TMEA Clinic/Conference 2025

It is an honor to have been invited back to TMEA to serve as their Featured String Clinician for 2025! The teachers in Texas are always so enthusiastic, inviting, and energetic. The vibe at TMEA is electric and I’m always excited to attend sessions by the amazing educators in this state! In addition to all of this, San Antonio is such a charming and fun city to visit!

This year I will be presenting four sessions and the materials can be found in the links below.

Setting your string students up for success

A string player’s technical setup is crucial to successful string playing. Common technical problems, including posture and right-/left-hand position and their actions will be diagnosed and corrected, using best practices and multiple teaching strategies. Laux will showcase real-world scenarios and solutions via student photos and videos. A variety of resource materials will be shared. Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 11:30 AM in CC 225

We tell our students to go home and practice. Do they know how?

Do you spend too much time rehearsing the same passages day after day? We all want our students to practice, but do they really know how? Equip yourself with a toolbox of practice strategies that can help students become motivated, confident, effective, and autonomous practicers. Laux will discuss and demonstrate a variety of technology tools that assist with practicing. Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM in CC 221

Balance: Reaching the top of simply finding joy?

Rediscover your passion for teaching by hearing real stories of perseverance through adversity and practical strategies to help teachers find balance in life and work. Teaching is a demanding profession that can sometimes lead to burnout, a loss of enthusiasm, and even a career change. Laux will share strategies to maintain a healthy work-life balance and find renewed joy in string teaching. Friday, February 14, 2025 at 1:00 PM in CC 221

Inspire, Retain, and Empower Intermediate String Students

Learn how to motivate intermediate string students by incorporating appropriate musical and technical studies to refine musicianship while building confidence and excitement. Laux will explore a variety of teaching strategies and pedagogical resources. Friday, February 14, 4:00 PM, CC 225

As always, please let me know if you have any questions or would like to chat about any of these topics or anything else. Again, I’m so grateful to be presenting at TMEA and am looking forward to meeting you!