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#103 "Play something for me!", Gramma Says ~ What to do?
By Christy | the Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org You can also Watch LIVE/HERE Last year I wrote a blog and did a live about the 4 ways to have guilt-free practicing over the holidays. It was a very popular one. Its number 85 so if you missed it - its a good one so I wanted to recap it and add some personal stories and examples. 1. Find Balance in Practicing 2. Use a Holiday practice activity 3. Plan unstructured times to enjoy music and share it with others 4. What Guilt

Christy | the Practice Pro
Dec 18, 20239 min read


#102 What to do with a Strong - Willed Child in Music Practice?
By Christy | the Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org You can also Watch/ LIVE HERE The opinionated and headstrong child can be so hard to parent and even harder to manage a daily home music practice with. I like to call these little people TUMBLEWEEDS. Have you seen or held a tumbleweed before? You have to be so careful - they are surprisingly hard and sharp. So, Imagine a tumbleweed rolling across the arid plains, unstoppable and resolute in its journey. Similarly, tumblewe

Christy | the Practice Pro
Dec 4, 20236 min read


#101 Goal-Getter's Guide: Awards and Goals in the Musical Journey
Build a goal-setting guide that actually works! Step-by-step guidance on creating consistent, effective, and enjoyable daily music practice with awards for each reached goals

Christy | the Practice Pro
Nov 13, 20238 min read


#100 Santa's Growing Beard: A Festive Way to Keep December Practicing Productive
Make music practice fun this holiday with this creative Santa's beard activity! A hands-on way to help your child work through their practice list with the festivities.

Christy | the Practice Pro
Nov 6, 20235 min read



Christy | the Practice Pro
Oct 24, 20230 min read


#99 Creative Halloween-themed practice ideas to make practice more fun
Halloween is almost here! Check out spooky music practice activity and upcoming events at Scotia Suzuki School in Halifax. Get ready for musical fun!

Christy | the Practice Pro
Oct 23, 20236 min read


#98 How to ACHIEVE your goal successfully!
Build a goal-setting guide that actually works! Step-by-step guidance on creating consistent, effective, and enjoyable daily music practice with awards for each reached goals

Christy | the Practice Pro
Sep 25, 20238 min read

Christy | the Practice Pro
Sep 22, 20230 min read


Welcome ACAC Students!
Welcome to the ACAC Community

Christy | the Practice Pro
Sep 18, 20231 min read


NEW program at SSSM starts Sept 20th
Hello Everyone! …a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! We hope that you all have been having a wonderful summer! From our June Fun Fair, to our cultural...

Christy | the Practice Pro
Sep 12, 20232 min read


#97 Back to school practice success with these 3 things “WCC”
Download this free one-sheet word poster for music practice! Help your child stay motivated during the 3 WCC tips!

Christy | the Practice Pro
Sep 11, 20237 min read


Parents Night - IMPORTANT Video From Christy
Hello! I hope everyone has had a great summer! As we gear up for the new school year at SSSM, here are three things for you to take note...

Christy | the Practice Pro
Sep 3, 20231 min read


New BC Exchange NSYA VIDEO
Down To The River To Pray - NSYA & CCYFS by George H. Allan The Nova Scotia Youth Ambassadors of Halifax, NS Canada traveled with...

Christy | the Practice Pro
Aug 16, 20231 min read


SSSM - Fun Fair/BC Trip/Summer Camp/Aug 23rd Gordon Stobbe Dance&Kitchen Party
Hello Suzuki students and parents! Hope everyone having a great summer so far! We have been quite busy at the Scotia Suzuki School of...

Christy | the Practice Pro
Aug 15, 20232 min read


SSSM Group Photos
Hi Suzuki students and Parents! The group photos of our 2022-2023 Scotia Suzuki School of Music Spring Concert dress rehearsal are here!...

Christy | the Practice Pro
Aug 3, 20231 min read


#96 Easy games to play with music flashcards
Make music practice time fun with these creative games and flash card activities! Engaging ideas to motivate your child and transform daily practice into playtime.

Christy | the Practice Pro
Jul 31, 20235 min read


#95 Music Magic: Strengthen note reading with these fun memory games
Make practice time fun with these creative music memory games and activities! Engaging ideas to motivate your child and transform daily practice into playtime.

Christy | the Practice Pro
Jun 19, 20239 min read


Summer Private Lesson Registration
Summer Private Lesson Registration Opens TODAY See the BLUE button below for link to sign up for summer private lessons, Why are summer...

Christy | the Practice Pro
Jun 2, 20232 min read


#94 Summer Music Survival Guide: 13 Practice Tips
Start your summer music practice on a high note! Get tips and the Survival Guide to keep your child practicing during vacation. Free printable included.

Christy | the Practice Pro
May 29, 20233 min read


🎉 Concerts & Events this Spring at SSSM
All Thing Concerts at SSSM! Two Senior Showcases - Orchestra Concert - FAMILY FUN FAIR - Maritime Fiddle Festival WHAT: Instrumental...

Christy | the Practice Pro
May 17, 20231 min read
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