ABSTRACT
This chapter describes basic technology and software that can be useful in the group-piano setting. It explains how to budget for technological purchases and maintenance and discusses how to keep abreast of changes in educational music technology. Technology can be a powerful learning tool in group-piano instruction and learning. Individual student computer/electronic keyboard stations with sequencing, MIDI, and music-notation programs can be a real asset in the group-piano environments. Audio and video recorders and playback devices can also be assets when teaching group piano. Many K-12 and independent studio group-piano teachers will want to incorporate creative and compositional activities into the curriculum. Practice apps that are commonly used in the group-piano setting include Piano Marvel and Piano Maestro. Choosing appropriate instrumental settings makes the experience of playing high-quality keyboard ensemble music more musically satisfying and fulfilling for both performers and audience members.
