🎧 Quick Tip: Beaky Rhythms – A Game-Changer for Rhythm Practice

Hey there, lovely teachers! In this Pivot Practice quick tip, Nicola shares one of her absolute favorite rhythm tools: Beaky Rhythms 🐥—a fun, simple step that can seriously transform how your students internalize rhythm.

Discover how this playful approach (using second fingers and repeated notes) bridges the gap between clapping and playing—and why it might be the missing link for your rhythm-struggling students. Plus, get ideas for rhythm-first routines that show students what really matters.

Perfect for piano teachers looking to level up rhythm work—without overcomplicating it!

Hey lovely teachers! Nicola here, and today on Vivid Practice, we’re diving into the often-overlooked power of audio tracks in music practice. We all know listening is key to great musicianship—but let’s be honest, getting students (and parents) to actually do it is another story. 😅

In this episode, we’ll explore why listening matters, how the CD era is holding us back, and smart, simple ways to make audio a natural part of students' routine—from apps to car rides. Plus, I’ll share some mindset shifts for teachers who worry about ear learning vs. sight-reading.

Let’s get those listening tracks working for you and your students! 🎶

In this episode of Vivid Practice, Nicola Canton shines a spotlight on Bell Game—a simple yet powerful ear training app that helps students develop pitch recognition and aural memory step by step. With gradual difficulty levels and engaging gameplay, it's a fantastic tool for music teachers looking to make ear training fun and effective. Tune in to learn how to use it in lessons and at home! 🎶📱