Q: What
age should my child begin music lessons?
A:The optimum age is 8, however younger children can have an aptitude for
musical rhythm and can begin at age 4, or 5.
Q: What
are some of the goals I need to expect my child to have in a life of music?
A: The ultimate challenge for a parent is to nurture your child in a positive
manner void of constant nagging that could potentially harm him/her present
or future development. Having the child grow musically is the first goal of
the teacher rather than the yearly examination schedule that may bring unexpected
results.
Q: What
style of music should my child learn and is it necessary to ensure a musical
school credit is achieved?
A: We must never confine a child to a certain genre or style of music and
always draw from many different sources. Taking examinations to achieve a
school credit is attainable although not the entire circumference of one's
musical growth pattern.
Q: What
happens if my child gets discouraged throughout his/her musical study all
year?
A: There are many approaches to this art and we must never limit the musical
study to technique or graded repertoire. Striking a balance of classical and/or
popular music can allow a student to appreciate the various styles that evolved
from these eras.
Q: Are
Festivals and examinations necessary and should I encourage my child to participate
in them?
A: Festivals and examinations can be rewarding however discouraging at times.
They allow performance exposure which can enhance the student's ability and
self-confidence. We must never allow another person's view or perspective
to govern our future development as a potential musician.