<p>Echoing other’s thoughts about teacher. It is critical, and it is personal. My S was particular about the balance between praise and criticism. If a teacher did nothing but praise, then S felt he probably wouldn’t learn much. If teacher did nothing but criticize, S felt their styles were probably too different. S also wants to have a teacher whom he admires as a performer. Performing skills and teaching skills don’t necessarily go hand in hand, but S wants both.</p>