So we have an 8 week break from lessons coming up as I take some time for maternity leave. Just because lessons are on hold, doesn't mean that the playing should stop.
Take advantage of this time of year and have fun playing holiday tunes at home and at family gatherings. Ask me for sheet music, look online, use your ears to play any piece you like or head over to your local music store and look for some sheet music!
Parents - try turning your kids advent calendars into practice motivation! They don't get their candy or prize until they play that day!
Get creative with review! Pick from pieces out of a bowl or hat, mark them off a list or follow the review chart available in lesson. This is the perfect time to check up on those older pieces and making sure a strong foundation is established before continuing on with lessons in January.
Advanced players should have a piece in mind that they are preparing for the next solo recital on Sunday March 5th. Take this time to become comfortable with your piece and master the notes and bowings so we can just polish things up once lessons resume.
Get online and find some interesting shows nearby to attend. Public Libraries, Western University, Aeolian Hall and the London Music Club are all great venues for a wide range of artists.
Listen, listen and listen some more. If you are going away for the holidays and the violins are not making the trip, make sure the recording does and listen daily to keep your ears trained.
As always, I will try to be available over the break to answer any e-mails or phone calls as well as any tuning emergencies! Thank you for your patience and understanding in the changes made to this years schedule.
Stay tuned for a birth announcement and I look forward to seeing everyone back at the end of January!
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