Oclef Blog

June 13, 2024

At Oclef, we believe that learning piano is about more than just mastering notes and rhythms. It's about unlocking the full potential of each child, nurturing skills and qualities that will serve them not just at the keyboard, but in every aspect of their lives. Central to this philosophy is our commitment to regular performance opportunities.

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October 03, 2016

Why do we teach?

At the end of every teaching day, I’m exhausted. Just like any other job you love, you’re depleted emotionally, physically and mentally. Teaching music is particularly rewarding since you see your students grow and develop over the years. But what I find incredibly rewarding is when I see students use the skills or mindset they have from piano, in their life outside piano. We often give presentations in theory class and it’s always the new students who feel most uncomfortable. Amy was a new s...

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