# educational resources (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover educational resources. Page: Feed: --- ## [ADHD and piano competitions](https://pianodao.com/2026/08/08/adhd-and-piano-competitions/) _2026-08-08 · Andrew Eales · Pianodao_ In this article we explore the unique challenges ADHD pianists face in competitions, and consider ways in which we might foster a healthier, more inclusive performance culture. ## [Paul Harris: Play with Rhythm!](https://pianodao.com/2026/07/30/paul-harris-play-with-rhythm/) _2026-07-30 · Andrew Eales · Pianodao_ Paul Harris has an uncanny knack of producing game-changing publications which immediately impact the quality of instrumental teaching and learning for the better. 'Play with Rhythm!' is undoubtedly one of his most important resources yet, and I cannot recommend it highly enough... ## [Music & Neurodiversity](https://pianodao.com/2026/07/29/music-neurodiversity/) _2026-07-29 · Andrew Eales · Pianodao_ Karen Marshall's Music & Neurodiversity delivers an extraordinary wealth of material, including many road-tested teaching approaches that readers can immediately put into practice, and an abundance of personal insight and human interest. ## [The Easiest Gillock Pieces](https://pianodao.com/2026/07/23/the-easiest-gillock-pieces/) _2026-07-23 · Andrew Eales · Pianodao_ 'The Easiest Gillock Pieces' offers 31 charming tunes for pre-Grade 1 pianists, complete with optional duet parts for added fun. I think it will make a brilliant addition in any piano teaching studio... ## [Pianoworks • Meditations](https://pianodao.com/2026/07/12/pianoworks-meditations/) _2026-07-12 · Andrew Eales · Pianodao_ Pianoworks Meditations is a brilliant collection of gentle and reflective pieces for the older beginner. Written with a focus on playing for enjoyment, these 24 original pieces guide the player through a range of styles, while aiding in relaxation and mindfulness. ## [Adaptive Teaching and Metacognition](https://pianodao.com/2026/07/11/adaptive-teaching-and-metacognition/) _2026-07-11 · Andrew Eales · Pianodao_ In this Guest Post, Karen Marshall demystifies the important principles of adaptive teaching and metacognition, and shows how we can all better support neurodivergent learners at the piano... ## [Dora Pejačević • Early Pieces](https://pianodao.com/2026/07/04/dora-pejacevic-early-pieces/) _2026-07-04 · Andrew Eales · Pianodao_ The Schott Student Edition series continues to deliver outstanding new collections of pedagogy classics and rediscovered gems, the latest of which offers a great way to discover the wonderful piano music of Dora Pejačević... ## [Arise and Shine](https://pianodao.com/2026/06/27/arise-and-shine/) _2026-06-27 · Andrew Eales · Pianodao_ 'Arise and Shine' offers 28 piano solos by Black composers suitable for intermediate to early advanced players. With such a beautiful addition to the piano pedagogy library, there's no doubt that this music's time has come... ## [Jason Sifford • Here Be Dragons](https://pianodao.com/2026/06/25/jason-sifford-here-be-dragons/) _2026-06-25 · Andrew Eales · Pianodao_ Here be Dragons is undoubtedly one of the piano education highlights of the year so far, and deserves a place in the music collection of all late intermediate players (and of course their teachers). These are pieces which not only take flight, but which will elevate performers, and enchant their audiences. ## [Ultra-Quiet Business Mini (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/i9uGDgkHWDUP) _2026-06-25 · **Sponsored**_ Compact business mini, ultra-quiet for focused work. ## [The LOTR Piano Anthology](https://pianodao.com/2026/06/18/the-lotr-piano-anthology/) _2026-06-18 · Andrew Eales · Pianodao_ The latest sumptuous addition to the 'Faber Music Piano Anthology' series visits Middle-earth, and claims to offer "the best-loved themes from Howard Shore's landmark scores along with other featured songs, arranged for intermediate piano solo." Let's take a closer look...