Time To Practice

Today, we’re speaking to Christopher Maloney of Practice Warriors. Christopher is a multi-instrumentalist who has performed and recorded with an impressive list of rock and pop musicians, some of whom he’ll share at the start of our interview below. He’s a former instructor and Department Chair at the world-renowned Musicians Institute in Los Angeles, a published author with Hal Leonard Publishing and runs a website called Practice Warriors where he shares tips about practice, interviews with musicians, and resources for music students as a part of the membership there. He also shares great articles and ideas about practice in his newsletter. Links in this episode: The Practice Warriors membership site: https://www.practicewarriors.com YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@practicewarriors Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/practicewarriors Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/practicewarriors Connect with Christine on Instagram The transcript and blog post for this episode can be found HERE This episode is brought to you by my practice workbook, Positive Practice

This is second in a two- part series with violinist and pedagogue Amy Beth Horman. You can listen to part 1 on episode 48 (HERE). We talk about minds wandering in practice, continue our conversation on gratitude, and talk about parenting a musical child as well. There was such a great response to the first episode of this two-part series and I can't wait for you to listen to part two! Link to supporting Talk : https://bit.ly/4at8lV5 Connect with Amy Beth Horman here: https://sfcm.edu/study/faculty/amy-beth-horman Instagram: www.Instagram.com/hormanviolinstudio Connect with Christine on Instagram: www.Instagram.com/SuzukiTriangle Email Christine: TimetoPracticePodcast@gmail.com Transcript for this interview can be found HERE

In this episode we start what is a two-part interview with violinist and pedagogue Amy Beth Horman. We had such a fascinating conversation about practice, both from her perspective, which you will hear today, but also about how she works with and talks about practice with her daughter Ava and with her students (which we’ll get into more in next week’s episode). I found this conversation fascinating and I can’t wait for you to join us! Links in this episode: This episode is brought to you by the Time to Practice Pep talk series. Our next event is for Instrumental teachers and more information can be found HERE Connect with Amy Beth Horman here: https://sfcm.edu/study/faculty/amy-beth-horman Instagram: www.Instagram.com/hormanviolinstudio Connect with Christine on Instagram: www.Instagram.com/SuzukiTriangle Transcript can be found at www.SuzukiTriangle.com/TTPEpisode48

On this week's mini episode, Christine shares some thoughts on why transition rituals can be helpful leading up to practice, some ideas for where to start when you work on creating one of your own (for yourself or your child) and asks listeners to send an email or audio recording sharing their transition ritual for practice to be used for a future episode. You can find this episode in written form here: https://suzukitriangle.com/ttpepisode47/ Email Christine about your practice transition ritual at Christine@SuzukiTriangle.com Connect with Christine on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzukitriangle/

Christine is still traveling for the SAA/ASTA conference this week so here is part two of our listener favorite series with practice tips from Season 1 of the podcast. You can find the transcript and show notes for this episode here: https://suzukitriangle.com/ttpepisode25/

Christine is traveling to the SAA/ASTA conference this week so is excited to share this listener favorite episode with you. It's the first of two parts (you'll hear part 2 next week) with some of the best practice tips from Season 1 of the podcast. You can find the transcript for this episode here: https://suzukitriangle.com/ttpepisode24/

This week we’re speaking with Jennifer Roig-Francolí: musicians coach, creator of the Art of Freedom Method, Alexander Teacher, and Bestselling Author of the new book Make Great Music with Ease!: The Secret to Smarter Practice, Confident Performance, and Living a Happier Life In this episode, we discuss the importance of choices and playing without tension, doubt gremlins, and Jennifer’s 5 life pillars from her Art of Freedom method. There are important takeaways here for you, whether you’re a musician yourself, a music educator, or a parent or caregiver of a young musician. You can find the transcript and blog post for this episode HERE Mind-Body Awareness for Musicians: youtu.be/Zr1c4T9KgFM?si=TD1pO4MlDLLEetEN Connect with Jennifer Roig-Francolí FB BIZ PAGE - www.facebook.com/artoffreedom.me/ FB GROUP - www.facebook.com/groups/J30DPC/ Instagram - www.instagram.com/jennifer.roigfrancoli/ YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/@JenniferRoigFrancoli Website - www.ArtofFreedom.me Connect with Christine and share your takeaways on Instagram This episode is brought to you by: Beyond the Music Lesson

In this mini episode Christine Goodner discusses the importance of knowing both how far we've come AND where we're headed. Striking that balance as a musician and as an adult supporting a young musician is so important. You can read this episode in written form HERE The Gap and The Gain book (affiliate link) Hilary Hahn on Instagram Connect with Christine and share your takeaways on Instagram

On this week’s episode, we’re speaking with long-time Suzuki parent Alan Duncan. Alan shares what he’s learned through the challenging starting phases of preschool beginner through letting go and helping his daughter transition into the independent practicer she is now. We talk about creativity, practice as the stress-test for the parent-child relationship, and the act of letting go as we let our children take charge of their practice when the time is right and so much more. Links in this week’s episode: Blog post and transcript can be found Here This episode is brought to you by Positive Practice Alan’s Suzuki Experience Blog Alan Duncan’s Collaborative Pianist Website Connect with Christine on Instagram

On this week’s episode of the Time to Practice podcast, we’re speaking with music educator and speaker Barbie Wong. Barbie shares about the importance of community for young musicians (and their parents!), about supporting our children in music practice through the idea of love first, and about remembering the difference between practicing and playing. Links in this week’s episode: Blog post and transcript can be found HERE This episode is brought to you by my workbook: Positive Practice Barbie’s Wong's Website Connect with Barbie on Instagram Find Barbie’s online classes for Parents Connect with Christine on Instagram

On this week’s episode of the podcast your host Christine Goodner is bringing you a mini-episode on one of the themes that keeps coming up this season: finding Joy in our musical lives. Links in this week’s episode: Past episode with Crystal Boyack and Susanna Klein The Last Repair Shop on Youtube The written version of this week’s episode/transcript can be found HERE Connect with Christine on Instagram How are you finding joy this week? I’d love to hear from you!

On this week’s episode, we’re speaking to Violinist and Practice expert Susanna Klein. Susanna shares her own experience with music practice, how her perspective changed about music practice after incorporating ideas from sports psychology, and thoughts on supporting our children in their music practice. Links in this week’s episode: Susanna’s Website: practizma.com Susanna’s YouTube Channel: Youtube.com/practiceblitz Connect with Susanna on Instagram: instagram.com/practizma The transcript and blog post can be found HERE Connect with Christine on Instagram

On this week’s episode of the podcast, your host, Christine Goodner, is bringing you our first mini-episodes for season 2, all about the practice it takes to flex our perseverance muscle in the practice room. Links in this week’s episode: Last week’s episode with Crystal Boyack The written version of this week’s episode/transcript can be found HERE Connect with Christine on Instagram Questions to reflect on this week: What character qualities, or life skills, do I hope my child develops through learning their instrument? How can I support my child as a human developing these skills, while also helping them develop skills on their instrument? Have a great week everyone!

Welcome to season 2! On this week's episode, we're speaking with Crystal Boyack: violinist, parent, and creator of Wee Violin (and Wee Cello & Wee Viola which are newly out this week!). We talk about her own practice journey, what she learned from practicing with her own children, and what inspired her to create Wee Violin. Links in this episode: Crystal Boyack's Instagram Website: crystalboyackmusicstudio.com Connect with your host Christine Goodner on Instagram Support the podcast by purchasing or recommending one of Christine's books: Amazon or Bookshop.org Show notes and transcript of our conversation can be found at www.SuzukiTriangle.com/TTPEpisode39

On this week's episode of the Time to Practice podcast we're speaking with violist Grazzia Rode-Sagastume about how she fell in love with the Viola right from the start of her music journey, the importance of community, and how she works to support parents and caregivers in her program. Links in this Episode: Find Grazzia on Instagram Omaha Conservatory of Music Music Practice Makeover Detailed show notes and Transcript at www.SuzukiTriangle.com/TTPEpisode38/

Join the host of the Time to Practice podcast Christine E Goodner as she shares some of the behind-the-scenes process of how her new book Music Practice Makeover came into existence. You can get your own copy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3L0PYd2 or find it on apple books, barnes & noble, KOBO and more here: https://books2read.com/u/b6M9ly You can find detailed show notes and a transcript of this episode at www.SuzukiTriangle.com/TTPEpisode37/

This week on the podcast we're speaking with freelance artist and viola & violin teacher Ángel Falú-García. We talk about his start in music and how he ended up playing the viola, what he learned the hard way about practice and how that influences how he works with his students now and more. Links in this episode Find Ángel M. Falú's Teaching Page on Facebook Find Ángel M. Falú-García on Instagram Pre-order Christine's New Book Music Practice Makeover, out next week HERE. Find Christine on Instagram You can find a transcript and detailed show notes at www.SuzukiTriangle.com/TTPEpisode36/

In my work conducting interviews, giving talks and workshops, and working with many families over the last two decades, I've realized there are many, many reasons we practice. In this episode I share four common reasons we practice. Of course one reason is that we want to, or love to, practice. But there are other very valid experiences around practice too! Links from this episode: PreOrder the ebook of Music Practice Makeover HERE Find Christine on Instagram

In this episode, we are speaking with music educator and children's author Courtney Woodward. In our conversation she shared with her students in the classroom about practice, how the process of writing and publishing a book is so related to music, and all about her new children's book out today! Links from this episode: Courtney's Instagram Courtney's Facebook Courtney's Website The New Book Family Dynamics on Amazon & on Barnes&Noble.com Detailed show notes and transcript at SuzukiTriangle.com/TTPEpisode34/

This week on the Time to Practice Podcast we're speaking with music educator Barbie Wong. We talk about her research into the lives of musicians, how we can create an environment that supports young musicians' growth, and some great tips for motivation and music practice. You won't want to miss this conversation! Links in this Episode: Find Barbie’s Facebook Group Barbie’s website: https://www.barbiewong.com/ Barbie Wong’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/barbiewong Find Barbie Wong on Instagram: www.instagram.com/barbiewongmusic Detailed Show Notes & Transcript can be found at www.SuzukiTriangle.com/TTPEpisode33/ Support the podcast by attending our next Live, Online event all about practice personalities: https://bit.ly/3fS71Aa