano teachers, as it not only deepens our understanding but also inspires us to harness the therapeutic benefits of music to create meaningful experiences for our students.” N.B., Camarillo, CA
An in-depth discussion of the practice of teaching, day-to-day struggles in communication and exchange of knowledge, and the quest for equity and inclusion. The book covers adaptive teaching and how to learn to change traditional approaches to meet the needs of students. This scholarly edition defines the practice of piano teaching at its fundamental levels, codifying those definitions, and creating and navigating an instructional process that meets the needs of students with autism.
Preface
Chapter 1:
The Door in the Wall
Chapter 2:
Autism
Chapter 3:
Four Tenets of Teaching
Chapter 4:
Person-First and Identity-First Language
Chapter 5:
Studio Environment
Chapter 6:
Studio Communication
Chapter 7:
Routines
Chapter 8: Teaching Finger Numbers/
Right and Left Hands
Chapter 9:
Music Counting
Chapter 10:
The Music Score
Chapter 11:
Repertoire
Chapter 12:
Technique and Artistry
Chapter 13:
Recitals and Adjudicated Events
Chapter 14:
Student Communication
Chapter 15:
Epilogue
Bibliography
Index
Additional information
| Weight | 13.9 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 9 × .3 × 12 in |
| Pages | 120 |
| Item | TMG00040 |
| ISBN 13 | 9781792399817 |
| UPC | 196852531592 |
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Nicole B. (verified owner) –
This book is a gem for piano teachers diving into the world of autism and piano study. Dr. Scott Price skillfully blends practical advice with heartwarming anecdotes, providing a valuable resource for piano teachers like myself. It highlights the transformative potential of piano study, offering strategies to create inclusive and enriching lessons tailored to students with autism. Its clear organization makes it a breeze to follow, allowing me to seamlessly integrate the insights into my teaching approach. What I find particularly valuable is that each chapter not only imparts essential knowledge but also concludes with a helpful summary and reflective activities. These features enhance my understanding and provide practical tools to adapt my teaching methods. It is a well-structured guide that not only informs but actively involves teachers in the learning process, making it an indispensable resource for educators navigating the intersection of autism and piano education. I highly recommend this book to fellow piano teachers, as it not only deepens our understanding but also inspires us to harness the therapeutic benefits of music to create meaningful experiences for our students.
–Nicole B. Ventura, Ca.
Linda W. (verified owner) –
After reading Autism & Piano Study, I made a breakthrough with a
high school age boy, J. I now accept his brain is wired different.
His exuberance, ability to sing & dance cheers me up!
—Linda W.