Monthly Archives: March 2012

Music Practice Ideas from Viva Viola Families

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Sue

I recently came across this record of a parent evening in 2003, when we spent time brainstorming useful ideas and strategies for getting practice done. Find reasons for music practice: Regular daily practice is essential if one wants to enjoy … Continue reading →

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Praise Can Hurt

Posted on March 13, 2012 by Sue

Praise is a two edged sword.  Praise can nurture, but praise can hurt and handicap.  This is how I learned through a bad mistake, to praise with caution for success. Many years ago, in my first year of teaching, non-identical … Continue reading →

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