2007-12-05 17:14:30 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music ➔ Other - Music
Encourage yes,force no.
Like with most other things if you force someone to do it then it will usually lead to resentment of the thing they're forced to do and the person forcing them.
Explain to your child why you think it's important and why you would like them to play the piano.
If you just want your child to be musical ask them which instrument they would like to play.
2007-12-05 17:44:34 · answer #1 · answered by DARREN A 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm 15 and have been playing the piano for 2 years, and I get in "moods". My mom never actually makes me practice, I just like playing. I think I like it because I can sit down whenever I want, toot around for 15 minutes and leave. But, the next day, I'll sit down for 2 hours and finish a piece. It's something that my mom didn't make me do, I can do it on my own time and ENJOY it. I would advise taking her to lessons still, because in the future, she may not be as good as she wants to be, but she will still know how to play. So, when she gets a better appreciation for music, she'll just work harder in practice and become great. My mom shoved me in every activity she could, but I chose the piano, and she doesn't push me in it, so thus, I enjoy it more. Just give it a thought(: Hope I helped(:
2016-04-07 21:05:55 · answer #2 · answered by Erica 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make learning it FUN.
Let your child learn a song they like. They might be more exciting about creating the music.
If you really want them to play classical music, wait until they are older. They will eventually thank you for forcing them to learn and they might like playing classical, but that's actually what turned me away form the piano as a child. I was told I could decide what instrument I wanted to play only at a certain age, and when I reached that age..I switched over to guitar and play more contemporary music.
So, just make it fun for them. Don't make it a chore or an obligation.
2007-12-05 17:25:53 · answer #3 · answered by ♫♥♥♫♫♫♥♥ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is great that you exposed your child to an instrument. If they are not inclined, I wouldn't force it. I would cancel the lessons. A child should have a passion for playing and shouldn't have to be forced to practice.
That being said, you could always withhold some activity or privilege until they finish the required hour of practice.
Even better would be to inspire your child by taking them to see a virtuoso so they can see what practice and hard work can achieve.
2007-12-05 17:23:13 · answer #4 · answered by dezynor 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
the best way is to set up a practice schedule. set aside a time each day for practice followed by free time for the child. stick to the schedule and many benefits will become apparent. the child will learn discipline, Patience and the will to see things thru.
2007-12-05 17:23:42 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
May be a reward after he gets past a certain point in his material.
Forget about what the guy said above. My grandmother made my mother practice everyday and now that she is older doesn't regret it a bit.
2007-12-05 17:22:03 · answer #6 · answered by Brittnie T 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If a child enjoys something they will do it naturaly dont force your child to be the person you wish you had been thats just selfish.
2007-12-05 17:17:56 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I have the same problem. what i did is to expose him with people who play piano, i guess it work.
2007-12-05 17:32:12 · answer #8 · answered by Dawn 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Let them choose the songs they want to learn (however bad those songs are!!!) That's what I do when I teach guitar.
2007-12-05 18:33:52 · answer #9 · answered by nemesis114 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
rewarding, praising and modeling
2007-12-05 17:52:16 · answer #10 · answered by Nana-Nana s 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋