Facing anxiety (February 2013 Lesson)

Last Saturday at my lesson I was reminded that when I feel anxious, that anxiety transfers to my playing and can be heard by all. Even after 3 years of lessons, I still feel intimidated …

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Deciding to not give up on a piece – December 2012

A couple of weeks ago I had another lesson with Michael at his church.  For over a year, I have been learning the Adagio movement from Widor’s Symphony No. 5. I am still having technical issues with this piece …

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Why to practice as recommended – November 2012 Lesson

Lessons go better when the advice of the teacher is followed! Last Saturday, I had an organ lesson with Michael. I was very optimistic going into the lesson. I was confident that Michael would be …

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Michael Gartz Organ Recital 10-28-2012

Last Sunday afternoon Michael Gartz, my teacher, played a delightful recital at Trinity Episcopal Church. I attended along with my husband and many other listeners eager to hear the organ. The pipe organ is located in the balcony …

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October 2012 Lesson

Last Friday, I met with Michael Gartz for an organ lesson at Trinity Episcopal Church. For the first time that I can recall I was late to the lesson. I stopped at the bank on …

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August 2012 Lesson

Yesterday morning I met Michael for a lesson at Trinity Episcopal Church. My previous lesson was over 2 months ago, so it felt great to be seated at the console of a well cared for …

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June 2012 Lesson

Last Saturday, I met with Michael Gartz for another organ lesson. Before my lesson started Michael played through a few of the pieces that he would play during service the following day. This would have …

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May 2012 Lesson

This afternoon I had an organ lesson with Michael Gartz at Trinity Episcopal Church. Today’s lesson began with a question. What should I play first? Should it be a piece that I feel better about …

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