The Vibrant Music Teaching Podcast | Proven and practical tips, strategies and ideas for music teachers · Aug 31, 2026 · 12:12
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There’s a fine line between moving on too quickly and getting stuck chasing perfection. In this episode, we explore how piano teachers can decide when a student has truly completed a piece, why every piece doesn’t need performance-level polish, and how the purpose of the repertoire should guide your expectations.
We’ll also look at what to do when a student gets stuck on the same piece for weeks—and how difficulty, repertoire choices, and practice support can affect their progress.
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