As we all know, teaching music to young children is a rewarding but challenging experience. We want to foster a love for music while also ensuring that our students achieve musical greatness. How do we strike this balance?

Firstly, remember that every child has the potential to be a great musician. This means that we should not limit our expectations based on their initial abilities or backgrounds.

With the right opportunities, resources, and support, every child can develop their musical talents and achieve greatness in their own way.

However, we should also recognise that every child is unique and has their strengths and weaknesses.

Therefore, the concept of differentiation in music education is crucial in helping children achieve musical greatness while maintaining high standards. By tailoring instruction and learning activities to meet the individual needs and abilities of each student, we can promote inclusivity and help every child reach their full musical potential.

To achieve this, we can offer a range of musical activities that cater to different learning styles, such as hands-on activities or visual aids. We can also provide opportunities for students to pursue their musical interests and strengths, such as composing music or exploring different genres.

Overall, let's keep our standards high for our students while also recognising their individual needs and abilities. By doing so, we can promote a love for music and help every child achieve musical greatness. Keep up the great work, fellow teachers!

Something to look out for in the near future... Crystal Boyak (Author of Wee Violin) and I will be giving a FREE online workshop. Would you like it to be about left hand or right hand set up? Hit REPLY to let me know. :)

Warmest Regards

Laura

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