Hello! I’m your host and a longtime group teacher, Marie Lee.

Are you interested in teaching piano in groups but are not sure how to get started?

Perhaps you need support as you develop your group teaching studio?

Maybe you’ve been teaching group piano for years, and you need fresh ideas?

Group IlluminatED is here for YOU, offering uniquely curated packages to elevate your teaching.

Gain quick tips and sage advice from expert presenters who actually do what you do, and are here to share what’s truly working in their classrooms.

Each Group IlluminatED package zooms in on a specific aspect of group teaching.

Unlock the power of creativity in your group piano classes with these dynamic video sessions by creatives Bradley Sowash, Rosemarie Penner, and Valerie Merrell. Learn how to inspire students to think outside the box, explore their musical potential, and make every class an exciting, imaginative experience.

Sessions

💡 Bradley Sowash: The Pedagogy of Creative Music Making

Bradley Sowash will guide us through an overview of creative teaching principles, technique, examples, and approaches to move beyond merely critiquing to foster creative expression both on and off the page. Learn how the philosophy and mindset of teaching improvisation and composition differs from teaching written music and understand how to integrate the two approaches.

Bradley Sowash is a jazz pianist, composer, and educator specializing in improvisation. After many years as a touring performer and recording artist, he turned his attention to introducing "recovering classical pianists" to the joys of musical creativity in online jazz piano classes, at teacher conferences, and through his widely acclaimed publications.

💡 Rosemarie Penner: The Power of Patterns: Enhancing Musicianship and Creativity in Groups

Discover how pattern-based teaching strengthens keyboard geography, musicianship, and creativity. This session offers strategies, activities, and repertoire ideas for group classes, including tips on sight-reading, improvisation, and adapting patterns for same-level or multi-level groups.

Rosemarie Penner is an analytical creative … plus online piano teacher and composer at “Must Love Music”!  She loves making learning simple, fun and interactive.  When not teaching, she enjoys reading and playing video games.

💡 Valerie Merrell: The Ultimate Chameleon: Lead Sheets in a Group Lesson

Teachers have SO many goals for their students…and the accompanying issue of how to assist student progression towards those objectives. Discovering an adaptable tool that supports development in multiple relevant areas is pure pedagogical gold!

Valerie Merrell, MM, NCTM, loves teaching and playing the piano. Her passion is combining those into learning and creativity through ensembles! She lives in Indiana and loves traveling, reading, lifting weights, and connecting with teachers.

There’s more!

Ensemble

This session package includes a special gift just for you: an exclusive ensemble commissioned by Group IlluminatED and masterfully composed by Caroline Fauchet.

Repertoire Review

BONUS! Get inspired by teacher-tested, student-approved ensembles handpicked and performed by experienced group piano educators who know what works in the classroom.

Showcase

Get to know the inspiring minds behind the sessions and explore the incredible resources they’ve created just for you. Don’t miss out on the exclusive discount codes and special offers.

Live Meetup

Join our live online meet-ups throughout the year to discuss group teaching with presenters and fellow educators. Share insights, hear fresh perspectives, and be part of the conversation!

Reminder: After your purchase, you will receive an email from Leila Viss via Squarespace.

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If you have any questions, please contact Marie at support@groupilluminated.com