1. What Books/Music do I need to get?
   Instead of rigid method books, we focus on collective chord charts, lead sheets, and custom resources. Depending on your instrument:
   • Ukulele: Ukulele for All, 21 Songs in 6 Days series, and chord/tab charts.
   • Strings (Violin/Fiddle): Orchestra repertoire, fiddle tune books, and chord/improvisation guides.
   • Piano: Lead sheets, chord charts, and customized arrangements tailored to your level.
   • General Supplies: A blank notebook for notes and chord charts, your instrument, a clip-on tuner (for uke/strings), and a portable music stand.
2. Student Families also join my Skool Account, where I post lesson materials for them. Jenny B Peters Music

I speak with parents and caregivers after lessons. You are always welcome to email me with any questions. Parents are also welcome to sit in lessons if both the student and the parent are comfortable with that.

You may record lessons if you would like.

Ifﾠ you and I decide lessons are not a good fit, please give me 30-days notice before discontinuing lessons. I keep a waitlist of interested students. So, I like to have the time to give someone else a chance to study with me.ﾠ

1. Practice at least 5 days a week to see improvement at your instrument
2. Practice at the same time each day so you build the habit of daily practicing
3. Practice at least the length of your lesson each day
4. Use your notebook and make a chart of what you should be working on

1. Create a practice space in your home
2. Set up a consistent practice time
3. Set up a practice plan of what you will do in each practice session
4. Give yourself rewards when you practice regularly
5. Record yourself so you can measure improvement
6. Set small and reachable goals
7. Give yourself grace when life gets in the way of your goals

You can read more here.ﾠ

Almost no one likes to practice, because it is hard work. And when you have accomplished something difficult, you feel proud of it. Start with something you can play easily and that you enjoy as a warmup. Then, spend 10 or 15 minutes on something more difficult, working through a piece in sections. At the end of the practice period, reward yourself by playing what you have worked on all the way through. You can record your practice at the beginning of a week and then at the end. You’ll be so excited to see your progress over time. You can read more here.

1. Do you offer recitals and performance opportunities? Yes. Usually, students perform at area nursing homes for the residents. I’ll plan a spring recital at the end of the school year.
2. Do I have to perform? No, but I recommend it
3. What do I wear? Wear something nice. Pants and a shirt with buttons or a dress are good possibilities. Wear nice shoes if you can
4. Where are the performances? I will tell you when they are scheduled

As students become more advanced, I encourage them to take part in exams and assessments sponsored by local music teacher organizations. Some examples include the Illinois Grade School Music Association Solo and Ensemble Festival. There is also a Sonata and Sonatina Festival that students can take part in.

No, I encourage you to take lessons at my home or online.

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Yes, but have them do quiet activities while the other student is taking their lesson. Occassionally, siblings may play duets.

I set up my schedule in August/September. So, your choice of lesson times may be limited if you enroll at another time of the year.