From Slate Magazine · Greg Lavallee · · 1m 10s
My Daughter Hates Violin Lessons
Parenting advice on quitting music lessons for a child who hates them.
In brief
Parenting advice on quitting music lessons for a child who hates them. A parent seeks help after their wife insists on violin lessons for their 6-year-old daughter who cries and says she hates it. Originally reported by Slate Magazine.
My Daughter Hates Violin Lessons
Six months ago, my wife Andrea decided our 6-year-old daughter Vanessa should take violin lessons.
Vanessa Cries at Lessons
Vanessa now cries every time she is made to go to her lessons and says she hates it.
Wife’s Reason for Lessons
Andrea points out her own mother started her on violin at age 5 and she eventually played in a youth orchestra.
Parent’s Suggestion
I suggested finding another activity Vanessa actually wants to do, but Andrea disregarded my suggestions.
Advice for Parents
The advice column recommends explaining that the beginning is tough but she can’t quit, or finding a teacher she’s more comfortable with.
Family Solution
The column suggests both parents take lessons together to build support and make it less miserable.
What Happens Next
The parent must decide whether to try the family solution or find another activity for Vanessa.
What it means
A parent seeks help after their wife insists on violin lessons for their 6-year-old daughter who cries and says she hates it.
