63: What to Do When Your Kids Hate Homeschool Music Lessons: 4 Game-Changing Tips

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Are your kids turning up their noses at their music lessons? Join Gena Mayo from Music in Our Homeschool as she explores strategies to transform resistance into appreciation! 

In this enlightening episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast, homeschooling mom of 8 and experienced music teacher, Gena Mayo, shares her valuable insights into fostering a love for music in children, even when they initially resist.

Discover practical advice on checking your own attitude as a parent or teacher to ensure you're positively influencing your child's musical journey. Learn how to tailor music lessons to be age-appropriate and engaging, avoiding overwhelming your little learners with lengthy classical pieces. 

Gena also discusses the importance of giving children time to grow into appreciating different musical styles, sharing personal anecdotes to illustrate that taste and appreciation often develop over years.

Additionally, find out why it's perfectly fine to play only shorter segments of complicated compositions, gradually building up exposure over time without frustration. Whether you're dealing with a reluctant listener or just looking to enrich your homeschool with a robust music curriculum, this episode offers actionable advice that can be easily implemented.

Subscribe to the podcast to unlock more tips and resources from Gena and discover how her courses at Learn Music in Our Homeschool can enhance your child's educational journey. Tune in and learn how to nurture a love of music, transform music lessons into a delightful experience, and cultivate an enduring appreciation for the arts in your homeschool environment.

Find links to all resources mentioned in this episode here: https://musicinourhomeschool.com/kids-hate-homeschool-music/ 

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