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#MusicEdLove PodcastCreating a More Diverse Environment from the Very Beginning with Claire Allen
Join us as we hear from Teaching Artist and Violinist: Claire Allen as she discusses creative and engaging methods for finding and building diverse repertoire from the very beginning! Claire is such a joy to speak with and I just know you will find a wealth of helpful information and actual resources from this episode!
Claire Allen Claire Allen is a performer and a Teaching Artist of Violin and Strings Coordinator at Mason Community Arts Academy. Since joining the string faculty at MCAA in 2013, she has taught a studio of violinists ages four to adult, cr...2022-11-3033 min#MusicEdLove PodcastCreating a More Diverse Environment from the Very Beginning with Claire Allen
Join us as we hear from Teaching Artist and Violinist: Claire Allen as she discusses creative and engaging methods for finding and building diverse repertoire from the very beginning! Claire is such a joy to speak with and I just know you will find a wealth of helpful information and actual resources from this episode!
Claire Allen Claire Allen is a performer and a Teaching Artist of Violin and Strings Coordinator at Mason Community Arts Academy. Since joining the string faculty at MCAA in 2013, she has taught a studio of violinists ages four to adult, cr...2022-11-3033 min
Time To PracticeCommunity & Support for Parents/Caregivers with Violist Grazzia Rode-SagastumeOn this week's episode of the Time to Practice podcast we're speaking with violist Grazzia Rode-Sagastume about how she fell in love with the Viola right from the start of her music journey, the importance of community, and how she works to support parents and caregivers in her program. Links in this Episode: Find Grazzia on Instagram Omaha Conservatory of Music Music Practice Makeover Detailed show notes and Transcript at www.SuzukiTriangle.com/TTPEpisode38/2022-04-1230 minTime To PracticeBehind the Scenes Peek at Music Practice MakeoverJoin the host of the Time to Practice podcast Christine E Goodner as she shares some of the behind-the-scenes process of how her new book Music Practice Makeover came into existence. You can get your own copy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3L0PYd2 or find it on apple books, barnes & noble, KOBO and more here: https://books2read.com/u/b6M9ly You can find detailed show notes and a transcript of this episode at www.SuzukiTriangle.com/TTPEpisode37/2022-04-0511 minTime To PracticeSetting Goals for Music Practice with Ángel M. Falú-GarcíaThis week on the podcast we're speaking with freelance artist and viola & violin teacher Ángel Falú-García. We talk about his start in music and how he ended up playing the viola, what he learned the hard way about practice and how that influences how he works with his students now and more. Links in this episode Find Ángel M. Falú's Teaching Page on Facebook Find Ángel M. Falú-García on Instagram Pre-order Christine's New Book Music Practice Makeover, out next week HERE. Find Christine on Instagram2022-03-1529 minTime To PracticeFour Very Different Reasons We PracticeIn my work conducting interviews, giving talks and workshops, and working with many families over the last two decades, I've realized there are many, many reasons we practice. In this episode I share four common reasons we practice. Of course one reason is that we want to, or love to, practice. But there are other very valid experiences around practice too! Links from this episode: PreOrder the ebook of Music Practice Makeover HERE Find Christine on Instagram2022-03-0709 minTime To PracticePractice, Performance, & The Creative Process with Courtney WoodwardIn this episode, we are speaking with music educator and children's author Courtney Woodward. In our conversation she shared with her students in the classroom about practice, how the process of writing and publishing a book is so related to music, and all about her new children's book out today! Links from this episode: Courtney's Instagram Courtney's Facebook Courtney's Website The New Book Family Dynamics on Amazon & on Barnes&Noble.com Detailed show notes and transcript at SuzukiTriangle.com/TTPEpisode34/2022-03-0124 minTime To PracticeMotivation & A Musical Environment with Barbie WongThis week on the Time to Practice Podcast we're speaking with music educator Barbie Wong. We talk about her research into the lives of musicians, how we can create an environment that supports young musicians' growth, and some great tips for motivation and music practice. You won't want to miss this conversation! Links in this Episode: Find Barbie’s Facebook Group Barbie’s website: https://www.barbiewong.com/ Barbie Wong’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/barbiewong Find Barbie Wong on Instagram: www.instagram.com/barbiewongmusic Detailed Show Notes...2022-02-2233 minTime To PracticeBuilding Motivation & Enjoyment in Music Practice with Tiana AngusThis week we’re speaking with violinist, performer, & Suzuki teacher Tiana Angus. Tiana Angus is an enthusiastic and passionate Suzuki violin teacher in QLD, Australia. She has a number of creative, colorful resources to help violinists practice at www.dolcestrings.com.au. She is also practice partner to her own two young children. In this episode, we talk about what Tiana remembers about music growing up, the unexpected declaration she made to her very first teacher, and ideas for keeping practice motivating for young musicians. Links in this Episode: Find Tiana on Inst...2022-02-1525 minTime To PracticeThe Connection Between Feeling & Sound with Kayleigh MillerThis week we’re speaking with Violist and movement specialist Kayleigh Miller. Kayleigh is certified in yoga, pilates, and personal training. She is also a performing musician in the Pacific Northwest. We talk about how her relationship to practice has changed over time, the connection between movement and music, and many thoughts about practice and life as a musician. Links in this Episode: Find Kayleigh on Instagram : www.Instagram.com/kayleighmm Kayleigh Miller’s Websites: www.Kayleigh-Miller.com www.Musicianshealthcollective.com The Art of Practicing by Delin...2022-02-0836 minTime To PracticeTeamwork & Practice with Young MusiciansThis week on the Time to Practice podcast we're talking about working as a team, with our young musicians, to get practice done as effectively and peacefully as possible. Adopting this mindset, or approach can be a huge game-changer! You can read more about this in a past article by Christine Goodner HERE. You can read this episode in blog post form here: www.SuzukiTriangle.com/TTPEpisode30/ Support the podcast by joining our next live event all about the 4 young musician practice personalities. Register here: https://bit.ly/3fS71Aa Find C...2022-02-0107 minTime To PracticeBringing Our Human Experience to Music with Violinist & Violist Raymond MallariThis week we’re speaking with violinist & violist Raymond Mallari. We talk about motivation, how he used to think he didn’t like to practice when he was younger but has changed his mind, and the importance of incorporating the human side of ourselves as musicians into our music. I hope you find this episode as fun & inspirational as I did. Links in this Episode: Find Raymond on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/mallari.raymond & https://www.instagram.com/misterraymusic Greater Philidelphia Suzuki Association Detailed Show Notes & Transcript can be found at ww...2022-01-2535 minTime To PracticeNurturing Each Student as They Are with Violinist Kristina TurnerThis week we are talking to violinist, music teacher, and parent Kristina Turner. Kristina grew up in Bellingham, Washington, and now lives in Salt Lake City Utah where she teaches on the faculty of The Gifted Music School. We talk about what drew her to teaching, what she learned about practicing the hard way, and the lessons she's learned from practicing music with her son. Enjoy! Links in this Episode: Kristina Turner's Website: https://kristurnerviolin.com/ The Gifted Music School:https://www.giftedmusicschool.org/ Transcript & detailed show notes can be found at...2022-01-1826 minTime To PracticeThe Importance of Efficient Practice with Violist Lisa DyvigIn this week’s episode, we’re speaking with Lisa Dyvig. Lisa is a professional violist living in Olympia Washington. She is also a music teacher & parent of two young musicians. Lisa is the owner and creator of Alto Clef gifts - which features fun gifts, mugs, t-shirts and more that she was inspired to create after realizing how many cool music items are out there for other instruments and wanting violists to be included too. We talk about efficient practice, what can make practice challenging, and how Lisa has found ways to mentor teens learn...2022-01-1126 minTime To PracticeThe Only Way You Get Better is By Making Mistakes with Dr. Molly Gebrian (Best of)In this episode we're revisiting a conversation we had with Dr. Molly Gebrian, a violist, performer, and teacher who is an expert on the topic of music and the brain. We discuss what practice was like for her growing up, when she knew she wanted to become a professional musician, her background in neuroscience and what she has learned about effective practice that you might be able to try at home and use to benefit your practice sessions. Find Dr. Gebrian’s youtube videos on Music & the Brain: https://mollygebrian.com/music-and-the-brain/ Find Dr. Gebrian’s websi...2022-01-0433 minTime To PracticeBest Practice Tips of 2021 (Part Two)This week’s episode is the second in a two-part series recapping the best practice tips our Time to Practice guests shared at the end of their episodes this year. It’s a great way to remember all the great practice ideas shared on the podcast in 2021, and if you missed any of these interviews, it might spark your interest in catching up with some past episodes. Enjoy! Links from Today’s Episode: January Live Event Sign up: bit.ly/3mkTHrE Links to Past Episodes: https://suzukitriangle.com/podcast/ Transcri...2021-12-2714 minTime To PracticeBest Practice Tips of 2021 (Part One)This week’s episode starts a two-part series (to be continued next week) recapping the best practice tips our Time to Practice guests shared at the end of their episodes this year. It’s a great way to remember all the great practice ideas shared on the podcast in 2021 and if you missed any of these interviews, it may spark your interest in catching up with some past episodes. Enjoy! Links from Today’s Episode: January Live Event Sign up: bit.ly/3mkTHrE Links to Past Episodes: https://suzukitriangle.com/podcast/ Tr...2021-12-2115 minTime To PracticeSetting Goals in Unusual Times with Jessica PerestaIn this episode, we're speaking with music educator Jessica Peresta. We talk about her memories of learning music as a child, a great practice tip, and have some real talk about how to think about making goals and preparing for a new year as teachers and parents who may feel burnout or exhausted. This conversation was really helpful for me personally and I hope it will be for you too! Links in this Episode: Jessica Peresta's website: The Domestic Musician where you can find links to her resources and podcast. Find J...2021-12-1431 minTime To Practice3 Ways to Think About Measuring Progress with Christine GoodnerToday Christine is sharing a few ideas about measuring our progress at the end of the year. Especially when it comes to progress on an instrument with young musicians, here are three ways we can think about looking back and seeing how far we've come this year. Links from Today’s Episode: The Gap and The Gain Invisible Things by Andy J. Pizza Positive Practice by Christine E Goodner Transcripts are available at www.SuzukiTriangle.com/TTPEpisode22/ Find me on Instagram: www.Instagram.com/suzukitriangle/ Sup...2021-12-0710 minTime To PracticeExecutive Function Skills & Music Practice with Emily HaweThis week we're talking to Executive Function Skills coach Emily Hawe all about the skills we use in practice and how we (as teachers and practice partners) can help our children and students develop them. Links from this Episode: Website: https://www.mindlaunchers.com/ Get a weekly resource from Emily in your email: https://www.mindlaunchers.com/mind-launcher-club Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindlaunchers/ Your Fantastic Elastic Brain https://bookshop.org/books/your-fantastic-elastic-brain-stretch-it-shape-it/9780982993804 Transcript & Detailed Show Notes Here: www.SuzukiTriangle.com/TTPEpisode21/ Support the Podcast:2021-11-3032 minTime To PracticeOn Gratitude & Being HumanDoesn't it always affect us most when an artist shares themselves through their music and makes us feel something? It may be joy or deep sorrow, but feeling deeply through music is such a moving experience. Having music in our lives is a wonderful way to feel things deeply, the joy and the hard things. It's a great way to have a place to be with each other as we're going through things. So that's what I'm grateful for at this moment - I'm wishing you listening, the space to feel grateful or mournful or e...2021-11-2306 minTime To PracticeGood Practice Makes Good Habits with Tamara GonzalezThis week we're speaking with Violinist & Violist, Suzuki Teacher, conductor, and music education advocate Tamara Gonzalez. We discuss the importance of school music programs, how vital an orchestra experience is if you have one in your community, and many helpful ideas about practice. Find Tamara Gonzalez's Bio and information Here Find Detailed Show notes & transcript HERE 2021-11-1634 minTime To PracticeThe Secret to Practice is Understanding Yourself with Claire AllenThis week we're talking to violinist, music educator, and writer Claire Allen. On this episode we're discussing effective practice, tapping into what students want to improve in their playing, and how understanding ourselves is really the key to effective practice. Links from Today's Episode: Claire Allen’s Website Find Claire Allen on Instagram Find Claire Allen’s Studio on Instagram Find Claire’s writing on violinist.com Find Claire’s Bonfire store with violin tshirts & more Find Detailed show notes & Transcript Here Support the podcast...2021-11-0936 minTime To PracticeEncouraging Teens in Music LessonsChristine is sharing a mini pep-talk today all about encouraging the teens in our lives who are studying music. Hear ideas about encouraging things to say, do, and what professional musicians say encourages them. Links in this Epsisode: Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain by Daniel Siegel, M.D. The Whole Brain Child by Daniel Siegel, M.D. Beyond the Music Lesson: Habits of Successful Suzuki Families Positive Practice: 5 Steps to Help Your Child Your Child Develop a Love of Music Find Christine on In...2021-11-0214 min
Rescot CreativeWriting, Performing, and the Creative Process/Tips for Practice (Ideas para Practicar)
I was thrilled to speak with Author/Suzuki teacher Christine Goodner from The Suzuki Triangle Blog/ Time to Practice Podcast! Click HERE for full episode!
If you haven’t yet, I highly recommend checking out Christine’s incredible resources for teachers and parents of musicians! I took one of her online courses a year ago, and it was incredible!… Read More... 2021-10-2600 minTime To PracticeWriting, Performing, & The Creative Process with Ashley RescotOn today's episode of the TIme to Practice podcast we're speaking with violinist and author Ashley Rescot. Ashley describes herself as an "aficionado of music, pedagogy, family, faith, and language." She writes about her life as a musician and writes fiction geared toward young musicians that they can connect and relate to. We got a chance to sit down recently and talk about fiction as motivation for young musicians, how the creative process for musicians and writers is related, and of course music practice. Links from Today’s Episode: Website: https://www.rescotcreative.com/ B...2021-10-2627 minTime To PracticeBe Intentional & Keep Going with Dr. Quinton MorrisOn this week's episode of the podcast we have the pleasure of speaking with violinist, educator, entrepreneur, radio host, and filmmaker Dr. Quinton Morris. To highlight a few of his current roles: Dr. Morris is Associate Professor of Violin at Seattle University, Founder of Key to Change, and the Artist-Scholar in Residence at Classical King FM 98.1, where he hosts the radio and video show Unmute The Voices . Links from Today’s Episode: Dr. Morris’ Radio Show Unmute the Voices: https://www.king.org/unmute-the-voices/ Key to Change Studio: https://www.keytochangestudio.org/ You...2021-10-1931 minTime To PracticeMusic History We Weren't Taught: An Interview with Chenoa MurphyToday we're speaking with Chenoa Alamu Murphy who is a violinist, teacher, and speaker who offers fabulous courses online about Black Classical Composers & Musicians, as well as Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We talk about diversifying our repertoire, some of her story as a musician, incorporating music history we wish we had known growing up, music practice, and more. Links from Today’s Episode: Chenoa Murphy's website where you can find links to her courses: www.blackclassicalmusicians.com Contact Chenoa: chenoa@blackclassicalmusicians.com Show Notes & Transcript available at: www.SuzukiTriangle.com/TT...2021-10-1229 minTime To PracticeMotivation for Musicians with Ruth MeintsOn this week’s podcast, we’re talking to Ruth Meints. Ruth is the Executive Director of the Omaha Conservatory of Music and creator of String Sprouts, a program that connects over 1200 students in her community to music lessons. Ruth has a new book: The Music Teacher’s Little Guide to Big Motivation and I can’t wait to dive in and talk to her all about motivation, her work with music students, and her own story as a musician. Links from Today’s Episode: String Sprouts http://www.stringsprouts.org/ Omaha Conserva...2021-10-0533 minTime To Practice5 Practice Tips for Supporting Young Musicians with Christine GoodnerToday we're doing something a little bit different . . . Christine is sharing five practice tips to keep in mind when supporting the young musicians in your life. Detailed show notes and transcript available HERE Find Christine's Books: Beyond the Music Lesson & Positive Practice Find Christine on Instagram @SuzukiTriangle Sign up for the next Pep Talk on Oct 16th Time to Practice Pep Talks HERE 2021-09-2810 minTime To PracticeGrowth, Beauty & Connection with Brittany Gardner and Kelly McConkie StewartOn this week’s episode, we’re talking to two cellists from Salt Lake City who are performers, teachers, parents, and workshop clinicians and who run a wonderful cello choir together that has been especially inspiring to them and their students this past year. Kelly McConkie Steward: www.instagram.com/mcstewart_cellostudio http://www.stewartcellostudio.com/ Brittany Gardner www.instagram.com/gardenercellostudio www.gardnercellostudio.com Detailed show notes and transcript available HERE Reach out: TimetoPracticePodcast@gmail.com Find Christine on Instagra...2021-09-2134 minTime To PracticeUntold Stories Around Us with Diane WortheyToday we're speaking with violinist, teacher, and author Diane Worthey. Diane teaches in the preparatory Strings Division at the University of Idaho and is the author of the recent book IN ONE EAR & OUT THE OTHER: ANTONIA BRICO & HER AMAZINGLY MUSICAL LIFE and the recipient of the 2021 Paterson Prize for Young Readers. We discussed her journey with practice as a musician, what inspired her to write her book, and her passion for telling untold stories, especially of women in music history, around her. Find Diane’s Website: https://dianeworthey.blog/ Find In One Ear & Out th...2021-09-1431 min
Ordinary To BadassWhy Christine Goodner is so Badass!In this episode you'll hear 3 reasons why Christine Goodner is so Badass!
In case you missed episode 144 Christine is a violinist, music teacher, author and speaker. She teaches music in an out of the box way!
Listen to the episode, take a screenshot and share your takeaways on IG with Christine Goodner and I (@ordinarytobadass).
To your Badassery,
Marie 2021-09-0916 minOrdinary To BadassHow to create a music Habit with your kidsChristine Goodner is a Violinist, Music Educator, Author & Speaker from Hillsboro, OR. She has experienced all sides of home practice as student, parent and teacher and is passionate about helping students reach their goals and develop a life-long love of music and supporting the adults who help them.
She is the author of Beyond the Music Lesson: Habits of Successful Suzuki Families and Positive Practice: 5 Steps to Helping Your Child Develop a Love of Music, Host of the Time to Practice Podcast, and a frequent speaker and clinician on the topic of helping reduce conflict during music practice so students can ge...2021-09-0637 minTime To PracticeMusic Opens Doors to the Whole World with Maria De AlbaOn this week’s episode we are speaking with cellist, parent and music educator Maria De Alba. Director of the International Suzuki Monterrey Festival for 7 years and Festival Bach to Cello for 2 years.She currently lives in Europe, Poland where she directs the Suzuki Cello Studio with students from Poland, Mexico and the USA. We talk all about parenting, teaching and what she has learned about practice from them both. Find Maria De Alba on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0HeiA5q5-O1wNc5EEOdcdg Find Maria De Alba on Instagram htt...2021-08-3134 minTime To PracticeMusic is for Everyone with Bryson TarbetOn this week's podcast we're talking about music practice, motivation and how sometimes practicing music looks like being a kid with Elementary Music Educator Bryson Tarbet. Bryson is a PreK-6th grade general music teacher just outside of Columbus, Ohio. He received his Bachelor’s of Music in Music Education from Ohio Wesleyan University and is currently in the process of completing Master’s of Music in Music Education with a Kodály emphasis at Capital University. Bryson spent his first year out of college as part of an elementary school intervention team and he fell i...2021-08-2422 minTime To PracticeI Want Them to Find Their VoiceOn this week’s episode, we are speaking with Dr. Shu-Yi Scott. Dr. Shu-Yi Scott holds a MM in cello performance from Penn State University and a DMA in cello performance from the University of Texas at Austin. She became a registered Suzuki cello teacher trainer in 2019. In this episode, we talked about practice, parenting, and how young musicians develop their own voices. I hope you enjoy this conversation! Find Shu-Yi Scott’s Website: http://www.shuyicello.com/ To Submit a question for an upcoming Pep talk (google form) Detailed show notes...2021-08-1727 minTime To PracticeCreating a Laboratory for Learning with Laura SinclairIn today's episode we're talking Laura Sinclair - a violinist, violist, performer and educator all about how to learn together, about ourselves and our children, as we practice. We talk about practice, big feelings that happen in the practice room, brain research and much more. Find links to Laura’s social media and resources here: https://linktr.ee/lauraksinclair To Submit a question for an upcoming Pep talk (google form) Detailed show notes and transcript available HERE Reach out: TimetoPracticePodcast@gmail.com Find Christine on Instagram @SuzukiTriangle Sign up...2021-08-1040 minTime To PracticeThe Fun is Had Once You Put in the Work with Rebecca LaneOn this episode, we talk to Rebecca Lane. Rebecca is the director, founder, and owner of Lane Music School. She co-hosts the Kids Q the Music Podcast with her daughter Zara and coaches teachers and professional musicians in their businesses. She is a violinst, a teacher, a mom and we talk about embarrassing practice stories, practice with our children, why we teach and how the fun is had once we've practiced and gained the skills we need. Rebecca’s Website:https://www.rebeccalanecoaching.com/ Find Rebecca on Instagram: www.Instagram.com/rebeccalanecoach The Lan...2021-08-0324 minTime To PracticePull People Up Alongside You with Calida JonesCalida Jones is a violinist with her Masters in Violin Performance and Suzuki Pedagogy from the Hartt School. She has taught in a variety of music settings including Suzuki and El-Sistema-inspired programs. Calida is an activist, consultant, and speaker. She is the former Director of Engagement at the Hartt School and has just begun a new role as Vice President of Planning and Capacity Building for the Arts Consulting Group. We talk about how she started her journey as a musician (which I’m sure you can relate to if you are a musician or are...2021-07-2735 minTime To PracticeThe Only Way You Get Better is By Making Mistakes with Dr. Molly GebrianIn this episode we talk to Dr. Molly Gebrian, a violist, performer, and teacher who is an expert on the topic of music and the brain. We discuss what practice was like for her growing up, when she knew she wanted to become a professional musician, her background in neuroscience and what she has learned about effective practice that you might be able to try at home and use to benefit your practice sessions. Find Dr. Gebrian’s youtube videos on Music & the Brain: https://mollygebrian.com/music-and-the-brain/ Find Dr. Gebrian’s website: https...2021-07-2032 minTime To Practice2. Parents Should Know They're Not Alone with Kimberley WongIn this episode, we’re talking with Kimberley Wong a violinist and Suzuki teacher from London. Kimberley is passionate about helping parents and families make music practice less stressful and more effective. We discuss how important it is to have community and not feel alone, Kimberley’s 3 E’s for practice, and what studying music when we’re young gives us as adults. Check out her website for resources and to follow her on social media. Find Kimberley Wong’s website: https://kimberleywong.com/ Reach out: TimetoPracticePodcast@gmail.com Find Christine on Instagram @SuzukiTrian...2021-07-1528 minTime To Practice1. High Standards & Lots of Grace with Abigail PetersonIn this episode we talk to Abigail Peterson, a violinist, Suzuki teacher, Suzuki parent, and my co-host from the Beyond the Music Lesson Podcast. We talk about what practice was like as a professional musician and practice partner to young children over the last 18 months, motivation for music students, understanding your child’s unique needs to help with practice, and more. Find Abigail Peterson on Instagram @abellimentoviolin Abigail Peterson’s website: https://www.abellimentoviolin.com Get full, detailed show notes here: SuzukiTriangle.com/TTPEpisode1 Reach out: TimetoPracticePodcast@gmail.c...2021-07-1320 minTime To PracticeTrailer: Time to Practice with Christine GoodnerChristine Goodner learned the hard way how to practice music effectively with her own children. Now as part of her mission to make it easier for other families she is hosting conversations all about the ups and downs of practice and how we can help the young musicians in our lives navigate them in her new podcast "Time to Practice." Follow Christine on Instagram www.instagram.com/suzukitriangle and Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ChristineEGoodner. Clips from upcoming interviews with: Abigail Peterson, Kimberly Wong, Dr. Molly Gebrian, Rebecca Lane and Calida Jones. 2021-07-0402 min
Kids Q The MusicPositive Practicing with Christine GoodnerWhat makes practicing fun for your child? Games, stickers, movement? And what makes practicing fun for you? Maybe a big cup of coffee? Violin teacher and practice expert Christine Goodner believes when both student and parent are enjoying practice time, it makes for more successful music making! In this episode Christine share some tips and tricks to make practicing fun for all involved!Find more practice tips from Christine:Website: http://suzukitriangle.comInstagram: @suzukitriangle 2021-05-2921 min
Valiantly SpokenChristine Wilson Goodner '95: Practice Makes PerfectChristine joins us to discuss her journey through Valley Catholic to become a violin instructor and specializing in helping parents and children practice successfully together.Blog: SuzukiTriangle.com Podcast: Beyond The Music Lesson Books: Beyond the Music Lesson https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Music-Lesson-Successful-Families/dp/0999119206/ref=asc_df_0999119206/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312030486371&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=6430739047987019600&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9032904&hvtargid=pla-416964181330&psc=1Positive Practice: 5 Steps to Help Your Child...2020-07-3114 min
Beyond the Music LessonEp 40: Dream Big & Be Courageous with Chili Dog StringsJoin us in Episode 40 as we talk to Rachel Samson and Neil Gilfillian of Chili Dog Strings. We talk about tips for Summer Practice, keeping inspiration alive as teachers and for our students, and hear all about Neil & Rachel's new project for violin students: The Twinkle Factory. Links from today's show: Bulletproof Musician Blog Kids Aren't Lazy: Developing Motivation and Talent Through Music The Twinkle Factory 2019-08-0543 minBeyond 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 38: Focusing on the Process & the Relationship with Brittany GardnerOn this week's episode we announce our Beyond the Music Lesson Book Club pick for next month. We also share a tip about planning for summer and a great resource that Christine is going to use in her next group class. We had a great conversation with Brittany Gardner about practicing with our own children, one we plan to recommend to all the parents in our studio as a "must listen." We hope you feel as inspired as we did! Links from the show: Our Book Club book: The Gardener & The Carpenter Su...2019-05-0330 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 34 Female Composers & the Suzuki Studio with Claire AllenJoin Abby & Christine as they answer a listener question about perfectionism and share their tips for the week. Our guest this week is Claire Allen and we're talking all about female composers and how to bring their work and music into our teaching studios! Trello & Master Trello for Business e-course Suzuki Association of the Americans Institute Listing Christine's Orchestra camp Summer Music PDX "I Can Read Music" by Joanne Martin Violin Music by Women Claire's Guide to Integrating "Violin Music by Women" with the Suzu...2019-02-2030 minBeyond the Music LessonEp 33: Access & Equity in Music Education with Clara HardieOn this week's episode we answer a question about students taking more initiative to practice. We also share a few resources we love including a podcast and a fiction book we think you'll enjoy. We are thrilled to be talking to Clara Hardie of Detroit Youth Volume about her work with the program and ideas that can inspire us all to improve access to music education. Show Notes: Building Noble Hearts podcast The Music Shop by Rachel Joyce Detroit Youth Volume website If you are enjoying the show...2019-02-0643 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 30 Part 2 - The Importance of Mindset with Amy Beth HormanToday we're excited to share part two of our interview with Amy Beth Horman. Join us as we talk about what practice is like in her house, a resource she uses all the time, what inspired her to start her own podcast, and her advice for parents. If you haven't listened to the first half of this interview yet be sure to go back and find Episode 29. Enjoy! Show Notes: Amy's Instagram Big Life Journal website and Facebook "Real Life" Post on Amy's Instagram Beyond the Tri...2018-12-2326 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. 25: Inspiring Teen Musicians with Colleen FitzgeraldOn this week's episode we answer a listener question about keeping practice from becoming stale and give tips about managing to do lists and managing practice for teens. We also talk to Colleen Fitzgerald who expertly works with the teens in her program to keep them engaged in music lessons. You don't want to miss this interview if you have a teen or teach them! Show Notes: Fostering Creativity blog post Todoist app Barcel Suzuki String Academy website Don't forget to follow along with our next book discus...2018-11-0728 minBeyond the Music LessonEp. 24: Balancing Performing and Teaching with Kela WaltonOn this week's episode Christine and Abby answer a question about creating community and announce our book club book for the fall. Get your copy at your local library or here: How to Talk So Kids Can Learn . If you want to send us your comments about the book you can email us at BeyondtheMusicLesson@gmail.com. Show Notes Kela's Website | Facebook | Instagram and Twitter Buffalo Philharmonic website Buffalo Suzuki Strings website Bulletproof Musician article on practice If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a rat...2018-10-2630 minBeyond the Music LessonEp. 23: Understanding Communities & How Students Learn with Michele HornerOn this week's episode we discuss how to work through music students being tired when they first start full-day school. We also share an organizational tip and a listening idea. Our guest today is Michele Horner. Her great book has helped many teachers and families understand their students better. Today we do a deep dive with her on understanding the personality of communities and "the dark side" of each personality described in her book. I took lots of notes and found it very helpful! Show Notes: Slack Hillary Hahn Plays Bach...2018-10-1748 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. 17: Group Class Inspiration with Amy MatherlyOn this week's podcast we talk with Amy Matherly about group classes, she has great tips and ideas to share! We also answer a listener question about keeping the non practice parent involved in music lessons and share a tip about staying motivated over the summer. Show Notes Article about Summer Practice on Christine's Blog Maestro Classics CD Collection Pakachoag Music School Progressive Scales for Violin Amy Matherly's Group Classics Book Reading Music: A Guide for Suzuki Violin Students CAM Publications 2018-05-1624 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. 15: Cultural Diversity In Music Education with Laurita JaureguiThis week we answer a listener question about rushing through practice and how to help our children and students slow down a bit and focus more! We have a great conversation with Laurita Jauregui about her work in Portland, OR with BRAVO, Oregon's only current El Sistema Program. We talk about how the program started and how it is impacting students. We also talk about teaching and Laurita gives us a great final tip that is important for everyone to remember. Links from today's show: Stephanie's Music Shop on Etsy Dvorak's New...2018-05-0235 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. 12: Introducing Students to Music History with Hadley Johnson GibbonsWelcome to this week's episode! We share new tips, a great listening suggestion and answer a new listener question. On this week's episode we're talking to Hadley Johnson Gibbons about her book From Suzuki to Mozart: A History of the Repertoire from Suzuki Violin Books 1-10 and why learning music history is important for students of all ages. Links from today's show: Gershwin and Bernstein album Hadley's Book: From Suzuki to Mozart The Rest is Noise by Alex Ross If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a r...2018-04-1132 minBeyond the Music LessonEp. 11: Success in a School Music Program with Anthony MazzocchiOn Today's episode we answer a listener question about when a child is talking too much in the music lesson and share our tips of the week. Our guest on the show is educator and trombonist Anthony Mazzocchi. He is also author of the book The Music Parent's Guide: A Survival Kit for the New Music Parent. We had a great conversation about success in school music programs and how parents can help. Anthony had great things to say about the myth of talent and practice that apply to all students - in school programs or private st...2018-03-2729 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 LessonEp. 7: SECE as a Springboard for Starting Suzuki Lessons with Lenni JabourIn this episode we answer a listener question about buying instruments online, find out a funny similarity we have with each other during our listener tip discussion, and have a wonderful conversation with Lenni Jabour. Ask a Listener Question Show Notes Lenni Jabour's Website: Little Music Online violin shops: Shar Music, Southwest Strings, Potter Violins, Johnson String Instruments *Disclaimer* - We strongly recommend seeking your teacher's advice before purchasing any instruments! Gretchen Rubin's Four Tendencies Quiz David Bowie narrates "Peter and the Wolf" "Every Chil...2018-02-2832 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
Beyond the Music LessonEp. 4: Parent Encouragement with Paula BirdIn Episode four we answer a listener question about older beginners and share our tip and listening suggestion of the week. We also have a great conversation with Paula Bird that is full of great ideas whether you are a parent, or are a teacher helping parents work with their children. If you enjoyed this episode please be sure to subscribe so you don't miss future episodes. It also helps a lot if you will take a minute to rate & review the show so others can find it. Ask a Listener Question Here ar...2018-01-3132 min
Beyond the Music LessonEp. 3: Music Arranging & The Creative Process with Martha YasudaToday we share tips, listening recommendations and have a great conversation with Violin teacher and music arranger Martha Yasuda. Here all about how she got started arranging music, her creative process, and how giving one hundred percent and focusing on the little details make all the difference. Ask a Listener Question Links from today's show: Parents as Partners (a resource from the Suzuki Association of the America's with great motivational videos by (and for) teachers and parents. How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying Martha Yasuda's website Fo...2018-01-2422 min
Beyond the Music LessonEngaging Practice with Neil & Rachel of Chili Dog StringsIn this week's show Abigail & Christine share another great resource and listening idea to check out at home. We also had a wonderful time talking with Neil and Rachel Samson of Chili Dog Strings about having engaging practice sessions. They have wonderful ideas to share with you! Ask a Listener Question Here are some links to check out from the show: My Music Staff for studio management Concertos from my Childhood, Itzhak Perlman Find Chili Dog Strings online! Website, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube If you enjo...2018-01-1934 min
Beyond the Music LessonInstitutes & Workshops with Jennifer BurtonWelcome to our first full length episode. Today Abigail and Christine will be sharing a tip of the week, a listening recommendation and we have a great interview with Jennifer Burton. Jennifer Burton will share her experience meeting Dr. Suzuki, great stories from teaching, and how workshops and institutes benefit teachers, parents and students alike. Ask a Listener Question Here are some links that you'll hear us talk about in the show: 8notes.com Beethoven Symphony No. 9, Minnesota Orchestra Suzuki Association of Wisconsin Ameri...2018-01-1936 min
Beyond the Music LessonIntroducing the Beyond the Music Lesson PodcastWelcome to Beyond the Music Lesson! A weekly podcast featuring interviews and conversation about learning music, teaching music, and parenting music students. Join hosts Abigail Peterson and Christine Goodner as they introduce the show and themselves. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram Facebook Page: Beyond the Music Lesson Podcast https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/ Have a listener question? Send us an email at BeyondtheMusicLesson@gmail.com Be sure to subscribe to get all our latest episodes! 2018-01-1604 min
The Same 24 Hours45: Christine Goodner: Music, Children and the Suzuki Triangle"The Viola is NOT just a big violin." (We make music jokes here on the podcast!) Christine Goodman is a Suzuki violin teacher, mom, & Suzuki student from the age of 3. Her writing and book, "Beyond the Music Lesson" is designed to give teachers, parents & students new ideas, inspiration and remind us of the powerful impact of music and the Suzuki method in our lives.
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