Practice Diaries and Workbooks Musicians who teach can access the MU Practice Diary and The Complete Practice Workbook through Faber Music’s online shop. Last updated: 28 July 2023 The MU has two complimentary publications available to order at a discounted rate for MU members through Faber Music’s online shop – the MU Practice Diary and The Complete Practice Workbook. The MU Practice Diary The practice diary is for all instrumental and singing students, and is based on Paul Harris’s “Simultaneous Learning” strategy, which develops musical insight by making connections between all aspects of musicianship. It contains diary pages for a teaching year, which feature: Focus for the week What we did in the lesson Practice connections boxes. In addition there are inspiring “Practice Starter” pages and holiday projects – plenty of fun and inspiring ideas to get students practising. The Complete Practice Workbook The workbook complements the MU Practice Diary and offers teachers and learners a resource that supports every aspect of instrumental and vocal practice. For every lesson, it includes a: Diary to record the lesson highlights, review practice outcomes and note down any resources or issues to address in the next lesson “Simultaneous Learning Practice Map” to help structure and optimise practice Dedicated space to jot down ideas, notes and music, to encourage the Simultaneous Learning approach to practice. Ordering your copy with the MU members' discount You will need to order your diaries and workbooks from Faber Music online. Both are sold directly by Faber and were developed to be offered to MU members at a discount. The MU no longer sells these items directly and does not profit from sales. MU members receive 20% discount on selected items in the Faber Music shop, including the practice diaries and workbooks. Find out how to claim your MU member discount for the Faber Music shop and other services. Get support as a music teacher through MU membership The MU has a strong community of teaching musicians, with over 13,500 members. We advise music teachers on specific topics, including pay and contractual issues. Through our resources and employment advice, we support and create careers in music teaching. Teaching resources for MU members Explore the MU's music teaching advice Access musician professional indemnity insurance Get discount on Enhanced DBS Checks Access our joint partnership offer with NEU, UCU and EIS Join our community of music teachers across the UK Join the MU now Member services Enhanced DBS Checks at a Reduced Cost MU members in England and Wales can apply for an Enhanced DBS Check, simplifying and speeding up the process Read more about Enhanced DBS Checks at a Reduced Cost £1m Professional Indemnity Insurance Protect yourself against unexpected claims such as negligence allegation while working as a music teacher Read more about £1m Professional Indemnity Insurance Receive £10m in Public Liability Insurance Reduce your public liability covering injury and damage - an essential for musicians who perform in public spaces Read more about Receive £10m in Public Liability Insurance Career Advice for Teaching Musicians Get industry expert guidance specifically for musicians who teach privately or in schools Read more about Career Advice for Teaching Musicians Become an MU Education Rep If you work as a music teacher, you can help us by becoming an Education Rep Read more about Become an MU Education Rep Reduced Rates with NEU, EIS or UCU Members of the NEU, EIS and UCU can access all MU benefits at more affordable rates Read more about Reduced Rates with NEU, EIS or UCU
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