Each year, I accumulate more and more music books and sheet music. I typically own a copy of all of the music that my students play. I prefer to own copies, that way I can reference them at any time. I also study and play some of my students’ music when lesson planning. (I do have to know what I’m talking about after all!)

The commercial space I started renting for my business has the perfect closet for all of my music. I previously stored music in bookcases at home before moving to the commercial space. I have my music library grouped into the following categories:

• Popular
• Holiday
• Duets
• Class piano books
• Classical books: Alphabetized by composer
• Sonatinas: Alphabetized by composer
• Anthologies: Grouped by series first and then organized by level
• Method books: Also grouped by series first and then organized by level
• Supplemental pieces and books: This section of my library contains a lot of music on federation pieces and music by pedagogical composers. I have it alphabetized by composer, although sometimes I’ve considered organizing it by federation levels.

At the bottom of the closet, I have prizes, stickers, and games organized into boxes. I also have a crate of used music that students donate to me.

Here is my library:

Lauren Lewandowski

Lauren teaches piano to students of all ages. She enjoys creating resources for her students and teachers. She is the author of Ready for Theory®. For personalized help, check out the consultations page for teachers.

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