Violinist, violin and viola teacher, Suzuki Early Childhood Educator

Meredith Vaughan, Violin

Violinist, violin and viola teacher, Suzuki Early Childhood Educator

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How to Take Lesson Notes

How to take effective notes during a violin lesson + how to use the notes to help your child practice

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Manageable Practice

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Practice Tips and Tools

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Re-Starting Practice

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Creating a Listening Routine

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What is Practice?

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Practice + Listening + Time (or, Slow Magic)

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I’m a Minneapolis based violinist + violin and viola teacher. I love playing chamber music, teaching children of all ages, and writing about music.