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Tips to Make Guitar Practice Fun for Your Child
Kids face many challenges as they try to learn to play the guitar. For example, choosing between practice sessions and playtime is usually a tough decision for them. Motivating your child to go for practice helps him overcome such challenges. Remember, music benefits your child in various ways including keeping him out of trouble. Here are some tips to motivate your child to practice.
Let Your Child Play the Music He/She Likes
Children are not like adults i.e. they do not have a structured mindset. They can play any type of music at any time. For instance, some kids play Christmas carols on their guitar even when it is past the Holiday Season. Do not discourage them from doing so. Instead, let them explore their talent how they want to explore it. You never know, a child who does so might compose a classic Christmas carol in future.
Find the Right Guitar Teacher
Choosing the right teacher is critical because teachers play a huge role when it comes to molding the mind of a child. More specifically, they can either motivate or discourage a kid. For example, a teacher should teach your kid about dedication, passion for music, and hard work. Children are happy when they attend lessons taught by such teachers. Consequently, your child would never miss a practice lesson because his/her teacher makes it fun for him/her to learn music with tons of musical games and activities.
Attend His/Her Guitar Performances
Many parents fail to realize that their presence is the greatest motivating factor in a child’s life. This presence is critical because kids want you to be proud of them. In fact, most of them perform for you and not for the audience. Engage them during their practice sessions and assure them that you will be there for their performance. Kids will rarely skip a single lesson if you engage them in such ways.
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