Keys and Trees - A Retreat for Piano Teachers in the Irish Countryside
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01/12/26
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You’re listening to the Vibrant Music Teaching Podcast with Nicola Canton. In this episode, Nicola shares a behind-the-scenes look at the Keys & Trees retreat she hosted in the Irish countryside—what it was like, how it was structured, and why it was such a powerful, restorative experience for piano teachers. Get a sneak peek at the conversations, activities, and community that made the retreat special, and learn what’s planned for its return this June.
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