Yes! Encouraging kids to develop their own musical voice is so important. While mentors provide guidance, true growth happens when students explore, create, and make music their own. And honestly, I feel the same—I’m constantly learning from my students too!

Absolutely! Early exposure to a wide variety of music helps lay the foundation for strong musicianship. Kids are capable of incredible things in music, but they often just need the right encouragement and opportunities to unlock their potential.