PPP169: Our Children Believe What We Tell Them

PPP169: Our Children Believe What We Tell Them

Today's episode was inspired by a quote I read in a book by or about Garry Marshall. I even took a picture of the quote but, of course, can't find the picture. It was a picture of his grandfather waving outside an apartment window. Garry said, "My grandfather told me I was funny and I believed him." Listen to the full episode here If you're familiar with Garry Marshall, you may be as big a fan as I am. If you've not familiar with Garry Marshall, he directed several TV sitcoms in the 1970's. The Odd Couple, Happy Days, Mork…
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PPP128: Keep a Video/Audio Journal of Your Child’s Musical Journey

PPP128: Keep a Video/Audio Journal of Your Child’s Musical Journey

Click here to download this episode. In recent episodes, I've alluded to the idea of keeping a video or audio journal of your piano kid's musical progress. This is a way for them to see their growth as a musician. In today's show, we will talk in more detail about the advantage of keep a video journal as well as  the practical details like equipment and storage. Great Learning Tool The primary reason to video your child is for them to learn from the experience. When we are playing or reading music, our minds are so focused on that activity…
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