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Interview with Kathi Tarrant
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How old were you when you first learned to play an instrument?
I began taking piano lessons as I was entering the second grade. Back then, it was assumed a child was ready when they were reading (decoding). I have since learned that pre-reading/ear- training exercises and music games are effective means of introducing children to music; as young as 4-5 years old.

What is your favorite type of music?
I enjoy Bach to the Beatles and beyond. Since my earliest teachers were classically trained, I grew to appreciate the works of the Great Composers. And since my grandfather was a pro musician during the Dixieland era, I also learned to enjoy listening to/playing/singing jazz. In the end, I would have to say that the American Songbook is my fav, because it encapsulates the best of Broadway, jazz and popular music.

What is your greatest accomplishment as a teacher?
I think about the relationship-building aspect of teaching, and the importance of meeting a student where they are at; an autistic boy, an elderly woman, a rambunctious teen, an unwieldy 5-year-old.

What do you do to get out of a practice funk?
I’ll usually redirect my energy and come back to things when I’m better able to focus. Mood-altering things like exercise and cooking are a couple of things I might do to recalibrate.

What do you do outside of performing and teaching?
I love to read. I poke around on social media/watch pod casts, travel occasionally, and spend time with friends and family.

How often did you practice when you were a kid and how have your practices changed since you became a professional?
As a child, I recall my mom having given me an ultimatum that  was really a dare. She let me know that if I didn’t practice, I wouldn’t be allowed to continue taking lessons. As hard as it was—I could hear my friends playing outside—I hung in there.
Practice is everything. Today, I associate practice with mindfulness.

What do you like most about teaching young musicians?
I like the fact that most young musicians are generally receptive to learning music. They also seem to enjoy my sense of humor.

How are you building a successful career as a working artist?
I have been involved in the music business for 30+ years. Other than having raised my children—I was a full-time mom—I continue to build upon years of experience as a pro pianist/vocalist/composer/arranger/music director.

What are your goals for your students?
I set realistic goals that are tailored to the individual student. Some are just fine with taking lessons and not practicing much. Others seem to be more motivated, so I help them to realize their potential whether it be audition prep, performance readiness, exploring other genres, developing effective practice strategies, etc.

When did you realize you loved music?
I can’t remember exactly, but the excitement around having a piano in the house for the first time and being allowed to ‘tinker’ is one of my finest memories.​

Learn more about our Piano teacher, Kathi Tarrant, on her Teacher Page. 
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Note-worthy Experiences Music Studio®, located at 75 Witherell Drive Sudbury, Massachusetts 01776  provides private in-home and online/virtual music lessons in the Boston MetroWest area of Massachusetts.
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      • Bass
      • Brass
      • Cello
      • Clarinet & Saxophone
      • Drums & Percussion
      • Flute & Piccolo
      • Guitar & Ukulele
      • Harp
      • Oboe & Bassoon
      • Piano
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