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#112 The Hidden Brain Connection: Why Crossing the Midline is Crucial for Young Musicians
By Christy | the Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org You know how sometimes you watch a child at the piano and they're doing this awkward thing where they refuse to let their left hand cross over to the right side of the keyboard? Or maybe you've noticed your violin student gets all tangled up when they try to bow across different strings? Well, there's actually a really fascinating reason behind this, and once you understand it, so many things about children and what they ne

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#110 Keeping Your Teen Musicians Motivated: Navigating any Challenging Years
By Christy | the Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org Remember that bright-eyed young violinist who couldn't wait for practice time (at...

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Feb 195 min read


Blog #109 From “I Want” to “I Give”: Sharing Music as a Gift at Christmas
By Christy | the Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org The holidays often revolve around wish lists and surprises under the tree, but what...

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Dec 2, 20244 min read


ACAC September Classes - Registration OPEN!
It's time to register for SEPTEMBER classes at the ACAC (Adult Community Arts Centre in Halifax). Your favourite classes and teachers from l

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Aug 25, 20240 min read


#107 Pipe cleaners activity for a Clean Sweep at Practicing!
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

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Aug 6, 20245 min read


#105 Love Caterpillar Activity and How to Learn Music Faster
By Christy | the Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org You can also Watch LIVE/HERE Want to learn to play your musical instrument faster?...

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Jan 15, 20247 min read


#104 Which Practice Parent or Music Teacher Are You?
By Christy | the Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org You can also Watch LIVE/HERE Take the 2- minute Music personality TYPE quiz HERE for...

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Jan 11, 20247 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...

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Dec 4, 20236 min read

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Sep 22, 20230 min read


#96 Easy games to play with music flashcards
By Christy | the Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org You can also Watch / Listen to the LIVE HERE Are you looking for a fun way to...

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Jul 31, 20235 min read


#95 Music Magic: Strengthen note reading with these fun memory games
By Christy | the Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org You can also Watch / Listen to the LIVE HERE Remember playing the card game of...

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Jun 19, 20238 min read


#94 Summer Music Survival Guide: 13 Practice Tips
By Christy | the Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org You can also Watch / Listen to the Live HERE Learn more about SSSM's Summer Camps...

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May 29, 20233 min read


#93 - 5 Tips to Help Your Child Overcome Performance Anxiety and Love Performing
By Christy | the Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org You can also Watch / Listen to the Live As a parent or teacher, you may be familiar...

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May 15, 20239 min read


#91 My Secrets to Getting and Keeping Adults playing Music - part 2 of 3
By Christy | the Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org You can also Watch / Listen to the Live HERE Are you ready to…learn the last 6 of my...

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Apr 17, 20237 min read


#89 Getting music practice STARTED!
By Christy | the Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org You can also Watch /Live HERE Is it a challenge to “get your practice time started?”...

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Mar 7, 20237 min read


#88 6 Strategies to Bond with Your Student
By Christy | the Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org You can also Watch /Live HERE As teachers, there is a delicate balance between...

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Feb 6, 202310 min read


Summer Camp Registration OPEN!
Summer Camp Registration OPEN for multiple disciplines July 17th - 21st Scotia Suzuki School of Music is strumming to a tune you’ll love!...

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Feb 1, 20231 min read


#85 4 Ways to Have Guilt-free Practicing Over the Holidays
By Christy | the Practicing Pro www.ScotiaSuzuki.org You can also Watch / Listen to the Live HERE Last night I watch the sweetest...

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Dec 5, 20227 min read
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