Pushing Budding Musician Is Parent's Greatest Fault
New York cellist Leonard Rose urges parents not to push children into music. He cites psychological harm from pressure and notes success requires talent, good teaching, and hard work. Rose practices three to four hours daily, believes effort must match talent, and emphasizes parent restraint.
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Alabaster care tips from readers and suppliers
Readers share advice on cleaning alabaster figurines and maintaining alabaster items from Italy. Tips include small amounts of hair oil on cloth, soft drying, and wax coatings to prevent stains, with cautions about synthetic alabaster being washable and water avoidance for natural alabaster.
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Polly's Problem and Advice From Readers
Dear Polly answers questions on removing old putty from grand windows and clearing soap suds from bottles. It also includes tips from Katherine and Katherine about musicians' perfection, orchestral skill, and pay trends, referencing Rose of Hastings-on-Hudson.
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Draping Damp Cloth Aids Hair Catching Barber Tip
A home barber shares a simple technique to catch falling hairs by draping a damp paper or cloth over the shoulders. The hairs stick to the damp surface and can be gathered and discarded easily. A bath towel can be placed underneath to reduce dampness and protect clothing.
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Folly
Carson
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