Getting Kids to Practice Music - Without Tears and Tantrums
Anastasia Tsioulcas - Deceptive Cadence, NPR 
Music Training Strengthens Children’s Brains, Decision-Making Network
University of Southern California
New research highlights benefits of classical music ensembles for adolescents
Violin Channel
Why private study?!
- cultivates sense of self/identity 
- bolsters confidence 
- consistency - preparation 
- develops practice habits and growth mindset 
- instant feedback - preventative of bad habits and having to relearn
- specified skills directed toward individual needs 
- functions as a trusted life mentor 
- understanding of the psychology and well being of individual students
- understanding of a pathway for each student - repertoire/technique/performance opportunities 
- deep knowledge of a given instrument and global community