Just once I’d love to hear from Goldilocks about her kid and how he practices just right! Let’s talk about that seemingly impossible problem: a child practicing too much. Believe it or not I have heard this. Parents complain because …
My kid practices too much. My child practices too little. Read more »
What’s the point of going to soccer practice if you never play in a game? What’s the point of studying if you never take a test? Is there a point? You study and practice and practice, but for what? What’s …
5. What’s the Point in Practicing Music? Performance! Read more »
Reward, Reward, Reward!!! You might be thinking, “I don’t like using rewards because it’s bribery.” Well check out this website about encouragement and positive reinforcement and you’ll find that rewards are definitely not a bad thing. They are actually what your child …
Practicing can be very complicated if you want results. Here, in the 3rd installment of the Practicing Music Blog Series, we discuss ways to get those results without devoting too much time toward practicing. Turns out, it’s not about the …
3. When Practicing Music, It’s All About Quality Read more »
Let the Music Make You Feel Good…With Dopamine! Yes, dopamine, the feel good chemical released in your brain when you experience pleasure. The effect of music on your brain can release as much dopamine as drugs, food, and certain activities. …
2. Practicing Music Makes You Happy!!! Here’s How! Read more »
