OUR APPROACH
How we work is as important as what we achieve.
We accept all students regardless of their level of musical training and proficiency.
We customize the teaching process to a student's unique needs.
We believe in the importance of building rapport with our students.
We aim to teach students how to practise rather than just telling them what to do.
We use a positive, encouraging, and reinforcing method of coaching.
We encourage students to take risks and learn from mistakes.
We emphasize achieving goals and not perfection.
WHAT STUDENTS BRING TO COACHING SESSIONS
A Bach Buddy coach works best when students come to sessions:
Open to learning
Ready for hard work
Present and engaged in the process
Prepared to try their best
Willing to take risks and make mistakes
Motivated to persist even when it is difficult
Honest with coaches
Ready for fun!
A TYPICAL BACH BUDDY SESSION
Welcome student warmly
Review student’s recent lesson and practice sessions
Create goals and an agenda collaboratively with student
Technique and Studies
Repertoire 1
Repertoire 2
Repertoire 3
Review the practice session, providing positive feedback
Create a plan for solo practicing
Engage in a fun or listening music activity