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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

2 reviews for Autism & Piano Study

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

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