On 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 webs...
Apr 25, 2018•33 min•Season 1Ep. 14
This 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 Conse...
Apr 18, 2018•26 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Welcome 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, ple...
Apr 11, 2018•33 min•Season 1Ep. 12
On 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 ...
Mar 27, 2018•30 min•Season 1Ep. 11
On 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...
Mar 21, 2018•29 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Today 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 lis...
Mar 14, 2018•39 min•Season 1Ep. 9
On 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,...
Mar 07, 2018•34 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In 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...
Feb 28, 2018•32 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Join 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: Lif...
Feb 21, 2018•46 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Welcome 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...
Feb 07, 2018•32 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In 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...
Jan 31, 2018•32 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Today 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 S...
Jan 24, 2018•22 min•Season 1Ep. 3
In 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 , Instagra...
Jan 19, 2018•35 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Welcome 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 ...
Jan 19, 2018•37 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Welcome 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 [email protected] Be sure to subscribe to get all our late...
Jan 16, 2018•5 min
