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Beyond the Curved Finger: Rethinking Piano Technique for Neurodivergent Students
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The journey of teaching piano technique to students with disabilities presents unique challenges that require creativity, patience, and a willingness to adapt. Traditional approaches—filled with flowery language about rainbows and waterfalls—simply don't connect with neurodivergent students who think concretely and pragmatically.
Teaching piano technique to students with disabilities requires adaptability, patience, and a willingness to break from traditional approaches while maintaining pedagogical integrity. Success comes through adapting our approach, not by lowering expectations! Learn more in this first episode on teaching technique.
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Chapters
1. Introduction and Welcome (00:00:00)
2. Challenges of Teaching Technique to Students with Disabilities (00:03:19)
3. Physical Elements and Common Hand Positions (00:09:53)
4. Four Approaches to Adapt Your Teaching (00:17:14)
5. Final Thoughts on Teaching Without Limitations (00:26:35)
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