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Beyond the Music Lesson

by Christine Goodner & Abigail Peterson : Suzuki Music Teacher, blogger, Autho

Beyond the Music Lesson is an interview style podcast about learning music, teaching music, and parenting music students. Hosts Abigail Peterson and Christine Goodner share from their own experiences growing up learning music, as teachers, and as parents and each episode also features an interview with an expert to help share useful tips and information with listeners. Listen weekly for inspiration!

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Episodes

  1. Ep. 40: Dream Big & Be Courageous with Chili Dog Strings

    Join us in Episode 40 as we talk to Rachel Samson and Neil Gilfillian of Chili Dog Strings. We talk about tips for Summer Practice, keeping inspiration alive as teachers and for our students, and hear all about Neil & Rachel's new project for violin students: The Twinkle Factory. Links from…

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  2. Ep. 39 The Ability of Every Child with Allison Woerner

    Join us as we talk about how to help with the cost of attending Summer Camps and Institutes in our tip of the week. Abbey has a new technology tip to share and Christine has a tip for keeping teens engaged in music. We are thrilled to have Allison Woerner with us to talk about students with...

  3. Ep 38: Focusing on the Process & the Relationship with Brittany Gardner

    On this week's episode we announce our Beyond the Music Lesson Book Club pick for next month. We also share a tip about planning for summer and a great resource that Christine is going to use in her next group class. We had a great conversation with Brittany Gardner about practicing with our own...

  4. Ep 37 Find A Way to Love the Work with Jeff Goins

    This week we answer a listener question about helping their child learn to keep a steady beat & both Christine and Abbey share a book recommendation. We are thrilled to have best selling author Jeff Goins on the podcast this episode talking about his own music studies, what it's like to be the...

  5. Ep 36 Learning to Practice Effectively with Liz Trinidad

    Join us as we answer a listener question about the dangers of a child learning too fast. Christine and Abbey both share tips that they've been finding especially useful lately. And we have a wonderful interview with Liz Trinidad, a piano and flute teacher, and how she teaches students to practice...

  6. Ep 35: Real Talk about Home Practice with Multiple Children with Stacy Smith

    Join Christine & Abbey as they talk about how to support your child as they learn to read music, and share resources about where to find practice games and how to get in more listening. We also have a great conversation with Stacy Smith, Violin teacher and mom of 5 music students. Hear all about...

  7. Ep 34 Female Composers & the Suzuki Studio with Claire Allen

    Join Abby & Christine as they answer a listener question about perfectionism and share their tips for the week. Our guest this week is Claire Allen and we're talking all about female composers and how to bring their work and music into our teaching studios! Trello & Master Trello for Business...

  8. Ep 33: Access & Equity in Music Education with Clara Hardie

    On this week's episode we answer a question about students taking more initiative to practice. We also share a few resources we love including a podcast and a fiction book we think you'll enjoy. We are thrilled to be talking to Clara Hardie of Detroit Youth Volume about her work with the program...

  9. Ep 32 Expert Tips for Parents & Music Teachers

    Beyond the Music Lesson is turning one! Join Abbey & Christine as they share more of the story about how the podcast started and share some of the tips that have made the biggest impact on them this past year. Do you have a favorite tip you've heard on the podcast this year? Share it with us on...

  10. Ep 31 Creativity & Self-Compassion for Musicians with Melissa Dinwiddie

    Join Christine & Abbey as they talk about their goal setting for the new year and share their tips for the week. Christine has a book recommendation and Abbey shares how she plans to help herself stay on track with one of her big goals for the year. We also have a conversation you won't want to...

  11. Ep 30 Part 2 - The Importance of Mindset with Amy Beth Horman

    Today we're excited to share part two of our interview with Amy Beth Horman. Join us as we talk about what practice is like in her house, a resource she uses all the time, what inspired her to start her own podcast, and her advice for parents. If you haven't listened to the first half of this...

  12. Ep 29 The Importance of Mindset with Amy Beth Horman (Part 1)

    This week's we are thrilled to have Amy Beth Horman on the podcast. We had such a great conversation with her that we are releasing it in two episodes that you won't want to miss. In this first half hear about a defining moment that happened to Amy Beth during a performance as a teen and how it...

  13. Ep. 28: How To Talk So Kids Can Learn

    Join Abbey and Christine as they discuss the book How to Talk So Kids Can Learn. If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a rating or review on Apple Podcasts. This helps our show reach more people! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram

  14. Ep. 27: Shelly Davis on Supporting Parents with Practice

    On this week's episode Christine & Abbey talk about ideas for keeping practice going over the holidays. Abbey shares a tip for a type of musical performance to look for in your area and Christine shares an idea for finding holiday tunes to try at home. We have Shelly Davis of The Piano Parent...

  15. Ep. 26: Parenting A Young Beginner - A Teacher's Perspective with Brecklyn Ferrin

    On this week's podcast Abbey and Christine answer a question about fitting in practice with your schedule feels like it's just too full. Abbey shares a tip that working with her son in practice and Christine shares a book recommendation. We have Brecklyn Ferrin on the show today who shares her...

  16. Ep. 25: Inspiring Teen Musicians with Colleen Fitzgerald

    On this week's episode we answer a listener question about keeping practice from becoming stale and give tips about managing to do lists and managing practice for teens. We also talk to Colleen Fitzgerald who expertly works with the teens in her program to keep them engaged in music lessons. You...

  17. Ep. 24: Balancing Performing & Teaching with Kela Walton

    On this week's episode Christine and Abby answer a question about creating community and announce our book club book for the fall. Get your copy at your local library or here: How to Talk So Kids Can Learn . If you want to send us your comments about the book you can email us at...

  18. Ep 23: Understanding Communities & How Students Learn with Michele Horner

    On this week's episode we discuss how to work through music students being tired when they first start full-day school. We also share an organizational tip and a listening idea. Our guest today is Michele Horner. Her great book has helped many teachers and families understand their students…

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  19. Ep 22 - The Importance of Music Studio Branding with Andrea Miller

    On this week's episode Abbey and Christine discuss how to help students through the middle school age slump that many students experience. We also share tips from what is working for their own studios this fall. Our interview guest is Andrea Miller of the Music Studio Startup Podcast and Blog -...

  20. Ep. 21 - Performer Spotlight: Jennifer Arnold

    This week Christine and Abbey as they discussion a listener question about a child that wants to quit because they dislike practice and hear a tips about how they get their own practice in their busy schedules. This week is also a great interview with Oregon Symphony violist Jennifer Arnold. Hear...

  21. Ep 20: Vio's Violin with Kenesha Ryce

    This week we answer a listener question about the proper way to move on to a new studio and Christine and Abbey both share a tip from what is working in their studio's right now. Our interview this week is with Kenesha Ryce, Author of Vio's Violin a great new illustrated children's book that we...

  22. Ep. 19: Adventures in Suzuki Parenting with Jodie St. Clair

    We're excited to be back for season two! Join Abbey and Christine as we answer a listener question about helping turn around negative practice session and each share a tip that is helping us right now. We also talk to Jodie St. Clair from Adventures in Suzuki Parenting and it's a conversation you...

  23. Summer School: Ep. 4: Practice Perfect Book Discussion

    Join Abbey and Christine as we discuss the book Practice Perfect in our last summer school episode! Show Notes Practice Perfect by Doug Lemov, Erica Woolway, and Katie Yezzi Teach Like a Champion by Doug Lemov If you are enjoying the show, please leave us a rating or review on Apple Podcasts.…

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  24. Summer School Ep. 3: Preparing for Recitals

    On today's podcast Abbey and Christine talk about preparing for recitals. We discuss some of what teachers must do before the big day and important things for parents to know as well. We also tackle the topic of "What piece will be play?" We'd love to hear what you would add to this discussion....

  25. Summer School Ep. 2: Summer Practice Ideas

    Join Abbey and Christine in their lively discussion of ideas for practice during the summer that they have learned from their years as students, teachers, and parents. Our second summer school episode is full of ideas you can use in your house or in your studio with the students you work with. In...

  26. Summer School Ep 1: Willpower Doesn't Work Book Discussion

    Join us for our first summer school episode as we discuss Benjamin Hardy's new book Willpower Doesn't Work. How does the book tie in to studying music? (hint: really well!). Do Abbey and Christine use any of the principles in the book? What did they learn that they want to add into their own…

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  27. Ep. 18: Peaceful, Productive Practice with Christine Goodner

    Today on the podcast we talk about the importance of informal performances, Christine shares a listening suggestion from the Harlem Quartet and Abbey talks to Christine about peaceful, productive practice. This is a great episode for anyone who practices with their child, or works with parents…

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  28. Ep. 17: Group Class Inspiration with Amy Matherly

    On this week's podcast we talk with Amy Matherly about group classes, she has great tips and ideas to share! We also answer a listener question about keeping the non practice parent involved in music lessons and share a tip about staying motivated over the summer. Show Notes Article about Summer...

  29. Ep 16: Summer School on the Podcast!

    On this week's podcast we are giving you a preview of what's coming up this summer on the show! Abbey and Christine will tell you all about our "Summer School" sessions and invite you to participate. You can always send us an email at [email protected]. Links from today's show June's...

  30. Ep. 15: Cultural Diversity in Music Education with Laurita Jauregui

    This week we answer a listener question about rushing through practice and how to help our children and students slow down a bit and focus more! We have a great conversation with Laurita Jauregui about her work in Portland, OR with BRAVO, Oregon's only current El Sistema Program. We talk about…

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  31. Ep. 14: Teaching Effectively in a School Setting with Elizabeth Day

    On this episode Christine shares a tip for turning around bad practice attitudes and Abbey shares a newly released album that she got a chance to listen to in advance. We also answer a listener question and have a great conversation with Elizabeth Day about how to teach effectively in a school...

  32. Ep. 13: Creative Student Performances with Gretchen Rebar

    This week we answer a question about left handed students and if it's a consideration when starting an instrument. Abbey shares a tip from our friend and colleague Rachel Ludt that has been a huge help in home practice at her house. We also announce our winner of the March rate & review contest....

  33. Ep. 12 Introducing Students to Music History with Hadley Johnson Gibbons

    Welcome to this week's episode! We share new tips, a great listening suggestion and answer a new listener question. On this week's episode we're talking to Hadley Johnson Gibbons about her book From Suzuki to Mozart: A History of the Repertoire from Suzuki Violin Books 1-10 and why learning music...

  34. Ep. 11: Success in a School Music Program with Anthony Mazzocchi

    On Today's episode we answer a listener question about when a child is talking too much in the music lesson and share our tips of the week. Our guest on the show is educator and trombonist Anthony Mazzocchi. He is also author of the book The Music Parent's Guide: A Survival Kit for the New Music...

  35. Ep. 10: Participating in Your Music Community with Laurie Niles

    On today's episode Christine & Abbey answer a listener question about what to do when a student talks too much in the lesson. They also give their tip of the week & a new listening suggestion. Laurie Niles of Violinist.com is the guest today & shares how the website got started and how it has...

  36. Ep. 9: Preparing for College and Beyond with Dr. Scott Conklin

    Today Christine & Abbey tackle a listener question about how to help students who are having trouble focusing on practice. We also have a fun tip for practice and a favorite listening suggestion from Christine's studio. Our guest on this week's episode is Dr. Scott Conklin who gives great insight...

  37. Ep. 8: Creatively Engaging Students with Peter Thomas

    On this week's episode Abbey & Christine announce a fun listener contest for the month of March (read the details below). They also answer a listener question about intermediate level students and share their tip & listening suggestions of the week. Today's guest is cellist Peter Thomas. Peter...

  38. Ep. 7: SECE as a Springboard for Starting Suzuki Lessons with Lenni Jabour

    In this episode we answer a listener question about buying instruments online, find out a funny similarity we have with each other during our listener tip discussion, and have a wonderful conversation with Lenni Jabour. Ask a Listener Question Show Notes Lenni Jabour's Website: Little Music…

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  39. Ep 6: Practicing for Your Child's Personality with Michele Horner

    Join us today as we talk with Michele Horner about Practicing with our Child's personality in mind. She has a fantastic book on the subject and great stories about how understanding how our children think and learn help them practice with more joy and ease. Christine and Abbey also answer a...

  40. Ep. 5: "Is My Child Ready to Start Lessons?" with Dr. Kate Einarson

    Welcome Episode 5 where we discuss a listener question, Christine gives a tip that she uses every week when she's teaching and Abbey shares what she is listening to this week. Listen to a great conversation with Dr. Kate Einarson who is both a research scientist of 15 years and a violin and…

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  41. Ep. 4: Parent Encouragement with Paula Bird

    In Episode four we answer a listener question about older beginners and share our tip and listening suggestion of the week. We also have a great conversation with Paula Bird that is full of great ideas whether you are a parent, or are a teacher helping parents work with their children. If you...

  42. Ep. 3: Music Arranging & The Creative Process with Martha Yasuda

    Today we share tips, listening recommendations and have a great conversation with Violin teacher and music arranger Martha Yasuda. Here all about how she got started arranging music, her creative process, and how giving one hundred percent and focusing on the little details make all the…

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  43. Ep. 2: Engaging Practice with Neil & Rachel of Chili Dog Strings

    In this week's show Abigail & Christine share another great resource and listening idea to check out at home. We also had a wonderful time talking with Neil and Rachel Samson of Chili Dog Strings about having engaging practice sessions. They have wonderful ideas to share with you! Ask a Listener...

  44. Ep. 1: Institutes & Workshops with Jennifer Burton

    Welcome to our first full length episode. Today Abigail and Christine will be sharing a tip of the week, a listening recommendation and we have a great interview with Jennifer Burton. Jennifer Burton will share her experience meeting Dr. Suzuki, great stories from teaching, and how workshops and...

  45. Episode 0: Introducing the Beyond the Music Lesson Podcast

    Welcome to Beyond the Music Lesson! A weekly podcast featuring interviews and conversation about learning music, teaching music, and parenting music students. Join hosts Abigail Peterson and Christine Goodner as they introduce the show and themselves. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram Facebook...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Beyond the Music Lesson is an interview style podcast about learning music, teaching music, and parenting music students. Hosts Abigail Peterson and Christine Goodner share from their own experiences growing up learning music, as teachers, and as parents and each episode also features an interview with an expert to help share useful tips and information with listeners. Listen weekly for inspiration!

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Christine Goodner & Abigail Peterson : Suzuki Music Teacher, blogger, Autho

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