Getting Ready for the Big Spring Recital Performance

My daughter has been practicing her piano piece for months now, and honestly, the pressure of the upcoming spring recital is starting to feel very real in our house. It's that time of year when the air gets a little warmer, the flowers start peeking out, and thousands of kids (and their increasingly stressed parents) begin the frantic countdown to their big moment on stage. Whether it's dance, piano, violin, or even a local theater production, the spring performance season is a whirlwind of emotions, hairspray, and repetitive practice sessions that could drive anyone a little bit loopy. ...

February 15, 2026 · 7 min · Berg Jamison