Step 6: Practice
One of the best ways to help your student succeed in music is to simply schedule a time every day for your student to practice. Make it a part of homework time or require it be done before TV time every day.
Most teachers recommend beginners practice for 15 minutes 5 days a week and build from there. By the time your student is in middle school he/she should be practicing for at least 30 minutes 5 days a week. Practice time is directly related to how well your student will do in a school music program.
Learning music is like learning a new set of skills while also learning a new language. It takes a lot of practice to really learn everything. The time allotted in school for orchestra or band is simply not enough.
