Most drummers own or at least have heard of the practice pad. If you’re new to the drums and are unsure if you should invest in drum practice pads, we’re here to…
Brand Spotlight: Cordoba
Established in 1997, Cordoba may be a newer brand but their mentality is anything but old-school. Dedicated to everything nylon-stringed, each Cordoba instrument is crafted with tradition and authenticity in mind. Ideal…
Jo-Ral Brand Spotlight
Jo-Ral is an American company that’s known for making mutes for musical instruments. For those who aren’t aware, a mute is a device that’s used to alter the sound and performance of…
What is a Woodwind Instrument?
Although woodwind and brass typically fall under the wind instruments category, the woodwind family is a great place for a beginning musician to start. These instruments are generally easier to play because…
What are Brass Instruments?
Many of the world’s most important genres, including jazz and orchestral music, wouldn’t be possible without the use of brass instruments. From Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong to Mozart and Bach, many…
Essential Instruments for Drum Circles & Other Rhythm-Based Activities
Drum circle, you say? Viewed with great suspicion in the past, the contemporary facilitated drum circle and other rhythm-based experiences have found their way into organizations of all kinds, both public and…
Purchasing Cooperatives
Often your requisition needs may exceed District or State purchasing thresholds, even at Music & Arts everyday low prices or Educator Portal discounts. In such cases, your Business Office may require you…
How Does Music Benefit the Health of Senior Citizens?
Did you know that, according to Johns Hopkins, music can be considered medicine for your mind? There are many health benefits associated with music, from improved memory to stress relief, motivation, and…
What’s the Difference Between a Digital Piano and a Keyboard?
Many students that are interested in learning to play the piano don’t start by playing a large grand piano. Because of the high cost and amount of space required, most people who…
What is a Mandolin Guitar?
If you’ve ever seen a country music band perform live, you might have noticed someone playing what looks like a small guitar. That instrument is, in fact, a mandolin. The mandolin is…