First and foremost, the ukulele is a paradoxical instrument. It manages to be known around the world and tied to a single location at the same time. The ukulele is a relatively…
Why Every Educator Should Apply for Music Educator of the Year
As a nominee for the Music Educator of the Year 2016 title, there is someone who thinks your music teaching has touched students in a deep and profound way. Every music educator…
Brand Spotlight: Epiphone
Founded in 1873 in the Ottoman Empire, Epiphone is one of America’s oldest and most revered instrument manufacturers. Before moving to the United States in 1903, Epiphone founder Anastasios Stathopoulos manufactured fiddles…
Six Essential Principles for Playing the Guitar
There’s a reason the guitar is one of the most popular instruments to learn–it’s portable, relatively inexpensive, easy enough to learn the basics, and pretty much everyone at one point or another…
Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Viola Lessons
Learning the viola can be a fun and exciting time in your child’s life, and they can make the most of it by taking their lessons seriously. After all, excelling at an…
Why You Should Learn to Play an Instrument in Retirement
If you think you’re too old to learn a musical instrument, think again. Although childhood is often touted as the best time to learn a different language, music included, retirement can be…
Improve the Tone of Your Guitar with These Tips
There’s one thing virtually every guitar player wants, and it’s perfect tone. Some guitarists even spend their entire life pursuing it. For others, perfect tone is slightly out of reach–reserved for the…
How to Incorporate Music in Your Homeschool Lessons
As a parent of a homeschooled child, making sure your child receives a well-rounded education is key. While math, science, and history are undoubtedly important, many parents of homeschooled children often overlook…
What Are the Best Methods for Teaching the Piano?
Selecting the best piano teaching method can be a daunting task, especially if you’re a brand new piano teacher. There are as many methods as there are piano teachers to teach them,…
How to Practice an Instrument Without Disturbing the Peace
Whether you live in an apartment, have a newborn baby in the house, or are caring for a sick or elderly parent, keeping noise to a minimum is likely at the top…