Join 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 &amp; 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

Join us in Episode 40 as we talk to Rachel Samson and Neil Gilfillian of <a href="https://www.chilidogstrings.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Chili Dog Strings. </a> We talk about tips for Summer Practice, keeping inspiration alive as teachers and for our students, and hear all about Neil &amp; Rachel's new project for violin students: <a href="https://www.chilidogstrings.com/twinkle-factory" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Twinkle Factory</a>. Links from today's show:  <a href="https://bulletproofmusician.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bulletproof Musician Blog</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DSRFTMF/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&amp;btkr=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Kids Aren't Lazy: Developing Motivation and Talent Through Music</a> <a href="https://www.chilidogstrings.com/twinkle-factory" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Twinkle Factory</a>

Ep. 40: Dream Big & Be Courageous with Chili Dog Strings 

Allison Woerner

Join 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

Join 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:  <a href="http://www.loom.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Loom</a> <a href="https://www.autismspeaks.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Autism Speaks</a> <a href="https://www.autism-society.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Autism Society</a> Allison's journal articles on the <a href="https://suzukiassociation.org/news/author/allison-huebner-woerner/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> SAA Website</a>

Ep. 39 The Ability of Every Child with Allison Woerner 

Brittany Gardner

On 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 &amp; The Carpenter Suzuki Association of the Americas Institute List  Christine's Orchestra Camp if you're in the Northwest   Chili Dog Strings on our 2nd Episode  Their new resource: The Good, The Bad, and The Rhody

On 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: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1250132258/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Gardener &amp; The Carpenter</a> <a href="https://suzukiassociation.org/events/institutes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Suzuki Association of the Americas</a> <a href="https://suzukiassociation.org/events/institutes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Institute List </a> <a href="http://www.SummerMusicPDX.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Christine's Orchestra Camp if you're in the Northwest</a> <a href="http://beyondthemusiclesson.libsyn.com/engaging-practice-with-neil-rachel-of-chili-dog-strings" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Chili Dog Strings on our 2nd Episode</a> Their new resource: <a href="https://www.chilidogstrings.com/rhody" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Good, The Bad, and The Rhody</a>

Ep 38: Focusing on the Process & the Relationship with Brittany Gardner

Jeff Goins

This week we answer a listener question about helping their child learn to keep a steady beat &amp; 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 &amp; 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 Goins To find Jeff Goins' books, podcast, and courses go to: GoinsWriter.com    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 Instagram

This week we answer a listener question about helping their child learn to keep a steady beat &amp; 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 &amp; failure and much more.  Links from this week's show:  <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Helping-Parents-Practice-Making-Easier/dp/0976785439/ref=sr_1_1?crid=31I2AMS96LERA&amp;keywords=helping+parents+practice+by+edmund+sprunger&amp;qid=1555358880&amp;s=gateway&amp;sprefix=helping+parents+%2Caps%2C524&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Helping Parents Practice</a> by Edmund Sprunger <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Savvy-Music-Teacher-Blueprint-Maximizing/dp/0190200820/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+savvy+music+teacher&amp;qid=1555358953&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Savvy Music Teacher</a> by David Cutler <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Real-Artists-Dont-Starve-Strategies/dp/1400201020/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=real+artists+don%27t+starve&amp;qid=1555358997&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Real Artists Don't Starve  </a>by Jeff Goins To find Jeff Goins' books, podcast, and courses go to: <a href="https://goinswriter.com/hello/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GoinsWriter.com</a> If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a r<a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-music-lesson/id1336178698?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ating or review on Apple Podcasts</a>. This helps our show reach more people! Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Ep 37 Find A Way to Love the Work with Jeff Goins 

Liz Trinidad

Join 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/ through Facebook and Instagram   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 Instagram

Join 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 <a href="https://www.natesviolin.com/018-fake-it-till-you-make-it-how-we-learn-music/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> podcast episode</a> on learning and practicing music  Ray Chen "<a href="https://www.facebook.com/raychenviolinist/videos/331302460814062/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">In the Mind of Ray</a>" Connect with Liz Trinidad on her website <a href="http://theflutelab.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://theflutelab.com/</a> through <a href="http://facebook.com/theflutelab" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="http://instagram.com/theflutelab" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-music-lesson/id1336178698?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> rating or review</a> on Apple Podcasts. This helps our show reach more people! Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Ep 36 Learning to Practice Effectively with Liz Trinidad 

Stacy Smith

Join Christine &amp; 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 Martin  Young Musicians Sue Hunt's Website  Link to get Abbey's listening resource  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 Instagram

Join Christine &amp; 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:  <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Joanne-Martin/e/B001KMH6OA?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&amp;qid=1551877223&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> I Can Read Music by Joanne Martin</a> <a href="https://www.young-musicians.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Young Musicians</a> Sue Hunt's <a href="https://www.musicinpractice.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> Link to get <a href="https://www.abellimentoviolin.com/newsletter" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Abbey's listening resource</a> If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-music-lesson/id1336178698?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> rating or review</a> on Apple Podcasts. This helps our show reach more people! Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Ep 35: Real Talk about Home Practice with Multiple Children with Stacy Smith

Claire Allen

Join Abby &amp; 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  &amp; 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 Suzuki Repertoire  Music by Black Composers Listening to Ladies podcast  Find Claire on Facebook, Instagram, and her website  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 Instagram

Join Abby &amp; 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!  <a href="https://trello.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Trello</a>  &amp; Master Trello for Business <a href="https://www.trelloforbusiness.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">e-course</a> <a href="https://suzukiassociation.org/events/institutes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Suzuki Association of the Americans Institute Listing</a> Christine's Orchestra camp <a href="http://www.SummerMusicPDX.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Summer Music PDX</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Can-Read-Music-Vol-Violin/dp/0874874394/ref=sr%EF%BF%BC_%EF%BF%BC1%EF%BF%BC_%EF%BF%BC1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1550596369&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=i+can+read+music" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> "I Can Read Music"</a> by Joanne Martin  <a href="https://www.violinmusicbywomen.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Violin Music by Women</a> <a href="https://www.violinmusicbywomen.com/blog/guest-blog-by-claire-allen-integrating-repertoire-from-violin-music-by-women-with-suzuki-books-1-2-part-1-of-3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Claire's Guide to Integrating "Violin Music by Women" with the Suzuki Repertoire</a> <a href="https://www.musicbyblackcomposers.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Music by Black Composers</a> <a href="https://listeningtoladies.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Listening to Ladies podcast</a> Find Claire on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/claireallenviolin/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/claireallenviolin/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and her <a href="https://www.claireallenviolin.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a> If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-music-lesson/id1336178698?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> rating or review</a> on Apple Podcasts. This helps our show reach more people! Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Ep 34 Female Composers & the Suzuki Studio with Claire Allen

Clara Hardie

On 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, please leave us a  rating or review on Apple Podcasts. This helps our show reach more people! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram

On 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:  <a href="https://suzukiassociation.org/building-noble-hearts/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Building Noble Hearts podcast</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Music-Shop-Novel-Rachel-Joyce-ebook/dp/B01NAFLSXD/ref=sr%EF%BF%BC_%EF%BF%BC1%EF%BF%BC_%EF%BF%BC1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1549416116&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=the+music+shop" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Music Shop</a> by Rachel Joyce  <a href="http://www.detroityouthvolume.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Detroit Youth Volume website</a> If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-music-lesson/id1336178698?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> rating or review</a> on Apple Podcasts. This helps our show reach more people! Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Ep 33: Access & Equity in Music Education with Clara Hardie

Beyond the Music Lesson is turning one! Join Abbey &amp; 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 

Beyond the Music Lesson is turning one! Join Abbey &amp; 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 <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Ep 32 Expert Tips for Parents & Music Teachers 

Melissa Dinwiddie

Join Christine &amp; 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.   Today's show notes:  Year of Wonder: Classical Music to Enjoy Day by Day by Clemency Burton-Hill  Abbey's Instagram  Tribe Conference  Gretchen Rubin's 18 for 2018 Melissa Dinwiddie's Website: https://melissadinwiddie.com/ 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 Instagram

Join Christine &amp; 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. Today's show notes: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Year-Wonder-Classical-Music-Enjoy-ebook/dp/B077MH2LNQ/ref=sr%EF%BF%BC_%EF%BF%BC1%EF%BF%BC_%EF%BF%BC1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1546966207&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=year+of+wonder" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Year of Wonder: Classical Music to Enjoy Day by Day</a> by Clemency Burton-Hill  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/abellimentoviolin/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Abbey's Instagram</a> <a href="https://tribeconference.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tribe Conference</a> <a href="https://gretchenrubin.com/post_tag/18-for-2018" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gretchen Rubin's 18 for 2018</a> Melissa Dinwiddie's Website: <a href="https://melissadinwiddie.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://melissadinwiddie.com/</a> If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-music-lesson/id1336178698?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> rating or review</a> on Apple Podcasts. This helps our show reach more people! Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Ep 31 Creativity & Self-Compassion for Musicians with Melissa Dinwiddie

Beyond the Music Lesson is an interview style podcast about learning music, teaching music, and parenting music students. Hosts Abigail Peterson and Christine Goodner share from their own experiences growing up learning music, as teachers, and as parents and each episode also features an interview with an expert to help share useful tips and information with listeners. Listen weekly for inspiration!

This is an amazing resource for teachers - I am so inspired and uplifted in my own teaching. This podcast is giving me energy and fresh ideas, right when I need them at the end of the semester!

Amazing!

Great tips and interviews to encourage personal reflection on our Suzuki journey.

What I needed to know!

Beyond the Music Lesson

In this week's show Abigail &amp; 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 enjoyed listening, please leave us a review on iTunes. To send a question for us to answer, find us on Facebook or send us an email at Beyondthemusiclesson@gmail.com. 

In this week's show Abigail &amp; 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!  <a href="https://goo.gl/forms/1nuR5S2W1gb0FGGV2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ask a Listener Question</a> Here are some links to check out from the show:  <a href="http://www.mymusicstaff.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">My Music Staff</a> for studio management <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Concertos-My-Childhood-Itzhak-Perlman/dp/B0152C8LQA/ref=ice_ac_b_dpb?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1516203039&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=concertos+from+my+childhood" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Concertos from my Childhood</a>, Itzhak Perlman Find Chili Dog Strings online! <a href="https://www.chilidogstrings.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/chilidogstrings/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/chilidogstrings/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8iY8qTTGJPUWMhVn0Ene2g?sub_confirmation=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Youtube</a> If you enjoyed listening, please leave us a review on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-0-introducing-the-beyond-the-music-lesson-podcast/id1336178698?i=1000399995082&amp;mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a>. To send a question for us to answer, find us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> or send us an email at <a href="mailto:Beyondthemusiclesson@gmail.com">Beyondthemusiclesson@gmail.com</a>.

Ep. 2: Engaging Practice with Neil & Rachel of Chili Dog Strings 

Christine Goodner

Today 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   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 Instagram

Today 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  <a href="http://harlemquartet.com/recordings/visionary/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://harlemquartet.com/recordings/visionary/</a> The Suzuki Triangle Blog: <a href="http://www.SuzukiTriangle.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SuzukiTriangle.com</a> Christine's New Guide: <a href="https://gum.co/aKhsS" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Peaceful, Productive Practice: A Five Step Process to Transform Your Child's Practice</a> If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-music-lesson/id1336178698?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">rating or review</a> on Apple Podcasts. This helps our show reach more people! Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Ep. 18: Peaceful, Productive Practice with Christine Goodner 

Michele Horner

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: Life Lens: Seeing Your Children in Color  Michele Horner's Website: Michelehorner.net Japanese Method of Multiplication Music Mind Games   Visit our website for show notes. Contact us at BeyondtheMusicLesson@gmail.com  Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates. Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app and consider leaving a rating or review if you are enjoying the show. Thanks for listening &amp; have a wonderful week!

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.  <a href="https://goo.gl/forms/I7MUjjDQscAnkPk52" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Submit a listener question</a> Links from today's show:  <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Testament-Complete-Sonatas-Partitas-Violin/dp/B01D1W7EVG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1518811601&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=testament+rachel+barton+pine" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Testament</a> by Rachel Barton Pine <a href="https://suzukiassociation.org/parents-as-partners/registration/?group=283&amp;from=%2Fparents-as-partners%2F&amp;error=3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Parents as Partners</a> Michele Horner's Book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Life-Lens-Seeing-Children-Color/dp/163505060X" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Life Lens: Seeing Your Children in Color</a> Michele Horner's Website: <a href="Michelehorner.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Michelehorner.net</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0SZw8jpfAk0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Japanese Method of Multiplication</a> <a href="https://www.musicmindgames.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Music Mind Games</a> Visit our <a href="http://beyondthemusiclesson.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a> for show notes. Contact us at <a href="mailto:BeyondtheMusicLesson@gmail.com">BeyondtheMusicLesson@gmail.com</a> Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for the latest updates. <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-music-lesson/id1336178698?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Subscribe</a> to the show on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app and consider leaving a rating or review if you are enjoying the show. Thanks for listening &amp; have a wonderful week!

Ep 6: Practicing for Your Child's Personality with Michele Horner

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 &amp; review the show so others can find it.  Ask a Listener Question Here are links to the resources we talked about today:  Etsy Teachers Pay Teachers  Hush - Yo-Yo Ma &amp; Bobby McFerrin Teach Suzuki Blog  Paula's Teach Suzuki Podcast  Paula's book The Twinkle Project  Ability Development from Age Zero, Shinichi Suzuki  Nurtured by Love, Shinichi Suzuki

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 &amp; review the show so others can find it.  <a href="https://goo.gl/forms/1nuR5S2W1gb0FGGV2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ask a Listener Question</a> Here are links to the resources we talked about today:  <a href="https://www.etsy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Etsy</a> <a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Teachers Pay Teachers</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Hush-YO-YO-MCFERRIN-BOBBY-MA/dp/B000026NI5/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1517169967&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=hush+yo+yo+ma" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Hush</a> - Yo-Yo Ma &amp; Bobby McFerrin Teach Suzuki <a href="http://teachsuzuki.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Blog</a> Paula's Teach Suzuki <a href="http://teachsuzuki.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Podcast</a> Paula's book<a href="https://shop.teachsuzuki.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Twinkle Project</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ability-Development-Suzuki-Method-International/dp/0874875803/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1517174098&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=ability+development+from+age+zero" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Ability Development from Age Zero</a>, Shinichi Suzuki <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Nurtured-Love-Translated-Original-Japanese/dp/0739090445/ref=pd_sim_14_1?_encoding=UTF8&amp;pd_rd_i=0739090445&amp;pd_rd_r=HGAP5BPCM1VZ29G53X9M&amp;pd_rd_w=YUtIj&amp;pd_rd_wg=i7KdP&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=HGAP5BPCM1VZ29G53X9M" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Nurtured by Love</a>, Shinichi Suzuki

Ep. 4: Parent Encouragement with Paula Bird 

Amy Matherly

On 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 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 Instagram

On 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 <a href="http://www.suzukitriangle.com/summerpractice/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Article about Summer Practice</a> on Christine's Blog  <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Maestro-Classics-12-CD-Collection/dp/1932684174/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1526415435&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;keywords=maestro+classics+12+cd+collection&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Maestro Classics</a> CD Collection <a href="https://www.pakmusic.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pakachoag Music School</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Progressive-Scales-Violin-2nd-Matherly/dp/0988928019/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1526415495&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=progressive+scales+for+violin" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Progressive Scales for Violin</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Group-Classics-Strategies-Inspiring-Classes/dp/0988928035/ref=sr_1_5?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1526415549&amp;sr=1-5&amp;keywords=amy+matherly" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Amy Matherly's Group Classics Book</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Reading-Music-Suzuki-Violin-Students/dp/0988928043/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1526416570&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=reading+music%3A+a+guide+for+suzuki" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Reading Music: A Guide for Suzuki Violin Students</a> <a href="http://www.campublications.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CAM Publications</a> If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-music-lesson/id1336178698?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">rating or review</a> on Apple Podcasts. This helps our show reach more people! Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Ep. 17: Group Class Inspiration with Amy Matherly 

Amy Beth Horman

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 really engaging way, we highly recommend you do through  the link below.  Both Abbey and Christine took away ideas for their own children and students and we know you will too!  Show Notes: Amy's Instagram  Big Life Journal website and Facebook  "Real Life" Post on Amy's Instagram  Beyond the Triangle podcast   Growth Mindset episode  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 Instagram

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 really engaging way, we highly recommend you do through  the link below.  Both Abbey and Christine took away ideas for their own children and students and we know you will too!  Show Notes: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/avaluwho/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amy's Instagram</a> Big Life Journal <a href="https://biglifejournal.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/biglifejournal/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bqz7g-Rl4XZ/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"Real Life" Post on Amy's Instagram</a> Beyond the Triangle <a href="https://beyondthetriangle.podbean.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">podcast</a> <a href="https://beyondthetriangle.podbean.com/e/episode-16-growth-mindset-and-disposition/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Growth Mindset episode</a> If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-music-lesson/id1336178698?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> rating or review</a> on Apple Podcasts. This helps our show reach more people! Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Ep 29 The Importance of Mindset with Amy Beth Horman (Part 1)

Colleen Fitzgerald

On 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 discussion on  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 Instagram

On 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 <a href="http://www.suzukitriangle.com/creative/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">blog post</a> <a href="https://todoist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Todoist app</a> Barcel Suzuki String Academy <a href="http://www.barcelsuzuki.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a> Don't forget to follow along with our next book discussion on <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0684824728/ref=dbs%EF%BF%BC_%EF%BF%BCa%EF%BF%BC_%EF%BF%BCdef%EF%BF%BC_%EF%BF%BCrwt%EF%BF%BC_%EF%BF%BCbibl%EF%BF%BC_%EF%BF%BCvppi%EF%BF%BC_%EF%BF%BCi3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> How to Talk So Kids Can Learn</a> If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-music-lesson/id1336178698?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> rating or review</a> on Apple Podcasts. This helps our show reach more people! Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Ep. 25: Inspiring Teen Musicians with Colleen Fitzgerald

Join 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 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 Instagram and leave a comment if you want to join in the discussion. 

Join 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:  <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Willpower-Doesnt-Work-Discover-Success/dp/0316441325/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1528747224&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;keywords=willpower+doesn%27t+work&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Willpower Doesn't Work</a> by Benjamin Hardy <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Hello-Mornings-Grace-Filled-Life-Giving-Morning-ebook/dp/B06XFR1S2P/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1528747269&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=hello+mornings" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Hello Mornings</a> by Kat Lee <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Miracle-Morning-Not-So-Obvious-Guaranteed-Transform-ebook/dp/B00AKKS278/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1528747318&amp;sr=1-1-spons&amp;keywords=miracle+morning&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Miracle Morning</a> by Hal Elrod <a href="http://todoist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Todoist</a> app <a href="https://www.intelligentchange.com/products/the-five-minute-journal" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Five Minute Journal</a> If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-music-lesson/id1336178698?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">rating or review</a> on Apple Podcasts. This helps our show reach more people!  Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and leave a comment if you want to join in the discussion.

Summer School Ep 1: Willpower Doesn't Work Book Discussion 

Shelly Davis

On this week's episode Christine &amp; 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 Bingo 8notes   Beyond the Music Lesson on Stitcher MTNA website  Texas Music Teacher's Association website  Piano Parent Podcast website  Piano Parent Podcast Episode 113  Piano Parent Podcast Episode 10 () Pianovember  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 Instagram

On this week's episode Christine &amp; 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:  <a href="http://www.suzukitriangle.com/3-winter-break-practice-ideas/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Winter Break Bingo</a> <a href="https://www.8notes.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">8notes</a> <a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/beyond-the-music-lesson?refid=stpr" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Beyond the Music Lesson on Stitcher</a> <a href="https://www.mtna.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MTNA website</a> <a href="https://www.tmta.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Texas Music Teacher's Association website</a> <a href="http://www.pianoparentpodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Piano Parent Podcast website</a> <a href="http://www.pianoparentpodcast.com/113/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Piano Parent Podcast Episode 113</a> <a href="http://www.pianoparentpodcast.com/010-2/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Piano Parent Podcast Episode 10</a> () <a href="http://www.pianoparentpodcast.com/pianovember/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pianovember</a> If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-music-lesson/id1336178698?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> rating or review on Apple Podcasts</a>. This helps our show reach more people! Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Ep. 27: Shelly Davis on Supporting Parents with Practice  

Martha Yasuda

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 Succeed in Business Without Really Trying Martha Yasuda's website  Follow Martha Yasuda on Facebook  Martha's special bundle deal on her books of arrangements   Christine's book  If you are enjoying this podcast please subscribe &amp; leave us a rating and review (this helps new people find our show more easily)  Thanks for listening &amp; have a great week! 

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. <a href="https://goo.gl/forms/1nuR5S2W1gb0FGGV2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Ask a Listener Question</a> Links from today's show:  <a href="https://suzukiassociation.org/parents-as-partners/registration/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Parents as Partners</a> (a resource from the Suzuki Association of the America's with great motivational videos by (and for) teachers and parents.  <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Succeed-Business-Original-Broadway-Recording/dp/B001AKFCAW/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1516725387&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=how+to+succeed+in+business+without+really+trying" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying</a> <a href="http://yasudamusic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Martha Yasuda's website</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/YasudaMusic/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow Martha Yasuda on Facebook </a> <a href="http://yasudamusic.com/bundle/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Martha's special bundle deal on her books of arrangements </a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Music-Lesson-Successful-Families-ebook/dp/B072W84PZ1/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1516725677&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=beyond+the+music+lesson+habits+of+successful+suzuki+families" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Christine's book</a> If you are enjoying this podcast please subscribe &amp; leave us a rating and review (this helps new people find our show more easily)  Thanks for listening &amp; have a great week!

Ep. 3: Music Arranging & The Creative Process with Martha Yasuda

Join 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 Instagram

Join Abbey and Christine as we discuss the book Practice Perfect in our last summer school episode!  Show Notes <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Practice-Perfect-Rules-Getting-Better-ebook/dp/B007ZQ34V4/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1532550451&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=practice+perfect" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Practice Perfect</a> by Doug Lemov, Erica Woolway, and Katie Yezzi <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Teach-Like-Champion-2-0-Techniques/dp/1118901851/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1532550523&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=teach+like+a+champion&amp;smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&amp;dpID=51wTAgapI5L&amp;preST=_SX218_BO1,204,203,200_QL40_&amp;dpSrc=srch" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Teach Like a Champion</a> by Doug Lemov If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-music-lesson/id1336178698?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">rating or review</a> on Apple Podcasts. This helps our show reach more people! Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Summer School: Ep. 4: Practice Perfect Book Discussion 

Peter Thomas

On this week's episode Abbey &amp; 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 &amp; 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: Abbey uses Spotify and Amazon Music to create her playlists  John Williams "Greatest Hits" Civic Music Association Mark Summer's website Peter's looping station Don't forget to leave a rating or review in Apple Podcasts for a chance to win your choice of a book written by one of our previous guests! Send your screenshot to beyondthemusiclesson@gmail.com. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram

On this week's episode Abbey &amp; 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 &amp; 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 <a href="https://goo.gl/forms/zF35Q4osL0WEZeB32" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ask a Listener Question</a> From Today's Episode: Abbey uses <a href="https://www.spotify.com/us/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a> and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/dmusic/promotions/AmazonMusicUnlimited/ref=sv_dmusic_0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon Music</a> to create her playlists <a href="https://www.amazon.com/John-Williams-Greatest-Hits-1969-1999/dp/B0025W68JI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1520441702&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=john+williams+greatest+hits&amp;dpID=51WnTtN9vSL&amp;preST=_SX342_QL70_&amp;dpSrc=srch" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> John Williams "Greatest Hits"</a> <a href="http://civicmusicmilwaukee.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Civic Music Association</a> Mark Summer's <a href="http://www.marksummer.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a> Peter's <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Station-Bundle-Instrument-Austin-Polishing/dp/B0065KPV0S/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1520445045&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;keywords=boss+rc300+loop+station&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">looping station</a> Don't forget to leave a rating or review in <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-music-lesson/id1336178698?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> for a chance to win your choice of a book written by one of our previous guests! Send your screenshot to beyondthemusiclesson@gmail.com. Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Ep. 8: Creatively Engaging Students with Peter Thomas

Join 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 Instagram

Join 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 <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-music-lesson/id1336178698?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> rating or review</a> on Apple Podcasts. This helps our show reach more people! Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Ep. 28: How To Talk So Kids Can Learn 

Kate Einarson

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 development of musical knowledge in infants and children. She also conducts research on Suzuki students and parents as the Co-coordinator of the International Research Symposium on Talent Education. We talk about things to consider when you are trying to decide if your child is ready for lessons, musical skills that children naturally develop vs. those that need to be taught, and important things that parents and teachers can do to support that process.   Ask a Listener Question Here are some of the links we mentioned in today's show:   iPhone Voice Recorder  Android Voice Recorder Leslie Odom Jr. on Spotify  Dr. Kate Einarson's Website: kateeinarson.ca International Research Symposium on Talent Education: irste.org  Parents as Partners   If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes. You can send us an email at BeyondtheMusicLesson@gmail.com or visit our Facebook Page to send us a Listener question for a future show. 

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 development of musical knowledge in infants and children. She also conducts research on Suzuki students and parents as the Co-coordinator of the International Research Symposium on Talent Education. We talk about things to consider when you are trying to decide if your child is ready for lessons, musical skills that children naturally develop vs. those that need to be taught, and important things that parents and teachers can do to support that process.  <a href="https://goo.gl/forms/1nuR5S2W1gb0FGGV2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Ask a Listener Question</a> Here are some of the links we mentioned in today's show:  <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/voice-recorder-audio-editor/id685310398?mt=8" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> iPhone Voice Recorder</a> <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.studio.voicerecord&amp;hl=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Android Voice Recorder</a> Leslie Odom Jr. on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/3cR4rhS2hBWqI7rJEBacvN" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify </a> <a href="http://kateeinarson.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Kate Einarson's Website: kateeinarson.ca</a> <a href="https://www.uwsp.edu/suzuki/Pages/IRSTE/home.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">International Research Symposium on Talent Education: irste.org</a> <a href="https://suzukiassociation.org/parents-as-partners/registration/?group=283&amp;from=%2Fparents-as-partners%2F&amp;error=3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Parents as Partners</a> If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes. You can send us an email at <a href="mailto:BeyondtheMusicLesson@gmail.com">BeyondtheMusicLesson@gmail.com</a> or visit our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook Page</a> to send us a Listener question for a future show.

Ep. 5: "Is My Child Ready to Start Lessons?" with Dr. Kate Einarson

Scott Conklin

Today Christine &amp; 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 question to Abbey &amp; Christine   Links from Today's Episode  Article about transitioning from screen time Some options for fun playing cards  Vivaldi: The Four Seasons by Anne-Sophie Mutter Dr. Scott Conklin  University of Iowa School of Music Preucil School of Music   Don't forget about your chance to win a book written by the guest of your choice! Send a screenshot of your Apple Podcast rating or review to us at beyondthemusiclesson@gmail.com. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram

Today Christine &amp; 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? <a href="https://goo.gl/forms/wPW7rGhBCybnjHIR2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to submit your own question to Abbey &amp; Christine</a> Links from Today's Episode <a href="https://www.parent.com/how-to-end-screen-time-without-a-struggle/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Article</a> about transitioning from screen time Some <a href="https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&amp;field-keywords=fun+playing+cards" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">options</a> for fun playing cards <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Vivaldi-Four-Seasons-Anne-Sophie-Mutter/dp/B000002RMU/ref=tmm_acd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&amp;qid=1520884168&amp;sr=8-2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Vivaldi: The Four Seasons</a> by Anne-Sophie Mutter <a href="https://music.uiowa.edu/people/scott-conklin" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Scott Conklin </a> University of Iowa <a href="https://music.uiowa.edu/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">School of Music</a> <a href="http://preucil.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Preucil School of Music</a> Don't forget about your chance to win a book written by the guest of your choice! Send a screenshot of your Apple Podcast <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-music-lesson/id1336178698?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">rating or review</a> to us at beyondthemusiclesson@gmail.com. Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Ep. 9: Preparing for College and Beyond with Dr. Scott Conklin

Jodie St

We'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 us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/ Follow us on Instagram @beyondthemusiclesson Send us a voicemail with your listener question or a tip you would like to share. Our number is (920) 663-8009 Here are the links to Find Jodie online:  Website: suzukiparenting.com   Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCckOScAVyrNWhpbaWOEfgYQ   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AdventuresInSuzukiParenting/

We'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: <a href="https://www.erincondren.com/teacher-lesson-planners" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.erincondren.com/teacher-lesson-planners</a> Christine's book about Positive Practice <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Positive-Practice-Steps-Child-Develop/dp/0999119230/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1537366924&amp;sr=1-2&amp;keywords=Positive+Practice" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Link to Positive Practice: 5 Steps to Help Your Child Develop a Love of Music</a> Find us on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/</a> Follow us on Instagram @beyondthemusiclesson Send us a voicemail with your listener question or a tip you would like to share. Our number is (920) 663-8009 Here are the links to Find Jodie online:  Website: <a href="http://suzukiparenting.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">suzukiparenting.com</a>   Youtube Channel: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCckOScAVyrNWhpbaWOEfgYQ" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCckOScAVyrNWhpbaWOEfgYQ</a>   Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AdventuresInSuzukiParenting/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/AdventuresInSuzukiParenting/</a>

Ep. 19: Adventures in Suzuki Parenting with Jodie St. Clair

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 website 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 Instagram

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 <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Edvard-Vineta-Sareika-Amandine-Savary/dp/B07BQMJ6WN/ref=pd_ybh_a_38?_encoding=UTF8&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=JRXB8JCK39KPH8ZZCANH" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Edvard Grieg: Violin Sonatas</a> by Vineta Sareika and Amandine Savary <a href="https://www.spotify.com/us/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a> <a href="http://www.rusd.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Racine Unified School District</a> website If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-music-lesson/id1336178698?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">rating or review</a> on Apple Podcasts. This helps our show reach more people! Follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemusiclesson/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>

Ep. 14: Teaching Effectively in a School Setting with Elizabeth Day

Join 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 

Join 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 <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Practice-Perfect-Rules-Getting-Better-ebook/dp/B007ZQ34V4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1530049287&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=practice+perfect+doug+lemov" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Practice Perfect: 42 Rules for Getting Better at Getting Better. </a> Find us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/beyondthemusiclessonpodcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> Send us a question or comment <a href="mailto:BeyondtheMusicLesson@gmail.com">BeyondtheMusicLesson@gmail.com</a>

Summer School Ep. 2: Summer Practice Ideas

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