Education Resources
How Students Learn Self-Efficacy Through Instrumental Music Instruction
As a parent, one of the best things that I can hope for is that my children have the wherewithal to make their way through life armed with a wide variety of skills and a...
How Parents Can “Reboot” Their Child’s Interest in Playing a Musical Instrument After Taking Summer Off
Most parents and students start the summer with the best intentions as far as instrumental music practice is concerned. Some families choose to rent their instrument for...
A Beginning-of-Year Welcome Letter to New Music Parents
Dear Parents:It is with great excitement that I welcome your family to our instrumental music program!Learning to play a musical instrument and acquiring the unique habits of...
Why the First 2 Months of Being a Music Parent are the Most Important
I often observe that many parents hold some age-old assumption that musical talent is God-given or inherited, but let’s be clear: everyone possesses musical talent to some...
7 Easy Things Parents Can Do Right Now to Extend Their Child’s Musical Life
Many parents find small ways to help their children with school homework each day. They also may know the basics of how to help their children with things like...
Lance LaDuke Tip of the Week: Week 5
Knowing where you are going is only part of the story. What’s your plan for getting there? If you find this useful, share with another musician!
Taking Students to the Next Level Through Exposure and Immersion
When looking back at my years in high school band, I think about the opportunities my high school band directors offered me and how they have influenced my musical career to this...
Lance LaDuke: Music Practice Coach Tip of the Week, Week 4
Sometimes, the most important thing you bring with you is positivity. Be dialed in. Be positive. Be present.
Lance LaDuke: Music Practice Coach Tip of the Week, Week 3
In this video, Lance gives advice on how to overcome obstacles that come up in practicing and performing. Check it out!