O The practice partner/home teacher plays a crucial role in a Suzuki student’s success. As a teacher, I’m lucky that our program has a robust and comprehensive parent education for new Suzuki parents, but parents who have been practicing with their child for a while can often use some extra help and inspiration in... Continue Reading →
How to Avoid Burnout as a Private Teacher
Maintaining a large private teaching studio is not a normal 9-5 job. Some non-musician friends balk at my work schedule, but I love teaching children and I love music. So how does a studio teacher find balance? Here are some tips that have helped me stay happy and healthy as a studio teacher. And a... Continue Reading →
Red Light/Green Light: A Simple Game to Improve Music Practice
Do you ever come across an idea so simple yet effective that you wonder: “Why didn’t I think of that?” The Red Light/Green Light game is that idea for me. During the summer when many of the young viola students whom I had started were reaching middle school and were starting to take more ownership... Continue Reading →