Deaf Instrumental Learning - tips and good practice

A guide on tips and good practice for musicians and practitioners teaching Deaf and hearing impaired young people how to play an instrument:

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Deaf Instrumental Learning -
tips and good practice

You can also find some supporting resources on communicating with D/deaf/F young people here: yym.org.uk/communicating-with-deaf-children-and-young-people

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