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I agree with Cynthia's thoughts on classical music and it's benefits. I had the same experience teaching piano. Adults whom I could tell would get so much out of it, would try to take piano and not have time to practice and quit- thinking that they didn't have talent. I saw potential in each one. Cynthia, I believe you and I have 2 special former students in common. Kids were always easier to mold and shape and guide towards a lifetime love of classical music. But I was always sad to see an adult who simply couldn't move forward with it. Of course, I understand about time constraints and other responsibilities. As a teacher, I often didn't practice enough unless I had a paid gig. Somehow, I think that the benefits are so great, that one should stick with it in some capacity even when no practice time is feasible. If only listening to classical music and educating yourself regarding the masters when you are unable to physically practice as life gets in the way.

That's what so wonderful about learning to sing . . . somehow there's always time for it!

--Cynthia

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