Send us a text In this episode, Christina discusses the importance of developing a rhythm that can fluctuate with our lives over a strict routine that will make us feel guilty if it's broken. Live with rhythm, teach with grace, and let the music flow. To book a coaching session or private lesson with me, contact me at www.christinamathis.com/contact.

Send us a text In this episode, Christina shares the wins, losses, and lessons learned from CMA's exciting first year as well as changes that will be made in the future to guarantee even more success. To book a coaching session or private lesson with me, contact me at www.christinamathis.com/contact.

Send us a text On this episode, Christina shares 5 pieces of advice for new piano teachers. It's probably not what you expect! You can read the written version of this episode at christinamathis.com/blog. Grab your favorite drink. Get comfy. Let's talk. ☕️ To book a coaching session or private lesson with me, contact me at www.christinamathis.com/contact.

Send us a text Join Christina as she shares the top 5 popular beliefs in the piano teaching world and why she isn't falling for them anymore. You can read the written version of this podcast at christinamathis.com/blog. Grab your favorite drink. Get comfy. Let's talk. ☕️ To book a coaching session or private lesson with me, contact me at www.christinamathis.com/contact.

Send us a text After an unexpected blogging/podcasting hiatus due to the busyness of the spring season, Christina is back with an update on what has kept her so busy and on a new direction for the podcast. To book a coaching session or private lesson with me, contact me at www.christinamathis.com/contact.

Send us a text In this episode, Christina disccuses how asking "what if?" in our role as learners can keep our minds open to new possibilities. To book a coaching session or private lesson with me, contact me at www.christinamathis.com/contact.

Send us a text Drawing on the wisdom of Adam Grant in his book Think Again, Dr. Christina Mathis begins a series on The Power of What If and how these two little words can transform our lives in various aspects of musicianship - starting with an episode specifically for piano teachers! Check out the written version of this podcast on the Polished Pianist Blog at http://www.christinamathis.com/blog. To book a coaching session or private lesson with me, contact me at www.christinama...

Send us a text In this crazy, chaotic world, the pressure to create, to heal, to contribute can feel overwhelming. What if you don't feel called? What if your soul is tired? What can you do when you don't know what to do? Join Dr. Mathis as she shares her thoughts on this subject as well as what this looks like in her own life. To book a coaching session or private lesson with me, contact me at www.christinamathis.com/contact.

Send us a text On this episode, Christina discusses the book Wintering by Katherine May and how it can apply to us as musicians. She shares how being intentional about resting during slower seasons brings growth in our busier seasons. Wintering: https://a.co/d/8jnRW5j Blog: https://www.christinamathis.com/blog To book a coaching session or private lesson with me, contact me at www.christinamathis.com/contact.

Send us a text In this episode, Christina discusses Meredith Hite-Estevez's book The Artist's Joy: A Guide to Getting Unstuck, Embracing Imperfection, and Loving Your Creative Life and shares her own artist's oath that she wrote after reading this book. Links: The Artist's Joy Book - https://www.broadleafbooks.com/store/product/9781506497242/The-Artists-Joy The Artists for Joy Podcast - https://artistsforjoy.org/pod Meredith Hite-Estevez's website - https://artistsforjoy.org/ Yo...

Send us a text Welcome to our special Advent series - Musician's Advent. In this series, Christina will combine the practice of advent with a focus on how we as musicians can embrace the peace and hope of the season in the midst of the busyness that this time of year entails. Each episode will contain an advent thought, a scripture, and musical recommendations. Week 4 - Love: The Ultimate Gift Hymn: O Holy Night Classical: Ave Maria (Franz Schubert) Recordings: O Holy Night - https://yout...

Send us a text Welcome to our special Advent series - Musician's Advent. In this series, Christina will combine the practice of advent with a focus on how we as musicians can embrace the peace and hope of the season in the midst of the busyness that this time of year entails. Each episode will contain an advent thought, a scripture, and musical recommendations. Week 3 - The Joyful Proclamation of the Coming Saviour Hymn: Joy to the World Classical: Hallelujah Chorus from The Messiah (G.F. H...

Send us a text Welcome to our special Advent series - Musician's Advent. In this series, Christina will combine the practice of advent with a focus on how we as musicians can embrace the peace and hope of the season in the midst of the busyness that this time of year entails. Each episode will contain an advent thought, a scripture, and musical recommendations. Week 2 - Creating Harmony in Chaos Hymn: Let There Be Peace on Earth Classical: Adagio for Strings (Barber) Share your thoughts, l...

Send us a text Welcome to our special Advent series - Musician's Advent. In this series, Christina will combine the practice of advent with a focus on how we as musicians can embrace the peace and hope of the season in the midst of the busyness that this time of year entails. Each episode will contain an advent thought, a scripture, and musical recommendations. Week 1 - Cultivating Stillness in Practice Hymn: Be Still My Soul Classical: Meditation from Thais (Massanet) Share your thought...

Send us a text Hello, friends! We will return to our wellness series in the new year, but for now, let's embrace the fullness of the holiday season - starting with a special Thanksgiving episode! To book a coaching session or private lesson with me, contact me at www.christinamathis.com/contact.

Send us a text In the next episode in our Wellness series, Christina discusses the importance of rest for pianists and shares ideas on how to make sure you are getting enough rest. To book a coaching session or private lesson with me, contact me at www.christinamathis.com/contact.

Send us a text In this episode, Christina shares tips for how to make sure the food you are eating contributes to your needs as a musician as well as ideas for planning snacks and meals during busy rehearsal & performance seasons. To book a coaching session or private lesson with me, contact me at www.christinamathis.com/contact.

Send us a text On this episode, we explore the top 5 reasons that mental wellness is important for all musicians, and especially for pianists. To book a coaching session or private lesson with me, contact me at www.christinamathis.com/contact.

Send us a text On this episode, Christina continues her series on Wellness for Musicians with a discussion about the importance of physical wellness for pianists (and all musicians!). You can read these tips on her blog, The Polished Pianist - www.christinamathis.com/blog. To book a coaching session or private lesson with me, contact me at www.christinamathis.com/contact.

Send us a text I celebrated a milestone birthday last week - 50! To celebrate, I am sharing 50 life lessons for musicians. Enjoy! To book a coaching session or private lesson with me, contact me at www.christinamathis.com/contact.