Music Teaching Tips

I usually write a letter to the parents, or do it via a phone call, stating the nature of the continuing problem and what I propose to deal with it. I usually suggest the study of another instrument or study with another teacher because of lack of progress, saying perhaps "a different instrument " or "a different teaching approach might work out better for the student." This is not only diplomatic, but true, as students can react differently to different teaching styles. In keeping with WMMTA policy and practice, I always make an effort to suggest three other teachers that I think might be appropriate for the parents to talk with about continuing the student's training.