Scotia Suzuki School of Music

By Christy | the Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org The holidays often revolve around wish lists and surprises under the tree, but what if we shifted the focus this season? By using your child’s hard-earned musical skills as a way to give to others, you can nurture not only their talent but also their gratitude and joy in sharing. When children practice their instruments daily, they aren’t just improving their technique—they’re creating something special. Encouraging them to

By Christy | the Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org You asked for it, and here it is again! Last summer's punch card system was such a hit with families that we're bringing it back for another round. Your children loved the excitement of punching their cards, and you loved seeing their confidence bloom as they prepared for our annual Suzuki play-in to kick off the new school year at Scotia Suzuki School - and I'll share it with you too! Easy, convenient and ready to go! Summ

By Christy | the Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org Summer is here and halfway gone, and I know many of you are enjoying your well-deserved relaxation and fun. However, keeping up with your musical practice is also important. Even though regular lessons might pause for a few months, keeping routine and practicing habits can make a huge difference when you return to lessons in the fall. Here’s how to keep the momentum going and make practice enjoyable during the rest of your

Announcing the exciting news that we have added THREE NEW “CREATIVE CAMPS” to our summer to bring Halifax families memorable summer

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.

Halloween is almost here! Check out spooky music practice activity and upcoming events at Scotia Suzuki School in Halifax. Get ready for musical fun!

Make practice time fun with these creative music memory games and activities! Engaging ideas to motivate your child and transform daily practice into playtime.

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.

Get ready for summer camp registration! Everything you need to know about preparing your child for a Suzuki or music summer camp experience.

Creating consistent, effective, and enjoyable daily music practicing and teaching routine with stickers awards for each reached goals.

Stay motivated through music practice challenge! Sign up and download the free chart and keep your young musician practicing.

Keep guilt-free music practice going during the holidays! Simple strategies to maintain momentum during busy seasons without adding stress to your family.

Summer Private Lesson Registration Opens TODAY (Summer camp is full) See the BLUE button below for link to sign up for summer private...

By Christy | The Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org Registration for Summer Classes OPEN HERE You can also Watch / Listen to the Live HERE We all have experienced it. Being on top of the world after a big year of learning, practice, and growth. The HIGH after an amazing year-end concert. Big dreams and new goals bubbling in our minds we are already making for next year. THEN….summer hits. Summer sports, the beach calling to us, family and friends visiting, vacations, day

I want to share with you a brand new practicing activity this Summer - paper planes! Children love paper planes and it’s something you can do whether it’s sunny outside or not.

By Christy | The Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org FaceBook Live HERE With spring and Mother’s Day around the corner, I am bringing back this SPRING FLOWERS review activity. It’s such a wonderful activity to combine practicing with showing appreciation for Mom. And review is the MOST important part of practicing. We learn the easiest and the fastest when we review and repeat. Learning music is like learning a new language . Just like when babies repeat words over and over

By Christy | The Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org Read the Blog HERE and get your FREE "Get to Know You" Easter practice activity. You can also Watch / Listen to the Live HERE where I share some family Easter traditions I had with my own children growing up. Who doesn't like to look through a basket of colorful Easter eggs and choose one to open to see what's inside? This is one of my favorite practice activities. It can be done at anytime throughout the year, but I l

By Christy | The Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org Read the Blog HERE and get your FREE African Safari Practicing (5 of 6) Adventures. You can also Watch / Listen to the Live HERE where I share part 5 of how I happened to find myself suddenly teaching music one day in a remote Kipsigis village in Kenya 6 years ago! This time I am sharing what I taught the children in the village. It's time to release level FIVE of the "African Safari Practicing Adventure", and with it - s

By Christy | The Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org Read the Blog HERE and get your FREE Valentine's Day practicing activity. You can also Watch / Listen to the Live HERE I called my daughter yesterday. It was her moving day and she and her husband had rented a van and were moving by themselves. Now you need to know that my daughter is pregnant with her second child, due in just over a month. She works as a middle school science teacher and she has another few weeks before