When kids struggle with practice, games can make things easier and more fun. How do we use games so that kids stay engaged and practice effectively?
In this workshop, you will learn:
- foundational ideas behind using games
- which games to choose
- how to incorporate games into daily practice
This is an interactive session, and we’ll invite you to share your ideas and experiences incorporating games into practice. You’ll come away with fresh ideas and practical tools for making practice easier.
We realize multiple household members could participate for the price of single admission and ask you to consider the “abundance tier” should your household be able to afford it.
About the Presenters
Christine Goodner is a Suzuki violin, viola, and early childhood education teacher who is passionate about helping her students develop their skills to the best of their ability while developing a lifelong love of music. She is a frequent writer, speaker, and podcaster who aims to help parents & caregivers work with their children with less conflict so that they can get more done in the practice room. You can find her articles and resources at SuzukiTriangle.com.
Edmund Sprunger is a former student of Dr. Shin’ichi Suzuki, Suzuki Method™ originator, and has taught violin for more than 25 years, including over 300 workshops and master classes throughout North and South America, and is a Registered Teacher Trainer with the Suzuki Association of the Americas. He has presented sessions at numerous state, national, and international conferences and has written several books including Helping Parents Practice.
Barbie Wong is a music educator and speaker who has worked with hundreds of parents and teachers around the world. Her mission? To help them inspire kids to make music. Barbie is a classically trained pianist who studied music at Stanford University. She is also a Suzuki teacher, a parent to two teenagers, and a huge consumer of dark chocolate.