Performance is an essential part of musical growth. It builds confidence, strengthens technique, and transforms practice into meaningful expression. The Lessonface Open Mic offers students and teachers a welcoming online space to share their music, celebrate accomplishments, and connect with a supportive audience.
Most musicians know what a Metronome is and have practiced with one. Many musicians just think of it as a way to help you keep time but there is SO MUCH more to it.
Some of us have a love/hate relationship with them but a Metronome is one of the most valuable tools you can use to develop your playing regardless of instrument. So much so that personally, I feel that one hour of practice WITH a Metronome is equal to three hours without one. Yes, that is how much of a difference it can make and I’ll explain why.
There’s a lot to learn when it comes to reeds! If you haven’t read my “3 Reed Tips for a Beginner Clarinetist” article yet, I recommend you read that article first and then come back to this one! I’ll be sharing tips and knowledge on these little fellas in small dosages throughout different articles so that all this reed talk is easier to understand.
We asked 2025 Lessonface Teacher of the Year in Beatboxing, Paul Arnett, to share what first drew him to the art form and how he approaches teaching it today. In this Q&A, Paul reflects on discovering beatboxing through friends and early online influences, his decades-long journey of continual learning, and the calm, focused environment he creates for students.
We asked 2025 Lessonface Teacher of the Year in Korean, Chiwon Chon, to share her approach to language teaching and student growth. In this Q&A, Chiwon discusses creating a thoughtful, student-centered learning environment rooted in structure, warmth, and flexibility.
We asked 2025 Lessonface Teacher of the Year in Artist Development, Jenessa Castano, to share her perspective on guiding singers and musicians through the artistic journey. In this Q&A, Jenessa discusses her passion for helping artists discover their unique voice, build confidence, and develop a sustainable, individualized path in music.
We asked 2025 Lessonface Teacher of the Year in Classical Composition, Antonio Gervasoni, to share insights into his connection to music and his approach to teaching. In this Q&A, Antonio reflects on composition as a deeply personal passion, his focused and minimalist teaching setup, and his belief that composition is accessible to anyone with the right skills, not just a select few.
We asked 2025 Lessonface Teacher of the Year in Clarinet, Liz Ramirez, to share insights into her connection to music and her approach to teaching. In this Q&A, Liz reflects on discovering the clarinet by chance in junior high and immediately falling in love with the instrument.
We asked 2025 Lessonface Teacher of the Year in Accordion, Jason Fawks, to share insights into his connection to music and his approach to teaching. In this Q&A, Jason reflects on discovering the accordion through a unique teaching opportunity and falling in love with its versatility across genres. He emphasizes enjoying the musical journey, synchronizing hands and bellows, and fostering creativity and curiosity in his students.
We asked 2025 Lessonface Teacher of the Year in Russian, Helen M., to share insights into her background, teaching philosophy, and approach to helping students build real-world confidence in the language. In this Q&A, Helen reflects on growing up in a Russian-speaking region of Ukraine, discovering her passion for languages, and shaping a calm, student-centered online teaching studio.
