The Non-Musician's Guide to Parenting a Piano Player

Book excerpt: "The Non-Musician's Guide to Parenting a Piano Player is quite superb and full of important information that needs to be known by all parents" David Dubal American pianist, author, lecturer, broadcaster and teacher at The Julliard School, New York. "Recommended" Frances Wilson London based pianist, piano teacher, music and art reviewer under the nom de plume, The Cross-Eyed Pianist. "Peter Walsh has a fresh approach and a unique way of saying things that are thought provoking. An excellent piano resource, one which I highly recommend" Piano Discoveries, California. For the first time, an easy to follow, step by step guide that will leave you capable and confident overseeing your child's piano studies. Accounting for all levels of student, from the absolute beginner to the undergraduate, and written with a language accessible to the non-musician, The Non-Musician's Guide to Parenting a Piano Player covers the essential areas, including: . Finding the right piano . Choosing the right piano teacher . Creating an environment to maximise learning . Instilling motivation within your child . Recognising good, from bad practice habits . Improving your child's confidence with public performance