Forcing is not the right word. The arc of learning music is like any other. http://www.avc.com/a_vc/2012/03/the-startup-curve.html http://www.avc.com/a_vc/2012/

Forcing is not the right word. The arc of learning music is like any other. http://www.avc.com/a_vc/2012/03/the-startup-curve.html http://www.avc.com/a_vc/2012/03/the-startup-curve.html There is initial novelty, then it wears off, and you hit the through of sorrow. Usually in the sixth year. It's important at this stage to recognize it for what it is. If you can guide your child to cross it, then it is the perfect analogy for other endeavors they may chose to tackle.