Piano Inspires Kids
The Magazine Inspiring Pianists Around the World
We’re thrilled to announce the Autumn 2026 issue of Piano Inspires Kids—Music of Japan. You’ll discover composers and pianists from Japan, traditional and modern music of Japan, new music based on a Japanese folk tune, and ideas on organizing practice.
Students can engage with Piano Inspires Kids with these opportunities:
- Reader Poll: When do you like to practice?
- Cover Art Contest for Winter 2027
- Composition Contest for Summer 2027
- Student Spotlight, Piano Inspires Creativity, Piano Inspires Artistry, and more!
Read the magazine and download online activities to immerse students in the culture and music of Japan. Additional activities include writing Japanese words and phrases, a daily activity checklist, and interval games. Downloadable lesson plans are available for lessons and group classes.
Piano Inspires Kids Autumn 2026
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Traditional Instruments of Japan
Composers from Japan
ANIME: Japanese Storytelling, Animation, and Music
Four Japanese Piano Stars
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NEW MUSIC:
Umi Wa Hiroi Na by Momoro Ono
INTERVAL DETECTIVE: Following the Clues to Musical Mastery
Games & Quiz
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NOW & THEN: Two Centuries of “Twinkle”: Mozart and Cateen in Variation
Back-to-School Checklist
LET’S EXPLORE JAPAN
DANCING AND PLAYING THE BON-ODORI: A Listening Activity
MADE IN JAPAN: A Piano Timeline
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PIANO INSPIRES YOU!
Student Spotlight from Japan
Q&A AND READER POLL: How do you find time to practice?
Piano Inspires Composition
5 Questions with Naoko Ikeda
