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Date Posted: 10:02:06 03/27/04 Sat
Author: Steve Tharp
Subject: Re: performing vs. teaching
In reply to: John Padley 's message, "performing vs. teaching" on 17:52:06 03/23/04 Tue

John your question is a very good one. In my own experience throughout college and with the little experience I ahve outside of it i have come to this conclusion. One must know the "ins and outs" of the instruments. Being able to demonstrate what you want is very important especiall at the elementary and early junior high level. It is with knowing your instrument, communicating effectively, and your passion for the music that will make you a good teacher. Being a good performer as a teacher is an asset, but is not, in my opinion a necessity in teaching. Always strive to be a great performer because your students deserve the best possible education and experiences. Do not be fooled though. Alot of times I hear in college, "well I am a music education major so i don't need to perform well." WRONG! You may bot be the best but performing ot the best of your ability is key. You expect the same from your students. I hope that helps some.

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[> Re: performing vs. teaching -- Ryann, 21:11:56 03/28/04 Sun [1]

John, you might have answered your own question when you made the observation about many good teachers being proficient on their instruments. I think if you have a passion for teaching, you're going to want to be as good as you possibly can be in whatever it is that you teach. For example, I will want to be not only the best singer I can possibly be, but the best musician I can possibly be. It's only fair to your students and to yourself.


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