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Time To Practice

Christine Goodner
Music Practice
Music Education
Suzuki Method
Perfectionism
Motivation
Parenting
Teaching Strategies
Practice Techniques
Practice Tips
Child Development
Joy In Music
Music
Joy In Music Practice
Practice Challenges
Violin
Violin Pedagogy
Student Development
Education Techniques
ADHD
Emotional Support In Practice

Do you help a young musician in your life practice? Are you a teacher that works with young musicians? Hosted by Christine Goodner, an experienced violin and early childhood music teacher. and author of Beyond the Music Lesson & Positive Practice, resources all about how to help families make music practice at home more effective with less conflict. TIME TO PRACTICE will bring you weekly conversat... more

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This week Laura Nerenberg, performing musician, music educator, and parent, is sharing a practice tip with us and I can't wait for you to hear it! Laura first came on the podcast on episode 127 (link below) if you enjoyed this tip, you'll want to che... more

This week our practice tip is coming parent Anton Van Oosbree, who shares three practice tips he's learned after four years of lessons with his child. These are especially great tips for parents and caregivers who practice with their children!

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This week Claire Allen is back for an all-new episode on perfectionism and perfectionist thinking in the music studio. We're excited to share our reflections one year after our series aired, including the resources we're finding helpful and what has ... more

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This week we're revisiting the kickoff episode of a very popular series from last summer all about supporting perfectionists and perfectionist thinking in the process of learning music. Revisit the first episode, listen to the whole series through th... more

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Recent Guests

Alyna Bloecher
Violin pedagogy-focused educator; runs a small Suzuki studio in Tennessee
Private studio in Trenton, Tennessee
Episode: 134 | Alyna Bloecher: Keeping Music Practice Engaging & Avoiding Burnout
Annie Reed
Performing musician, music educator, early childhood educator, and parent of young musicians
Self-described as a game-family and music-family advocate
Episode: 132 | Annie Reed: Gamifying Home Practice & Building Motivation
Bryson Tarbet
Music educator, pre-K through elementary education advocate; hosts That Music Podcast and leads Elementary Music Summit
That Music Podcast; Elementary Music Summit
Episode: 129 | Bryson Tarbet & Music Practice Tips for Young Musicians
Grazzia Rode-Sagastume
Violinist, violist, early childhood music educator, and teacher at University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point
Aber Suzuki Center / University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point
Episode: 131 | Grazzia Rode-Sagastume & The Gift of Time in Music Lessons & Practice
Laura Nerenberg
Suzuki violin teacher and professional violinist in Ottawa/Gatineau
Self-employed / Suzuki Pedagogy
Episode: 127 | Laura Nerenberg on Improvisation, Working to Avoid Distraction, & Music Practice
Jeeyoon Kim
Award-winning classical pianist, educator, author, and podcaster
Independent
Episode: 124 | Beyond the Keys with Jeeyoon Kim (Part Two)
Sarah Hart-Unger
Pediatric endocrinologist, host of Best Laid Plans and Best of Both Worlds
Episode: 119 | Sarah Hart-Unger on Planning, Goals, & Music Practice
Megan Orton
Digital Wellness Educator and founder of Mindful Media
Mindful Media
Episode: Practice Motivation & Screen Time with Megan Orton of MIndful Media
Nicola Cantan
Music educator and pianist, author of Practice Pie
Practice Pie
Episode: Nicola Cantan answers the Question: How do I get my Child to Want To Practice?

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Christine Goodner
Host focusing on practical music practice, Suzuki pedagogy, and family-centered strategies

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135 | NEW - Perfectionism in the Music Studio Revisited with Claire Allen & Christine Goodner
Q: What resources or books do you recommend for listeners who want to dive deeper into how brains learn and practice effectively?
Christine and Claire discuss Molly Gebrian's Learn Faster, Perform Better, Ellen Hendriksen's How to Be Enough, and related works as long-term resources for understanding learning and self-acceptance in practice.
135 | NEW - Perfectionism in the Music Studio Revisited with Claire Allen & Christine Goodner
Q: What else have you been reflecting on, Claire?
Claire shares two key reflections: a deliberate focus on neurodivergence and the importance of using positive, specific language in feedback to support students' self-image and motivation.
135 | NEW - Perfectionism in the Music Studio Revisited with Claire Allen & Christine Goodner
Q: Could you just give a brief introduction for those who have not met you before, or maybe who need a refresher, just about where you're calling in from or talking to us from and what you do in the world of music?
Claire introduces herself as a violinist and educator based in the Northern Virginia / DC area, discussing her teaching range and experience with different age groups.
134 | Alyna Bloecher: Keeping Music Practice Engaging & Avoiding Burnout
Q: What would you like listeners to take away about practice and keeping it engaging in the summer?
The combination of simple, flexible goals (like a 50-day run), accessible tools (printable practice charts), and social accountability (family participation and community connections) helps keep practice enjoyable and sustainable without burning out.
123 | Jeeyoon Kim on Practice & Creating Connection Through Music
Q: What do you think it's important for people to know about you as a musician before we get started?
Jeeyoon explains her mission to bridge performers and audiences, making classical music more accessible to contemporary listeners, while preserving core core content and embracing storytelling and collaboration with other art forms.

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A practical, practitioner-focused show that centers on helping families and teachers boost young musicians' practice habits. Across episodes, listeners encounter hands-on methods for improving motivation, attention, and technique through Suzuki pedagogy, deliberate practice, and structured routines. Guests range from veteran educators and performers to researchers and parents, with recurring emphasis on managing distractions, designing effective home practice, and fostering joyful, sustainable engagement with music. A notable strength is translating complex concepts—such as executive function, deliberate practice, and the impact of screen time—into concrete tips families can apply in real-life lessons and daily routines.

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1. Alyna Bloecher
2. Annie Reed
3. Bryson Tarbet
4. Grazzia Rode-Sagastume
5. Laura Nerenberg
6. Jeeyoon Kim
7. Sarah Hart-Unger
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