tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2132111670235508577.post5662370635470236000..comments2022-03-24T18:46:20.982-06:00Comments on Peak Educational Resources: The Value of Instrumental Lessons Carol Fertighttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04326209850127962672noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2132111670235508577.post-20988702999571883882013-07-14T20:47:47.240-06:002013-07-14T20:47:47.240-06:00My children, 11-year-old twins, are in their third...My children, 11-year-old twins, are in their third year of lessons. My son is somewhat of a natural, while my daughter doesn't advance as quickly. Yet, her interest has expanded in music and now she is also taking guitar lessons.<br /><br />I've seen a big change in her academics overall. Even though she is far from a prodigy, my daughter practices and can see improvement each month. I think this has encouraged her to feel less frustrated while studying other subjects.<br /><br />I attempt to expose them to a variety of music. I think it's important that parents continue to expose themselves to new music as well. Every generation has their own perception of good music, and it's easy to discount contemporary pop as poor quality.<br /><br />I listen to the radio with my kids, and follow popular music. Generally, most of it is garbage. This gives me more credibility when I have first-hand knowledge of why it's garbage. Additionally, I have experienced some high-quality songwriting and musical talent that I would likely have missed had I stayed tuned to the music of my generation.Jason Tweedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17145028135602410275noreply@blogger.com