Category — Older beginners
Its All About Choices
do you recognize this student type?
Gender: male or female
Age: 13-18
Level: beginner to early intermediate
Title: Beginning older student
Character: Seemingly responsible. Eager to play, especially the music he or she knows by ear. Usually has all of the answers. Bordering on independence, but still in need of supervision. Smart. Capable. Possesses one or the other: extreme, unwarranted confidence; or an all too harsh criticism of their skills (which in most cases are adequate or excellent). Sometimes carrying an unattractive attitude to the lesson.
Their biggest challenge: Understanding that their desired level will take time and work. Understanding that they too can reach the same playing level as their their classmate, who most likely started lessons at a younger age. Learning how to MAKE time to practice in order to achieve their goals.
October 14, 2009 1 Comment
