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Academic Year Piano Planner
This is a comprehensive piano planner covering one academic year (52 weeks) for use with children learning to play the piano.
I designed this planner based on experience with my students over the years and how to encourage the best engagement with their piano learning journey.
It is designed to be used by students with a piano teacher but can function as an independent piano practice tracker if students are self taught.
With this brightly coloured piano planner, the student will have everything in one place; no more lost practice sheets, or loose pieces of paper with music theory/ notation reminders forgotten at the bottom of the music bag.
Structure
The practice log sections are divided into three terms (autumn, spring and summer) but include all 52 weeks of the year to allow for those who like to continue practice during the holidays.
Each term begins with a page for setting goals. Involving the student in this step encourages them to take ownership of their goals.
Revisiting these termly goals at the end of each term keeps the student's progress always moving forwards.
Practice Log
Each 7-day week is represented by a double page spread using tables to input practice notes, set exercises and pieces to practice.
The top three rows of the practice log are for the teacher to complete (example pages are included for reference).
The student can log practice on each exercise/ piece for each day of the week, and also write how they feel things have gone, in the reflections box - this can be a useful tool for highlighting any difficulties along the way.
There is a unique motivational statement for each week, to help encourage positive associations with piano practice.
Weekly Detail Edition Piano Planner
This piano planner covers a full year (52 weeks) and is designed for adults learning to play the piano.
Whether taking lessons or self-taught, this planner provides a structured way to track your practice through the year.
Based on years of teaching experience, it helps adult learners track their practice day by day while making notes about their progress.
Structure
At the front there are 4 pages for setting 3-month goals.
Focussing on the short term can help pinpoint specific goals we want to achieve with our practice. This helps maintain practice motivation and allows us to measure progress in a tangible way.
Reviewing the goals at the end of the 3 month period highlights areas of achievement and elements that might need more guidance.
Practice Log
Each 7-day week is represented by a double page spread using tables to input practice notes, set exercises and pieces to practice.
The top three rows of the practice log are for setting the practice work, which can be completed by the teacher, or the adult if self-taught.
Practice can be logged on any or all of the seven days for pieces, scales and arpeggios. Technique and other exercises, e.g. theory or sight reading can be tracked using a tally system.
Weekly Overview Edition Piano Planner
This piano planner covers a full year (52 weeks) and is designed for adults learning to play the piano.
Whether taking lessons or self-taught, this planner provides a structured way to track your practice through the year.
Based on years of teaching experience, it helps adult learners organise their practice and see their development over time.
Structure
At the front there are 4 pages for setting 3-month goals.
Focussing on the short term can help pinpoint specific goals we want to achieve with our practice. This helps maintain practice motivation and allows us to measure progress in a tangible way.
Reviewing the goals at the end of the 3 month period highlights areas of achievement and elements that might need more guidance.
Practice Log
Each week is represented by a double page spread using tables to input practice notes, set exercises and pieces to practise.
There is space to write in the piece titles, sections and practice notes, which can be completed by the teacher, or the adult if self-taught.
Practice can be tracked, using a tally system, against each piece, technique, theory, or sight reading exercise as well as specified scales and arpeggios.
Special Pages
In addition to the practice tracking and goal setting pages, all planners include special pages designed to enhance the learning experience.
End of Year Reflections page - this is a brilliant way to celebrate skills and concepts learned, number of repertoire pieces mastered and achievements earned throughout the year. This gives a real boost to students, seeing how far they have come in just one year.
Recital Preparation (Academic Year Piano Planner only) - a place to record details for a recital, including a table to aid scheduling practice performances, an essential part of performance preparation and a great habit to instil early on.
Scale and Arpeggio trackers - to keep track of which scales and arpeggios have been accomplished
Manuscript pages - there are 4 pages of blank manuscript paper for any composing ideas/ practising writing musical notation. They can also be used for teacher demonstration or teaching activities during lessons.
Repertoire - there are 3 pages at the back with tables to keep track of accomplished pieces, enough for 51 pieces in the year. If you use the 40 Piece Challenge, these pages will be ample.
Theory Pages
There is also a substantial theory section with helpful reminders for students to reference as needed. A selection is shown below.
Choose The Planner That Suits You
Academic Year Piano Planner
For Children
Weekly Detail Edition Piano Planner
For Adults
Weekly Overview Edition Piano Planner
For Adults
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