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​​Learning an instrument is the start of an adventure that can last a lifetime.

It can be the source of incomparable joy, the doorway to lasting friendships, and an unbeatable means of personal satisfaction once mastered.

But learning an instrument can also be frustrating at the beginning, filled with seemingly impossible challenges and self-doubt.

As the parent or caregiver of an aspiring musician, what can you do to help them through the initial teething troubles and into a love of a musical instrument that will never leave them?



1. Be encouraging and patient Step one in any child’s musical development comes with your unconditional support and encouragement.

So, park the one-liners about buying earplugs and bribing the neighbours.

You are their first and most important audience, so play nicely, even when they don’t.

“It’s supposed to sound awful. Be patient.” Jenn

“Lots of positive reinforcement. No negativity. Sit and listen.” Carolyn

“Always find something to praise, even if it’s how they hold the instrument or put it away properly.” Anonymous

“Don’t try to correct them.

Encourage them. NEVER complain or nag about practice.

​Create an environment where learning is safe and encouraged.” MJ

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  • Home
  • Our team
  • Music Scholarships
  • Chloe's Charming Creations
  • Bursary Applications
  • Book Now
  • Concerts
  • School Holiday Performing Arts Camp
  • Community Sponsorship and Silent Auction
  • NDIS Special Needs Music Programs
  • Kindergarten Multi Instrumental Music Education
  • Drum Lessons
  • Piano Lessons
  • Guitar, Bass & Ukulele Lessons
  • Melbourne Children’s Choir
  • Singing, Vocals & Choir
    • Child Safe Policies and Procedures >
      • Victorian Music Education Standards
      • COVID Safe Plan
      • MINPAA Code of Conduct 2018
  • Violin Lessons
  • About us
    • Student Placement and Internships
  • Homeschooling
  • Community
    • Free Instrumental Hire
  • The Importance of Music Practice
  • Savers Scheme with the Brotherhood of St Laurence
  • Parents Co-operative
  • Photos 2018
    • Videos 2018 >
      • Photos 2017
    • Christmas Concert 2017
  • Media Releases
  • Testimonials
  • Product
  • ANZAC Day Special 2019
  • Prenatal Music Classes
  • Family Piano Classes
  • KODALY
  • Composer of the Week
  • Chloes Charming Creationg
  • Worksheets
  • My Music Staff
  • Scents by Chanelle
  • Referral program
  • Delightful Dog Sitting Melbourne
  • Motivated Musical Professionals
  • Fundraiser Silent Auction 2020
  • Spanish Family Music Group
  • Book Here
  • Link Page
  • New Page
  • Pawfect Pet Party Planners
  • Link Page
  • Delightful Dog Sitting Melbourne
  • Community Partnership & Donation
  • MPA Homestay Coburg