Primer
Level 1
Level 2A
Level 2B
Level 3A
Level 3B
TIP #1 - Set the right expectations for piano education and practice (both for yourself and your child)
TIP #2 - Ask the right questions after the music lessons
TIP #3 - Be involved in the first practice after the lesson
TIP #4 - Guide your children so they avoid referring to their pieces as ‘hard’ and ‘easy’
TIP #5 - Accept negative feelings as part of your musical growth
TIP #6 - Rethink what 'talent' means to you and discuss with your children
TIP #7 - Consider 'practice' a skill to build, master and retain just like any other skill
TIP #8 - Recognize how our emotions might reflect on our children and turn that into a tool to support them in their growth in music education
TIP #9 - Make it a goal to follow a practice schedule/routine however don’t sweat if it doesn’t happen
TIP #10 - Create a practice structure to follow and still leave room to be spontaneous
TIP #11 - Find the right length of practice to leave motivated to do it again the next day
TIP #12 - Make the recital experience something to look forward to and help them celebrate their achievements
TIP #13 - We are the first role-models for our children
TIP #14 - Creating a welcoming environment for practice is the key!
TIP #15 - Create a practice tool box to fix problems during practice
TIP #16 - Keep it going during the holidays
TIP #17 - Get motivated by your goals
TIP #18 - Give choices as children appreciate any opportunity for autonomy
TIP #19 - Metronome can be your best friend while practicing
TIP #20 - Be creative with rewards
TIP #21 -Empower children through positive reinforcement
TIP #22 - Use tools and games to make music education even more fun!
TIP #23 - Share your expectations with your teachers and your school
TIP #24 - Share your struggles with your teachers and your school
TIP #25 - Learn the ways to make online music lessons more efficient and productive
TIP #26 - There is a lot to do on the internet where our students can have fun and continue learning about music!
TIP #27 - Welcome the challenges of getting back to music lessons after the summer break
TIP #28 - Choose the right curriculum and the events
SPECIAL:
TIPS FOR PREPARING FOR THE FEDERATION AUDITIONS