Soundboard Sessions by Kawai

Soundboard Sessions by Kawai is our in-store workshop series bringing together leading piano educators, teachers, and music publishers for practical, inspiring sessions at Kawai Brisbane. From teaching strategies and technique to repertoire, resources, and fresh ideas for the studio, each event is designed to support pianists and those who guide them—at every stage. Join us for hands-on learning, great conversation, and a closer connection to the music-making community.

Upcoming Event: Davis Dorrough

Piano Editor - Alfred Music

5 July 2026 - 9:30am - 12:30pm at Kawai Brisbane Showroom

Join Davis Dorrough (Piano Editor for Alfred Music) as he unveils exciting new supplemental collections and showcase new digital resources that support the Alfred Piano Methods. With 2 workshops to be presented, you'll walk away with new practical ideas you can implement to your students in your very next lesson.

Your $20 ticket purchase includes both workshops.

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  • Workshop 1: Inspiring the Next Generation of Pianists with Alfred Music

    Discover fresh piano repertoire designed to motivate today’s students. This engaging showcase blends new releases with practical teaching strategies to help you introduce music effectively while building student excitement, progress, and long-term musical growth.

    • Highlight new supplemental publications from Alfred’s 2025–2026 release cycle
    • Showcase updates to Alfred’s Basic Piano Library, including expanded digital content and new Disney offerings
    • Explore how Piano Foundations integrates with Fons studio management software, using interactive backing tracks to reinforce foundational skills

  • Workshop 2: Blueprint for Success: Running a Thriving 21st-Century Studio

    Build a sustainable, modern piano studio that supports both student success and teacher fulfilment. This session explores practical systems, business strategies, and innovative tools to help you streamline operations, increase retention, and create a dynamic learning environment.

    • Design efficient studio systems for scheduling, billing, and communication
    • Integrate technology to enhance learning and streamline studio management
    • Balance teaching, business, and personal workload for long-term sustainability
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About Davis Dorrough

Davis Dorrough is a passionate pianist, educator, and author with a commitment to advancing music education. He holds a Master of Music in Piano Performance and Pedagogy from the University of Oklahoma, studying under Jane Magrath and Barbara Fast, and a B.A. in Music (Arkansas Tech University), where he studied under Timothy Smith. 

Recognized as a leader in the field of music teaching, Dorrough regularly presents at the National Conference on Keyboard Pedagogy, the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) Conference, and the National Music Council of the U.S. He has also co-authored ten books, including Easy Piano Lead Sheets and Chord Charts series. 

Dorrough’s dedication to the music community is further evidenced by his roles within MTNA, including as Chair of the National Certification Commission. His contributions have earned him multiple accolades, including the MTNA MarySue Harris Studio Teacher Fellowship Award. 

Currently, Dorrough is the piano editor at Alfred Music, where he helps guide and inspire the next generation of musicians. 

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