Making Music and Enriching Lives fills an important niche in the very large world of books about music. It's unlike any other instructional book in the way it addresses comprehensive, across-the-board issues that affect all teachers, students, and musicians. In this book, you will find specifics not only about how to teach music, but also about how to motivate and inspire students of any age. In this first volume of her Music for Life series, Bonnie Blanchard shares successful approaches with both students and teachers that have worked wonders in her own studio to produce successful students who are energized about their lessons and their music. These books touch on all aspects of music instruction from running a studio to student motivation and teaching technique to performing, while addressing not just the musician, but the whole person along the way. Elizabeth Watson, The Gazette , Greater Boston Flute Association, Fall 2007 "...A comprehensive manual for music teachers... packed with ideas for making music a valuable part of each student's experience. At the heart of this book- and it is a big, enthusiastic, and generous heart- is the emphasis on establishing relationships based upon mutual trust and respect." "Blanchard is passionate about teaching...recognizes the importance of music in education, getting the students' families involved and helps the student build a foundation for a life- long relationship with music." "... Well -organized and chock full of tips and strategies, as well as her philosophy on what it means to teach music and instill students with confidence and pride in their accomplishments. This is a book any teacher, new or experienced will find useful and inspiring." "...A powerful and inspiring guide to help the music teacher find his or her own way."