096 - How I Use Assessment in My Studio

Field Notes on Music Teaching & Learning · Jun 17, 2026 · 14m

Assessment is a process of measuring, evaluating, and documenting learning.Measuring a student’s progress in the studio provides an opportunity for reflection, evaluation, and deeper understanding as we consider with our students what they know and can explain or demonstrate.This informs our teaching, curriculum planning, and repertoire choices. In turn, it also helps students develop a diverse set of musicianship skills, including technique, performance, aural skills, sight-reading, and musical creativity.In this episode, we’ll talk about how to plan an assessment for your studio, including…