"Practice Makes Perfect". We've all heard this phrase at one point or another, as this phrase is not only prevalent in music education/instruction circles, but also in sports, art, business, and many other fields. However, one needs to be cautious throwing this phrase around when speaking to our students, children, or for our own motivation and encouragement. Although it carries a great deal of tr... [More]

Here are some great ideas for making the most out of your private music lessons. Set yourself a practice routine. Have you ever "forgotten" to practice before your next music lesson? You're not alone! You'll make more progress if you can do a little bit of practice every day. Find a time that's convenient for you - it could be as soon as you get home from school, during the commercial break... [More]