Click here to download this episode. In this episode we learn ♫ How Raphaelita’s instructor, mentor, and lifelong friend discovered her when she was practicing at a local church one day. ♫ How Raphealita’s upbringing and the influence of her mother helped her become an excellent student. ♫ The difference between the casual piano parent who aims to broaden their child’s interests and knowledge versus the more stern piano parent who views piano study as a launching pad for additional opportunities for their piano kid in college and beyond. ♫ How Raphaelita uses WhatsApp to help her students stay motivated and practicing throughout the week. One question I enjoy asking the teachers I interview is, "If you could spend time with any composer, who would you choose and why?" Without hesitation, Raphaelita gave me her answer. The person Raphaelita most admires and would love to spend time with is her instructor and mentor, Veda Zuponcic. Professor Zuponcic is the Founding Artistic Director of the Northern Lights Music Festival in Aurora, Minnesota. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAK2p-H6gG0 Connect with Raphaelita Justice For information about piano lessons in Raphaelita's Piano Academy go to Muse Piano Academy FaceBook Page  (Teachers may also contact Raphaelita for custom advertising videos.) Thanks for listening! To share your thoughts: Leave a note in the comment section below Ask a question at pianoparentpodcast@gmail.com Share this show on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest To help out the show: leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews help other piano parents and teachers find the show. Subscribe on iTunes, Podbean, or your favorite podcast player.  Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest