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29. Why Progress Isn't Always Visible | The Dallas School of Music · The Dallas School of Music Minute

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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: Hello and welcome to the Dallas School of Music Minute.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: I'm Dr.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: Bob Lawrence, Director of the Dallas School of Music.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: Today I'd like to talk about the difference between performing and growing.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: Performances are important.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: They give students an opportunity to share what they've learned, celebrate their progress, and build confidence.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: At the Dallas School of Music, we value those experiences.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: But performances are not the destination.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: They are milestones along the journey.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: Growth, well, growth happens somewhere else.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: It happens during the lesson.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: It happens during practice.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: It happens while working through mistakes, refining technique and developing understanding.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: Those moments, those moments rarely receive applause, but they are where musicians are truly made.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: Sometimes students and even parents can become so focused on preparing for the next recital that they lose sight of the larger purpose.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: A successful performance is indeed rewarding, but a student who continues to grow long after the performance is over has gained something far more valuable.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: At DSM, we celebrate performances, but we value growth even more.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: Because a recital lasts for a few minutes.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: The habits, confidence, and musicianship developed along the way last for a lifetime.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: Thanks for spending a minute with me today.
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  Dr. Bob Lawrence: Until next time, enjoy the journey as you continue to discover, learn, and play.