“What do I do when my child doesn’t want to practice? ” Piano teachers hear this question a lot. I think it implies a more fundamental question: What is the nature of a child’s wants and desires? The answer to this question can lead to two different parenting approaches: One […]
There are no quick worthwhile results. Extreme amounts of repetition are necessary. Poor execution causes more harm than good. A stupid approach means years of frustration and wasted time. Each session is best planned in advance. Showing off is detrimental to real progress. More time is spent worrying than doing. […]
I was at a housewarming party this evening. Somewhat introverted by nature, this was the first social gathering I'd been at in a few weeks where all of the other people were complete strangers. So it was a healthy reminder of someone's reaction when they find out I'm a piano […]