Being an adult beginner in music or any other venture has mental challenges. We must learn to confront the negative messages that keep us stuck and unfulfilled. Here are some things that helped me.

Establishing good practice habits for students is a 3 (or 4) person process. Here are some of my insights and tips for parents trying to get their child to practice!

Consistent, frequent practice creates a habit of practice and develops muscle strength and memory as well as improving your knowledge of how your instrument works. The more you put into something, the more you will get out of it. The more you work at it, the better you will get, and the more fun you will have!

I’ve always loved the changing of the years. Somehow, it brings with it renewed focus, excitement over ideas I want to implement and a resolution of personal growth in the coming months. I always find myself spending a large amount of Januarys exploring ideas about my personal, professional, and family intentions for the new year.