Here's a conundrum for you. Your older child that has been studying a musical instrument for five or more years is asking to stop taking music lessons. This can be a learning experience for you and a teachable moment for your child. Please handle the conversation with your child carefully.
Your unique family dynamics will dictate how you make your decision but please ask yourself these questions:
- will your child be sad that he/she didn't continue lessons as he/she becomes an adult?
- is there anything you can do to motivate your child?
- what are your child's feelings about lessons?
- will your child see this experience as a way to quit other endeavors in life?
