Online Games

Jul 13, 2023 | Computer support, Drums, Notation apps, Piano, Tutor updates

Here is a collection of games from our recent tutor catch-up. (Please note some theory games use American terminology which will be different to how you teach from grade books) Feel free to use this and do let us know if you have discovered any others we can add to...

Student absent video lesson

May 20, 2022 | Computer support, Piano, Tutor updates

Due to multiple suggestions from parents, we now request that all tutors please leave a recorded lesson for absent students, in addition to a lesson report. If you already know the student is absent (a member of the SAM team has informed you) then you can start the...

Stickers for beginner piano / keyboard lessons

Feb 28, 2022 | Piano

We recommend the use of stickers for young beginners learning the piano and have provided a suggestion of a reasonably priced product you can purchase on Amazon. Click here for the Amazon link There are many similar products on the market, however, we have tried and...

Piano overhead camera setup

Oct 4, 2021 | Computer support, Piano

Having a top-down view of the keyboard is very useful when teaching and a requirement for your students. You can connect an iPad or phone, however, this can be awkward having to connect multiple devices (and logging out), whereas using a webcam makes it very easy to...