The kids started taking lessons in June. I was hesitant to start because I knew how much work would be involved for all of us. I also had a hard time justifying paying for a piano teacher when both my husband and I play. But after talking to an excellent violinist from the symphony who takes her kids to a violin teacher, I realized the benefit of external motivation all around. So far, so good! Their teacher gives them much more work than I would and it's great to have his voice added to their musical training. Unfortunately or fortunately for the kids, my husband or I sit by them almost every time they practice. It's a bit like having a lesson every day, which has allowed them to progress quickly.
On the downside, there are weeks, including this one, when I'm practicing 2-3 hours of violin and then sitting for another hour at the piano. No wonder the house is a mess!
Of course, no post about fine arts would be complete without dance. And very few posts on this blog are complete without Braden.
He gets his moves from his daddy.
