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Beyond the Music Lesson
Christine Goodner & Abigail Peterson : Suzuki Music Teacher, blogger, Autho
Frequency: 1 episode/13d. Total Eps: 45

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Ep. 40: Dream Big & Be Courageous with Chili Dog Strings
Season 2 · Episode 40
dimanche 4 août 2019 • Duration 43:37
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 & Rachel's new project for violin students: The Twinkle Factory.
Links from today's show:
Kids Aren't Lazy: Developing Motivation and Talent Through Music
Ep. 39 The Ability of Every Child with Allison Woerner
Season 2 · Episode 20
mardi 28 mai 2019 • Duration 40:37
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:
Allison's journal articles on the SAA Website
Ep 30 Part 2 - The Importance of Mindset with Amy Beth Horman
Season 2 · Episode 12
dimanche 23 décembre 2018 • Duration 26:54
Today we're excited to share part two of our interview with Amy Beth Horman. Join us as we talk about what practice is like in her house, a resource she uses all the time, what inspired her to start her own podcast, and her advice for parents.
If you haven't listened to the first half of this interview yet be sure to go back and find Episode 29.
Enjoy!
Show Notes:
Big Life Journal website and Facebook
"Real Life" Post on Amy's Instagram
Beyond the Triangle podcast
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Ep 29 The Importance of Mindset with Amy Beth Horman (Part 1)
Season 2 · Episode 11
mardi 18 décembre 2018 • Duration 32:48
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:
Big Life Journal website and Facebook
"Real Life" Post on Amy's Instagram
Beyond the Triangle podcast
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Ep. 28: How To Talk So Kids Can Learn
Season 2 · Episode 10
mercredi 5 décembre 2018 • Duration 21:16
Join Abbey and Christine as they discuss the book How to Talk So Kids Can Learn.
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Ep. 27: Shelly Davis on Supporting Parents with Practice
Season 2 · Episode 9
mercredi 28 novembre 2018 • Duration 23:39
On this week's episode Christine & 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:
Beyond the Music Lesson on Stitcher
Texas Music Teacher's Association website
Piano Parent Podcast Episode 113
Piano Parent Podcast Episode 10 ()
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Ep. 26: Parenting A Young Beginner - A Teacher's Perspective with Brecklyn Ferrin
Season 2 · Episode 7
mercredi 14 novembre 2018 • Duration 39:56
On this week's podcast Abbey and Christine answer a question about fitting in practice with your schedule feels like it's just too full. Abbey shares a tip that working with her son in practice and Christine shares a book recommendation.
We have Brecklyn Ferrin on the show today who shares her perspective as a teacher who is now the parent of a young beginner for the first time. Hear all about what she has learned and her great advice for both parents and teachers alike.
Show Notes:
Christine's blog post about Atomic Habits
Brecklyn's blog : The Plucky Violin Teacher
Don't forget to follow along with our next book discussion on How to Talk So Kids Can Learn
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Ep. 25: Inspiring Teen Musicians with Colleen Fitzgerald
Season 2 · Episode 6
mercredi 7 novembre 2018 • Duration 28:12
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
Barcel Suzuki String Academy website
Don't forget to follow along with our next book discussion on How to Talk So Kids Can Learn
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Ep. 24: Balancing Performing & Teaching with Kela Walton
Season 2 · Episode 6
vendredi 26 octobre 2018 • Duration 30:29
On this week's episode Christine and Abby answer a question about creating community and announce our book club book for the fall.
Get your copy at your local library or here: How to Talk So Kids Can Learn . If you want to send us your comments about the book you can email us at BeyondtheMusicLesson@gmail.com.
Show Notes
Kela's Website | Facebook | Instagram and Twitter
Buffalo Philharmonic website
Buffalo Suzuki Strings website
Bulletproof Musician article on practice
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Ep 23: Understanding Communities & How Students Learn with Michele Horner
Season 2 · Episode 5
mercredi 17 octobre 2018 • Duration 48:06
On this week's episode we discuss how to work through music students being tired when they first start full-day school. We also share an organizational tip and a listening idea.
Our guest today is Michele Horner. Her great book has helped many teachers and families understand their students better. Today we do a deep dive with her on understanding the personality of communities and "the dark side" of each personality described in her book. I took lots of notes and found it very helpful!
Show Notes:
Michele's book and
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