Picking a Good Music Teacher

By Carol in PA (Guest Post)

When someone asks me to refer a piano teacher, I usually tell them to check with a local college. Sometimes students will work for less money than people who already have a degree. Also, IMHO you can make a much worse choice for a music teacher. Dont hesitate to ask. The music department might even make a referral.

By Glinda (Guest Post)

I have had 3 children in piano lessons. I was very careful to pick the right one. They started young, which it a good thing, and I insisted on them learning first by note, then by ear. That is a good suggestion to go to a recital, I've been to them, and the teacher always plays a complicated but beautiful piece of music. Plus, when she speaks, you can tell her love for her music, and her students! Also, when hunting a good teacher, I have a boy, who is very talented, and has a good "ear" for music, but, does not learn like my girls. The first teacher I tried would not even try with him. He was so busy. But, the teacher i've had for many years now, and has truly worked a work of art in all 3 of my children's playing. She wrote a letter of recommendation for my first child entering Bible College. And now, my second child is headed the same way. And will also, receive a high recommendation. This teacher is wonderful, she truly cares, and loves what she does. She has taken young childen, and helped them mature into wonderful musical artist. My son will still be taking lessons since he is only 14, but he has already written one of his own pieces of music, and she allowed him to play it in the recital. It was beautiful. His progress has been outstanding, and she brags on his progress often. I love her positive outlook. A good music teacher can help in the forming of your childs confidence, and knowledge of the musical arts.

By sueey (Guest Post)

amen!!!