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1. An online lesson platform such as Zoom, Facetime or Skype.  I prefer to teach on Zoom as there are more teaching options; 2nd camera options, sharing pages etc.  

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2. A way to view the teacher.  In my experience a PC is the best option here; the screen is large enough to view anything shared/demonstrated on my 2nd camera. Cell phones are doable but not optimal in viewing the teacher.  Ipads are a bit better. 

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3.  A good condenser mic.  This is really important to help teach tone production.  With a good mic I can hear the students music well.  The mic on a cell phone is not ideal but doable.  The mic on an ipad is a bit better.  As an option headphones can be worn to help hear sound better. I may have students record themselves from time to time to send to me.  I can review tone production in this way too.  

 

4. A table or stand to set up your pc, tablet or phone.  Get creative here!  I've seen parents come up with some really creative set ups that work great; using tv trays, wooden boxes etc. Tip: It is important to set set your camera up so that I can see the students profile.  In this way I will have a good view of their hands, arms, and even the keys both black and white.  I will help students set up their equipment so that I can see them well. 

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4.  Enough band width to allow for good streaming. Here are some tips! 

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• Use an Ethernet instead of wifi if you can.

• Test your internet speed (speedtest.com). Ideally looking for 10 mbps download and 5 mbps upload;  Speedtest.net 

• If using wifi, move closer to the router

• Consider getting a wifi booster. 

• Close extra tabs and apps. 

• Ask other household members not to stream during the lesson. 

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