Author: NZSI Journal

In this book review, Ingrid Lindsay reflects on Learn Faster, Perform Better: A Musician’s Guide to the Neuroscience of Practicing by Molly Gebrian, exploring why this book has become such a compelling resource for musicians and teachers. Drawing on Gebrian’s background as a former Suzuki student, professional violist, and neuroscience researcher, the review highlights practical, research-based insights into effective practice, memory, and performance. While written for professional musicians, the book’s ideas resonate strongly with teachers, parents, and students across all instruments and stages of learning.

What’s it like swapping camps? One young cellist shares their take—biking to lessons, choir before breakfast, new friends, and plenty of music.

Forget clean windows — this is a story about creativity, memory, and music! Lois McCallum shares how a set of Crayola window crayons helped her students (and their parents) remember those tricky Italian musical terms — one windowpane at a time.

Graduation is a celebration of the work the child, parent and teacher have done together – today we celebrate the cello, guitar, piano and violin graduations of November 2024.

Tamariki took the lead at the recent Twinkle Wānanga—sharing ideas, making music, and shining together. Here’s a look at their amazing day!

Get ready for the Winter Cello Retreat—two days of music, connection, and fun for cellists of all levels. Don’t miss out!