When “Shoot for the Stars” Can Backfire
It seems encouraging to say “shoot for the stars,” “you can do anything you set your mind to,” or “the
“How Do I Make My Child Practice the Piano?”
H ow do I make my child practice the piano more? This is by far the number one question
Need a Gift For Your Favorite Tiny Human?
I t seems like we’re all trying to give the perfect gift, while simultaneously simplifying our lives and cutting
Shouldn’t I Let My Child Choose?
S ometimes parents ask me, “Shouldn't I let my child decide which instrument he wants to play when he’s
A Musically Trained Brain
It’s long been believed that music makes you good at math. While this is somewhat true, more recent studies show
What to Expect From Your Musically Trained Baby
Sometimes parents ask me things like “When will he, you know, play songs?” This is a legitimate question that deserves
Connection Through the Language of Music
Music has long been a part of being human, just like talking. Mothers have sung to their babies for
Is Everyone Musical?
Every once in awhile I have a kid walk into my studio like this: He understands the ups and
