Posts by dbsam

Quote: Originally Posted by nyssaneala   Can you afford a combined recorder and piano lesson? That might be a possibility, and having it with the same teacher might help reinvigorate the piano...

I live in the area. Feel free to PM me if you have questions.

My children had never had pop until recently.  But, now that they are in third grade, it is often served at birthday parties.  When they were younger I w/h given them water at the party, but now I figure they can have a...

Quote: Originally Posted by michelleepotter  However, I don't think a name has to be unusual to be perfect for your child.     I like both of your name choices.  I was born in the early...

I have a recipe that is really good.  It requires boiling the milk, salt and butter prior to adding the other ingredients and then baking.   I've read recipes online where all the ingredients are simply mixed in a blender...

Is anyone familiar with the Tallgrass Sudbury School in Riverside, IL?   TIA

Quote: Originally Posted by rachelsmama  That is excellent news!  Even if they ultimately end up quitting lessons for the time being, it's nice to hear they can still enjoy the...

A little update...I pulled out music books today and the kids saw them in the living room when they came home from school.  Both of them spent time picking out songs in the books to work on tonight.  I didn't show them the...

Quote: Originally Posted by rachelsmama  There are "adult beginner" books available, which can be a really good way to review and refresh.   I did Bastien piano books as a kid, and hated them. ...

Quote: Originally Posted by michelleepotter  Personally, I don't think there is anything wrong with letting them switch to a different instrument. My daughters are about to switch from piano to guitar and violin....