Podcast Appearances

Join Dr. Christina Mathis, along with her guests Tara Mock and Dr. Elizabeth Everhart, as they share their piano pedagogy expertise and answer reader-submitted questions.

In this episode, Christina is joined by her piano teacher friends Elizabeth and Tara to answer your piano teacher questions. You will definitely want to take notes and save this episode to come back to again and again!

In this episode, Dr. Christina Mathis interviews pianist and teaching Tara Mock. They discuss Tara's path into teaching and all she has learned along the way, as well as her beautiful children's path into music and how their neurodiversities have impacted their music learning.

In this episode, Jaclyn Mrozek and Tara Mock discuss teaching piano to potentially neurodiverse students. Tara shares her experience as a piano teacher and a mother of children with neurodiverse diagnoses. They discuss the importance of understanding and using appropriate terminology, the challenges of disclosing diagnoses, and the need for compassion and positive language. Tara emphasizes the importance of adapting teaching methods and creating a safe and supportive environment for students. They also discuss the role of music education in empowering students to advocate for themselves and the resources available for piano teachers.

Welcome to our very first insightful episode of the year, where we dive into the fascinating world of teaching and learning in diverse educational settings. In this episode, we are joined by Tara Mock, a seasoned piano teacher with 28 years of experience and a passion for teaching neurodiverse students. Tara's journey into this specialized field was influenced by her own experiences as a homeschooling parent to two teenagers with neurodiverse diagnoses. Join us as Tara shares her wealth of knowledge and expertise, touching on topics ranging from creating a supportive learning environment to building trust with parents and effectively teaching neurodiverse students. With her unique insights and practical advice, Tara offers invaluable guidance for both parents and educators alike. Tune in as we explore the intersection of music education and neurodiversity with Tara Mock!