BUILDING CONFIDENCE

One of the ways that we build confidence and competence in our students is by having them teach what they have already learned. This applies to all areas--the instrument lesson, musicianship class (which includes theory), and the specialized theory exam reviews. We have found that the student who helps in teaching quickly gains mastery of the material taught; for in the act of teaching, whether one-on-one or before the class, the concepts are clarified, and proper habits are strengthened.