William Tells

Will Suit reviews a few of the holiday songs in his new books, "All Is Silent" and "All Is Silent Kids' Edition."

Will shares details about an incentive based event at Pedal Point Music: THE GREAT PUMPKIN CHALLENGE

Will and Jackson Hodges sit down and chat about a number of aspects surrounding the music lesson and the student.  Parental involvement is discussed as well.  The episodes ends in a jam session between Will and Jackson.

Will Suit reviews the policies, procedures and protocols of Pedal Point Music to assist parents in understanding them and to share ideas with other instructors of music.

Will Suit takes a look at the commitment involved with taking lessons for the first time.  

Will Suit introduces his latest songbook, The Owl Says Hoo Songbook.  Hear demos and stories of the songs that your vocal students will enjoy using in the private music studio and the classroom.

Will Suit shares some creature songs for use in private vocal study or recitals.  

Will Suit shares piano and choral arrangements for the holiday season.  Find these arrangements and more at Will Suit Music and TopMusicMarketplace!

Will Suit shares four songs based on the penta-scale for the young vocalist.  The resources are available from Will Suit Music are downloadable and can be used in the classroom or for private music studies.

The exciting conclusion of William Suit's children's opera, IL GUFO IL TOPO.

Will Suit takes us all to the opera to enjoy his recent release of IL GUFO IL TOPO (The Owl and The Mouse) in part 1 of this two episode adventure.  You can find IL GUFO IL TOPO on your favorite streaming service.  Read about it at www.willsuitmusic.com

In this episode, Will shares some ideas on how to effectively enroll in music lessons once you find a school.  While his thoughts and ideas are based on practices at Pedal Point Music, the basic approach effectively applies to any search and engagement of a music school.

Joel Perkins sits down with Will to discuss the advantages of private music study as a string player.  He also shares some insight into fiddling and why it is the jazz of classical music.

Will Suit rambles about establishing guidelines and expectations in the waiting area and studio.

Will Suit shares the details of his annual Great Pumpkin Challenge.  The Great Pumpkin Challenge is a month long event in which students set goals and meet challenges.  Awards and prizes are given for reaching goals and the atmosphere is set with brightly decorated pumpkins and scarecrows.  A wonderful idea for a boost in interest for your students this Fall!

Will Suit and Elisabeth Baer Sing selections from the album, "In My Backyard." A fun break away from the normal format!  #pedalpointmusic #inmybackyard #williamtells

Will Suit sits down with Colleen Lively and Melissa Loga to discuss creative ideas for young musicians during the summer months. #pedalpointmusic #williamtells #williamtellspodcast

Will Suit sits down with Melissa Loga and Colleen Lively to have a casual, yet informative discussion about beginning violin lessons.  What can a parent expect with the Suzuki Method?  What should the student expect?  Many important aspects of private study are covered in this fun discussion. #pedalpointmusic #williamtells #williamtellspodcast 

Will offers his personal insight about recital participation from three viewpoints:  The Instructor, The Student, and The Parent.

In this episode, Will Suit sits down with a former student, Elisabeth Baer, to discuss the importance of studying with a private instructor and staying active as an artist.

Will is joined by SAGA president, Colleen Lively, to discuss the importance of private violin studies and how the Suzuki Method works in the development of a young violinist.

Will welcomes guests, Carder England and Bonnie Dykes, from PianosForEducation.org to this episode.  The interview gives a look inside Pianos For Education and the growing number of pianos being donated to educational use by private donors. Pianos For Education Website

In this episode, Will explores the basics of singing for the beginner in an overview of the physical elements studied during initial voice lessons.

In this episode, Will Suit discusses the basics that are covered in the first few months of piano and how important the foundation is that is laid. Guest Instructor, Sharon Camper.

Will Suit discusses effective practice habits and how to establish them.  Guests include Meghan Harter, Jackson Hodges, and Melissa Loga.

Will Suit explores the benefits of studying with a private music instructor.  Many questions are answered from the motivation behind studying to finding an instructor suited to your goals.