Novus Via Podcasts

What is American Popular Piano?

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 10:39:07 -0700

A brief description from authors Christopher Norton and Scott McBride Smith of American Popular Piano, it’s structure and uses. (2:38)

Philosophy of American Popular Piano

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 11:55:34 -0700

An explanation of the philosophy behind the creation of American Popular Piano from authors Christopher Norton and Scott McBride Smith. (3:37)

Why does American Popular Piano work so well?

Mon, 29 Dec 2008 11:24:22 -0700

A discussion of the value and effectiveness of American Popular Piano from authors Christopher Norton and Scott McBride Smith. (3:57)

Why does American Popular Piano have unique value for today's youth?

Sun, 28 Dec 2008 11:57:22 -0700

American Popular Piano connects with today’s busy students explain authors Christopher Norton and Scott McBride Smith. (2:44)

How do I incorporate American Popular Piano into my current teaching?

Sat, 27 Dec 2008 11:59:44 -0700

Christopher Norton and Scott McBride Smith discuss ways to integrate American Popular Piano into your piano studio. (2:51)

Is American Popular Piano ideal for every student?

Fri, 26 Dec 2008 12:12:05 -0700

Christopher Norton and Scott McBride Smith discuss the value of American Popular Piano for various types of students. (3:45)

How do I choose the right level?

Thu, 25 Dec 2008 12:16:40 -0700

Christopher Norton and Scott McBride Smith discuss how to pick the correct level for your students. (1:50)

Why have seperate books at each level?

Wed, 24 Dec 2008 12:19:13 -0700

A discussion of the differences between the Repertoire, Etudes, Skills, and Technic books found at each level. (2:54)

Why have Lyrical, Rhythmic, and Ensemble Pieces?

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 12:22:56 -0700

Christopher Norton and Scott McBride Smith explain the reasoning behind Lyrical, Rhythmic, and Ensemble pieces in the Repertoire Albums. (4:09)

Am I playing in the proper style?

Sun, 21 Dec 2008 12:26:18 -0700

Christopher Norton and Scott McBride Smith discuss playing “in the proper style.” (8:30)

Do you have backing tracks for all pieces?

Sat, 20 Dec 2008 12:29:20 -0700

Christopher Norton and Scott McBride Smith explain the Backing Tracks included on CD with every Repertoire Album. (1:21)

How do you create the backing tracks?

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 12:34:16 -0700

Christopher Norton and Scott McBride Smith discuss the creation of backing tracks using live musicians. (2:20)

Tell me more about the Improvisation Etudes.

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 12:28:59 -0700

Scott McBride Smith and Christopher explain in-depth about the uses and pedagogical value of the revolutionary Improvisation Etudes. (4:52)

What are the Performance Etudes?

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 12:11:39 -0700

Christopher Norton and Scott McBride Smith explain the Performance Etudes. (2:07)

CFMTA-MTNA Workshop Series Overview

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 13:54:49 -0700

Christopher Norton and Scott McBride Smith present American Popular Piano to over 200 teachers at the 2007 CFMTA-MTNA Collaborative Conference. (3:57)

CFMTA-MTNA Workshop Philosophy of American Popular Piano

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 13:54:39 -0700

Christopher Norton and Scott McBride Smith explain the philosophy of American Popular Piano at the 2007 CFMTA-MTNA Collaborative Conference. (5:45)

CFMTA-MTNA Workshop Skills Book Description

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 13:54:36 -0700

Christopher Norton and Scott McBride Smith cover the Skills Books at the 2007 CFMTA-MTNA Collaborative Conference. (4:41)

CFMTA-MTNA Workshop Improv Etudes Description

Sat, 13 Dec 2008 13:54:41 -0700

Christopher Norton and Scott McBride Smith explain Improv Etudes at the 2007 CFMTA-MTNA Collaborative Conference. (2:25)