Raising a child is hard enough.
Raising a child to be musical can be even harder.
I’ve been there.
I know that it can be difficult.
But it doesn’t have to be that way.
Having taught over 200 students and raised two vivacious children of my own, I discovered that parents are the key component to a child’s musical success.
Music teachers see a child for only 30-60 minutes a week.
The remaining 100+ hours of a child’s waking life are
in the hands of the parent.
Most parents want to help but don’t know how.
Take a Parent Class
and discover…
how to create a musical home
when your child should begin lessons
what instrument to choose
how to help your child with practicing
how to awaken your child’s desire to make music
a deeper connection with your child
simple things you can do starting now
“Barbie, thank you so much for your amazing class! Since I took your class, we are practicing longer and enjoying our time together.”
– Chloe Park, parent
Playing with Joy – Level 1
This class is for anyone who wants to set a strong musical foundation for their child…and ensure that music-making is joyful and fun.
We will cover these topics:
- Growing fun & the language of music
- How to get the most out of music lessons
- Motivation and what really works with kids
- Practice tips for joyful music-making
“Your class has positively rocked my world and it has changed my relationship with my young pianist in a happier way!”
– Sue Lee, parent and music teacher
Playing with Joy – Level 2
This class is for those who have taken Level 1 and want to enhance their ability with raising joyful, musical children.
We will cover these topics:
- Resistance and how to navigate it skillfully and mindfully
- Making practicing more magical and meaningful
- Working with music teachers for inspired music-making
- Practice tips and creative solutions to tough problems
“I came away with so much from Barbie’s course. She focused in on important points, giving real-world examples and bringing fresh perspectives. The course helped me remain calm through difficult practice sessions and keep the big picture in mind.”
– Hillary Nordwell, parent and music teacher