100 TSP Breaking Up the Relationship

There may come a time to break up the teacher-parent-student relationship. What is the best way to handle this situation?

This episode shares some personal stories of some studio breakups — sad, angry, puzzling, happy, and memorable. The episode sets out some criteria to consider to lift the breakup to a pleasant place that will induce warm memories and acknowledge the positive history in the past.

Please consider sharing some of your personal stories in the comments below, whether you are a parent or a teacher. If you have specific advice to share with others about this process, please leave a comment below.

If you have questions or answers or you would like to comment or leave me a voice mail, you can do so at (512) 537-6356. If you would like to send me an email, you may do so at paula@teachsuzuki.com. I welcome comments and questions about this episode and am interested in hearing about the perspective of other parents and teachers.

You may find more information and useful articles on my blog at: Teach Suzuki Blog.

Until next time,

Happy Practicing!

—– Paula —–

© 2018 by Paula E. Bird

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Author: Paula Bird

I am a professional violinist, university teacher, and private instructor with training in the Suzuki Method of Talent Education. I have decades of experience as a teacher and am willing to share my knowledge with parents and teachers of children who are learning music using the Suzuki Method.

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