missing academics with BM

SimpleLife
Sun, 27 Feb 2011 10:11:46 +0000

So - I’m concerned about next year, when he’s going to be doing nothing but music, and his few academic courses are likely to be easy for him. He loves music, but he also enjoys math, history, politics… How do children who have what it takes in music, but also have broad outside interests, fare in the conservatory setting?



Oh. I thought this ^ was the real issue.

Well, if the real issue is where does he want to be in 20 years … you’re right … that’s a different issue.

Are you saying HE’s undecided about whether to major in music or whether to major in math/science? Or are you saying that he wants to major in music, but you’re worried that he’s throwing away so much math/science potential? Which one of you is uncomfortable with the music major – you, him, or both of you? (FWIW, lots of people share your concerns when their kids decide to major in music. It’s a little scary. )