• success is the best motivation

The participants are shown how to achieve success with students of all ages by providing them with a comprehensive and thoroughly organized program of study. Emphasis is placed on giving lessons that do not require any corrections, and on making it possible for every student to play with genuine artistry.

• achieving success (solving the problems of teaching music)
  

Seminar participants submit issues to be included in the exploration of proven materials and teaching methods considered fundamental to overall success. What we are seeking is not the illusion of accomplishment -- the shadow of success -- it must be the real thing.

• successful memorization

Because memorization is required, we owe it to our students to teach it effectively. Ms George demonstrates the process of "visualization" (memorizing before playing), as well as a thorough plan for developing secure memory preparations and follow through.

• music study is a moving experience

Movement can coordinate mental and physical responses to music. In this session, the participants will actively experience how creative exercises can free technical issues while dramatizing the concepts of music theory.

• building audiences for the 21st century

The Independent Music Teacher assumes an ever more significant role in the arts education of America's young people as the school system pares back its budgets for such "nonessentials." If our culture is to survive and thrive, we must be ready to meet the challenge, and to do it now. Building on the preceding topics, this seminar demonstrates ways to involve students and their families in the active perception and enjoyment of art music including the master works of today.