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In this episode, I have the pleasure of chatting with Susan Staples Bell, our featured TopMusicSheets composer of the month. Susan is a dynamic composer and instructor whose engaging sheet music and educational resources have made waves in the piano teaching community. With over 30 years of diverse musical experience, Susan brings a unique blend of creativity and pedagogy to her compositions, aiming to draw students in with fun and captivating music while delivering deeper learning experiences than they might expect. Join us as we explore Susan’s journey, her innovative approach to composition, and the inspiration behind her latest works, including her new themed collection, "Keys to the Wild West." And stay tuned for a special discount code and insights that will spark creativity in your own musical journey.
Tim welcomes Susan to the show and expresses excitement about having her as the TopMusicSheets composer for the month.
Susan shared about her background and her lifelong dream of composing and teaching.
Her diverse teaching and musical experiences, including being a band director.
Her improvisational approach in her compositions.
The importance of being curious and creative in music.
Her transition to self-publishing.
How she leveraged social media to connect with music teachers and students globally.
The process of selecting pieces for her TopMusicSheets collection.
Susan's approach to encouraging creativity in students through curiosity, improvisation, and personalized compositions.
Advice for budding composers, encouraging continuous learning and seeking mentorship.
Guest Links Mentioned
Susan Staples Bell Music Website
Susan Staples Bell (old) Facebook Page
Susan Staples Bell (new) Facebook Page
Susan Staples Mast Bell SheetMusicPlus
Links Mentioned
Learn more about TopMusicSheets here.
Head to Susan's website and use the coupon code TOPMUSIC upon checkout to get a 20% off discount (minimum spend $30).
Today’s Guest
Susan Staples Bell is equal part composer and instructor, with her main focus being on creating exciting Sheet music and educational resources for Piano teachers and their students. She loves to draw students in with some fun music, then intrigue them, when they discover there’s really lots more learning here than meets the eye! Susan has served the Music community for over 30 years in various positions: Church musician (Organist, Accompanist, Praise Band Pianist, and Choir & Hand Bell Director), Middle School Band Director, and Piano Instructor: for the last decade, her Studio has been in the San Antonio, TX area. Each of these positions have given her unique experiences that shape the music she writes.
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