Category: Parent Tips

5 Reasons You Should Join Band or Orchestra This Year

Even if you’re the kind of student that loves school, it’s safe to assume you don’t find every part of it particularly exciting and rewarding. Some students love the thrill of solving a calculus problem, but others dread that subject. But no matter what you love or loathe about school, there’s one subject you’ll be […]

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Creating an Environment for Music Education in Your Child’s Home Learning Space

From pandemic pods to parents teaching their kids at home from the first time, families across America are embracing unfamiliar educational formats this fall. But no matter what your child’s schooling plans are, music makes an amazing addition because it’s proven to help kids thrive educationally, socially, and creatively. If you’re bringing the music education […]

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Prepare for Music Lessons by Teaching Music Fundamentals at Home

You probably already know that music education is proven to be an incredible asset in the development of children. But did you know that important music fundamentals can be taught at home? Many parents think the benefits kids get from music education happens only within formal music lessons or at school, but in reality, a […]

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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 the fine arts and music–not because they aren’t important, but because they feel ill-equipped to teach such a daunting subject. If you’re the […]

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When Should a Homeschooled Child Start Music Lessons?

When Should a Homeschooled Child Start Music Lessons?

As the parent of a homeschooled child, you may not have the same resources available as a parent whose child is enrolled in a traditional elementary school. For this reason, you may turn to online resources for guidance. If you’re wondering when is the right time for your homeschooled child to start music lessons, you’ve […]

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Parent's Buying Guide: School Band Instruments

Parent’s Guide to School Band Instruments

School Band Instruments – A Parent’s Guide When a child shows interest in playing a musical instrument, that interest should be nurtured and encouraged. Of course, if you’re a parent who’s not musically knowledgeable, it’s very normal to feel overwhelmed after walking into a music store to find school band instruments. But there’s no need […]

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Shop Your Back to School Supply List with Music & Arts

Back to school is closer than ever and that means its time to break out the school supply shopping lists! But in between the notebooks and folders, pens and pencils, what is always missing? Their music teacher’s must-haves! Make sure your young musician is prepared to focus on the music by shopping for their Band […]

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Learning Pods and Music Education––What Parents Need to Know

With countless families across the US faced with the difficult decision of whether to send their children back to school or to enroll them in online learning programs, some parents are taking educational matters into their own hands with “learning pods”. While we understand this burgeoning educational format won’t work for everyone, it is a […]

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4 Musical Skills You Can Learn in Your Lessons Other Than Your Instrument

Most people already know that learning an instrument is a fun, challenging pursuit that enriches lives, but far less know exactly how and why. In terms of non-musical benefits, learning music delivers big boosts in confidence, creativity, and cognitive functioning for students of every age and background. But if you think picking up the knowledge […]

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4 Ways Music Lessons Can Enhance Your Homeschool Curriculum

As every parent of a homeschooled child knows, bringing the educational experience home and teaching kids on your own can be a rewarding but challenging experience. With parents focusing on everything from keeping their kids on task to ensuring they’re being challenged enough in their studies, strengthening and diversifying an at-home curriculum is important for […]

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