This is a perennial problem for me, and I imagine I'm not alone. My son (aged 14) plays oboe and my daughter (aged 9) plays flute. Richard is heading for his Grade 5, Sarah hasn't done any grades yet. They both love music and enjoy their lessons. Richard plays with the school orchestra and jazz band which he enjoys, but I can't get either of them to practise on a regular basis. Have I got to come down all disciplinarian and withhold privileges such as TV and Playstation until they've practised? I don't want music to become a chore for them. What do other people do with their kids?

Love Lynne