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Beyond the Music LessonThe Ability of Every Child with Allison WoernerJoin us as we talk about how to help with the cost of attending Summer Camps and Institutes in our tip of the week. Abbey has a new technology tip to share and Christine has a tip for keeping teens engaged in music. We are thrilled to have Allison Woerner with us to talk about students with disabilities, older beginners and words of wisdom from both John Kendall and Dr. Suzuki. This week's links: Loom Autism Speaks Autism Society Allison's journal articles on the SAA Website ...2019-05-2840 minBeyond the Music LessonEp 37 Find a Way To Love the Work with Jeff GoinsThis week we answer a listener question about helping their child learn to keep a steady beat & both Christine and Abbey share a book recommendation. We are thrilled to have best selling author Jeff Goins on the podcast this episode talking about his own music studies, what it's like to be the parent of a music student, how we define success & failure and much more. Links from this week's show: Helping Parents Practice by Edmund Sprunger The Savvy Music Teacher by David Cutler Real Artists Don't Starve by Jeff Goin...2019-04-1933 minBeyond the Music LessonEp 36 Learning to Practice Effectively with Liz TrinidadJoin us as we answer a listener question about the dangers of a child learning too fast. Christine and Abbey both share tips that they've been finding especially useful lately. And we have a wonderful interview with Liz Trinidad, a piano and flute teacher, and how she teaches students to practice effectively and why she is so passionate about doing it well. SHOW NOTES: Stand Partners for Life podcast episode on learning and practicing music Ray Chen "In the Mind of Ray" Connect with Liz Trinidad on her website http://theflutelab.com...2019-04-0538 minBeyond the Music LessonEp 35: Real Talk about Home Practice with Multiple Children with Stacy SmithJoin Christine & Abbey as they talk about how to support your child as they learn to read music, and share resources about where to find practice games and how to get in more listening. We also have a great conversation with Stacy Smith, Violin teacher and mom of 5 music students. Hear all about what it's like to practice at home with multiple children taking lessons. Stacy offers great perspective and a real life look at the process in her home. Show Notes: I Can Read Music by Joanne...2019-03-0633 minBeyond the Music LessonEp 32 Expert Tips for Parents and Music TeachersBeyond the Music Lesson is turning one! Join Abbey & Christine as they share more of the story about how the podcast started and share some of the tips that have made the biggest impact on them this past year. Do you have a favorite tip you've heard on the podcast this year? Share it with us on Facebook or Instagram 2019-01-2322 minBeyond the Music LessonEp. 31 Creativity & Self-Compassion for Musician's with Melissa DinwiddieJoin Christine & Abbey as they talk about their goal setting for the new year and share their tips for the week. Christine has a book recommendation and Abbey shares how she plans to help herself stay on track with one of her big goals for the year. We also have a conversation you won't want to miss with creativity expert and musician Melissa Dinwiddie. Christine met Melissa after hearing her speak at Jeff Goin's Tribe conference this year and knew her message was one that more music teachers and parents needed to hear. T...2019-01-0934 minBeyond the Music LessonEp 29 The Importance of Mindset with Amy Beth Horman (Part 1)This week's we are thrilled to have Amy Beth Horman on the podcast. We had such a great conversation with her that we are releasing it in two episodes that you won't want to miss. In this first half hear about a defining moment that happened to Amy Beth during a performance as a teen and how it influences the way she practices with her daughter. We also talk about her experience as a practice parent with her daughter - if you don't already follow her instagram which shares some of their experiences together in a...2018-12-1832 minBeyond the Music LessonEp. 28: How to Talk so Kids Can LearnJoin Abbey and Christine as they discuss the book How to Talk So Kids Can Learn. If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a rating or review on Apple Podcasts. This helps our show reach more people! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram2018-12-0521 minBeyond the Music LessonEp. 27: Shelly Davis on Supporting Parents with PracticeOn this week's episode Christine & Abbey talk about ideas for keeping practice going over the holidays. Abbey shares a tip for a type of musical performance to look for in your area and Christine shares an idea for finding holiday tunes to try at home. We have Shelly Davis of The Piano Parent Podcast on the podcast to talk about how podcasting has impacted her teaching, how she inspires her own students, and shares a great tip for how parents can connect to their children through music. Show Notes: Winter Break Bing...2018-11-2823 minBeyond the Music LessonEp. 26: Parenting a Young Beginner - A Teacher's Perspective with Brecklyn FerrinOn this week's podcast Abbey and Christine answer a question about fitting in practice with your schedule feels like it's just too full. Abbey shares a tip that working with her son in practice and Christine shares a book recommendation. We have Brecklyn Ferrin on the show today who shares her perspective as a teacher who is now the parent of a young beginner for the first time. Hear all about what she has learned and her great advice for both parents and teachers alike. Show Notes: 168 Hours by Laura Vanderkam Atom...2018-11-1439 minBeyond the Music LessonEp 22: The Importance of Music Studio Branding with Andrea MillerOn this week's episode Abbey and Christine discuss how to help students through the middle school age slump that many students experience. We also share tips from what is working for their own studios this fall. Our interview guest is Andrea Miller of the Music Studio Startup Podcast and Blog - great information about how teachers can communicate what they value and who they teach through everything they do and how parents can find a teacher that is a good fit by noticing these things too. Show Notes: Remind app Th...2018-10-1024 minBeyond the Music LessonEp 21 - Performer Spotlight: Jennifer ArnoldThis week Christine and Abbey as they discussion a listener question about a child that wants to quit because they dislike practice and hear a tips about how they get their own practice in their busy schedules. This week is also a great interview with Oregon Symphony violist Jennifer Arnold. Hear how she structures her own practice, her time as a student, and how she gives back to the music community. It was such a great conversation! Show Notes: *Grit* by Angela Duckworth Itzhak Perlman article Jennifer Arnold...2018-10-0326 minBeyond the Music LessonEp 20: Vio's Violin with Kenesha RyceThis week we answer a listener question about the proper way to move on to a new studio and Christine and Abbey both share a tip from what is working in their studio's right now. Our interview this week is with Kenesha Ryce, Author of Vio's Violin a great new illustrated children's book that we both love. Show Notes Vio's Violin on the We Imagine Music website We Imagine Music Facebook page on Instagram @weimaginemusic Suzuki Triangle Facebook group If you are enjoying the show, please lea...2018-09-2623 minBeyond the Music LessonEp 19: Adventures in Suzuki Parenting with Jodie St. ClairWe're excited to be back for season two! Join Abbey and Christine as we answer a listener question about helping turn around negative practice session and each share a tip that is helping us right now. We also talk to Jodie St. Clair from Adventures in Suzuki Parenting and it's a conversation you won't want to miss. Show Notes: Erin Condren Teacher Planner: https://www.erincondren.com/teacher-lesson-planners Christine's book about Positive Practice Link to Positive Practice: 5 Steps to Help Your Child Develop a Love of Music Find...2018-09-1934 minBeyond the Music LessonSummer School Ep. 4: Practice Perfect Book DiscussionJoin Abbey and Christine as we discuss the book Practice Perfect in our last summer school episode! Show Notes Practice Perfect by Doug Lemov, Erica Woolway, and Katie Yezzi Teach Like a Champion by Doug Lemov If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a rating or review on Apple Podcasts. This helps our show reach more people! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram2018-07-3128 minBeyond the Music LessonSummer School Ep. 3: Preparing for RecitalsOn today's podcast Abbey and Christine talk about preparing for recitals. We discuss some of what teachers must do before the big day and important things for parents to know as well. We also tackle the topic of "What piece will be play?" We'd love to hear what you would add to this discussion. Send us an email at BeyondtheMusicLesson@gmail.com or Find us on Facebook. Discussed on today's Show: Suzuki Performance Descriptors Emergency Kit for Recitals: Tapes, extra strings (usually used emergency set), rosin, rubber bands, cloth for rosin cl...2018-07-1721 minBeyond the Music LessonSummer School Ep. 2: Summer Practice IdeasJoin Abbey and Christine in their lively discussion of ideas for practice during the summer that they have learned from their years as students, teachers, and parents. Our second summer school episode is full of ideas you can use in your house or in your studio with the students you work with. In our next episode we'll be discussing Practice Perfect: 42 Rules for Getting Better at Getting Better. Find us on Facebook Send us a question or comment BeyondtheMusicLesson@gmail.com 2018-06-2621 minBeyond the Music LessonSummer School Ep. 1: Willpower Doesn't Work Book DiscussionJoin us for our first summer school episode as we discuss Benjamin Hardy's new book Willpower Doesn't Work. How does the book tie in to studying music? (hint: really well!). Do Abbey and Christine use any of the principles in the book? What did they learn that they want to add into their own daily life? Links from today's discussion: Willpower Doesn't Work by Benjamin Hardy Hello Mornings by Kat Lee The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod Todoist app The Five Minute Journal If you are enjo...2018-06-1220 minBeyond the Music LessonEp. 18: Peaceful, Productive Practice with Christine GoodnerToday on the podcast we talk about the importance of informal performances, Christine shares a listening suggestion from the Harlem Quartet and Abbey talks to Christine about peaceful, productive practice. This is a great episode for anyone who practices with their child, or works with parents who do! Links from Today's Show Harlem Quartet's Album Visionary http://harlemquartet.com/recordings/visionary/ The Suzuki Triangle Blog: SuzukiTriangle.com Christine's New Guide: Peaceful, Productive Practice: A Five Step Process to Transform Your Child's Practice ...2018-05-2328 minBeyond the Music LessonEp. 16: Summer School on the Podcast!On this week's podcast we are giving you a preview of what's coming up this summer on the show! Abbey and Christine will tell you all about our "Summer School" sessions and invite you to participate. You can always send us an email at BeyondtheMusicLesson@gmail.com. Links from today's show June's Book Club Pick: Willpower Doesn't Work by Benjamin Hardy July's Book Club Pick: Practice Perfect by Doug Lemov Christine's article on Summer Practice2018-05-0908 minBeyond the Music LessonEp. 14: Teaching Effectively in a School Setting with Elizabeth DayOn this episode Christine shares a tip for turning around bad practice attitudes and Abbey shares a newly released album that she got a chance to listen to in advance. We also answer a listener question and have a great conversation with Elizabeth Day about how to teach effectively in a school setting. There are great takeaways for parents and teachers alike. Links from this week's show Edvard Grieg: Violin Sonatas by Vineta Sareika and Amandine Savary Spotify Racine Unified School District website If you are enjoying the s...2018-04-2532 minBeyond the Music LessonEp. 13: Creative Student Performances with Gretchen RebarThis week we answer a question about left handed students and if it's a consideration when starting an instrument. Abbey shares a tip from our friend and colleague Rachel Ludt that has been a huge help in home practice at her house. We also announce our winner of the March rate & review contest. Thanks to everyone who participated! Today we are talking to Gretchen Rebar: violin teacher, President of the Suzuki Association of Wisconsin and Chair of the string department at the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music. She shared how she balances her busy sch...2018-04-1826 minBeyond the Music LessonEp. 10: Participating in Your Music Community with Laurie NilesOn today's episode Christine & Abbey answer a listener question about what to do when a student talks too much in the lesson. They also give their tip of the week & a new listening suggestion. Laurie Niles of Violinist.com is the guest today & shares how the website got started and how it has evolved over the many years since it began. She also talks about many of the wonderful interviews she has had with violinists from around the world, a number of which will be included in her new book Violinst.com Interviews, Vol. 2 (published in the v...2018-03-2128 minBeyond the Music LessonEp. 9: Preparing for College and Beyond with Dr. Scott ConklinToday Christine & Abbey tackle a listener question about how to help students who are having trouble focusing on practice. We also have a fun tip for practice and a favorite listening suggestion from Christine's studio. Our guest on this week's episode is Dr. Scott Conklin who gives great insight into what he looks for in students coming into the University level and tips for students of all ages about practicing, performing, and using our music for a greater good. Interested in asking a listener question on a future episode? Click here to submit your own qu...2018-03-1439 min
Beyond the Music LessonEp. 8: Creatively Engaging Students with Peter ThomasOn this week's episode Abbey & Christine announce a fun listener contest for the month of March (read the details below). They also answer a listener question about intermediate level students and share their tip & listening suggestions of the week. Today's guest is cellist Peter Thomas. Peter Thomas is a teacher, performer, and most recently a recipient of the Civic Music Association’s 2018 Educator Award for Excellence in Studio Music award. He has great things to say about performing, practicing and teaching for the future. Click to Ask a Listener Question From Today's Episode: ...2018-03-0734 min
Beyond the Music LessonEpisode 6: Practicing for Your Child's Personality with Michele HornerJoin us today as we talk with Michele Horner about Practicing with our Child's personality in mind. She has a fantastic book on the subject and great stories about how understanding how our children think and learn help them practice with more joy and ease. Christine and Abbey also answer a listener question and share tips and what they've been listening to recently. Submit a listener question Links from today's show: Testament by Rachel Barton Pine Parents as Partners Michele Horner's Book: Life Lens: Seeing Your Children in Co...2018-02-2146 min
Beyond the Music LessonEp. 5: "Is My Child Ready to Start Lessons?" with Dr. Kate EinarsonWelcome Episode 5 where we discuss a listener question, Christine gives a tip that she uses every week when she's teaching and Abbey shares what she is listening to this week. Listen to a great conversation with Dr. Kate Einarson who is both a research scientist of 15 years and a violin and Suzuki Early Childhood Music and sits on the Board of Directors of the Suzuki Association of Ontario. Kate completed her Ph.D. at the McMaster Institute for Music and the Mind in Ontario, Canada, studying the development of musical knowledge in infants and children. She also c...2018-02-0731 min