tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3563420335574888910.post994730413602220444..comments2009-12-13T21:13:36.400-05:00Comments on Music Practice For Kids: Confessions of a Music MomMusic Noodlehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14584922536029138389noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3563420335574888910.post-22438418433523190512009-12-13T21:13:36.400-05:002009-12-13T21:13:36.400-05:00It might be useful to have a discreet phone conver...It might be useful to have a discreet phone conversation with your son's teacher to let her know that he may be in need of some tips or reminders about how to practice effectively. As you already know, teens tend to respond defensively to advice or comments from parents. I don't think you should praise his work if your comments aren't sincere. I believe it would be better to wait for an opportunity when you can make a heartfelt positive comment...he will know the difference! <br /><br />Good luck!<br />FrancineAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3563420335574888910.post-84498328686710874312009-12-04T20:31:41.924-05:002009-12-04T20:31:41.924-05:00Oh boy, is this me. I have a teen who is just fin...Oh boy, is this me. I have a teen who is just fine running through a piece fast, with mistakes, and refusing to slow down and work them out. Repeatedly. It drives me crazy and I can't keep my mouth shut! I'm afraid I will drive him away from wanting to play. But would I do him any good by praising mediocre work?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com