Music teachers, for all that they do, are generally under-appreciated. After all, who else will remain patient and supportive while you learn music, stay after school to help you perfect that song,…
Reasons You Should Thank Your Music Teacher
From a young age, we’re often reminded to say “thank you” after someone has helped us. After all, a little appreciation goes a long way. For musicians and aspiring musicians, the people…
8 Famous Saxophone Musicians You Should Know
The guitar may be the backbone of rock & roll, but the saxophone is a prominent instrument in a variety of popular genres, including jazz and blues. Its players have been some…
Five Ways to Make Your Saxophone Playing More Expressive
When it comes to music, the human voice is about as expressive as it gets. From expressing the highest highs to the lowest lows, its ability to express emotion in its truest…
Five Things You Can Do to Upgrade the Sound of Your Sax
Musicians, regardless of their instrument of choice, are always looking for ways to improve their sound, especially once they’ve nailed down the basics and have the time to experiment. Sometimes that means…
Is It Time to Upgrade Your Acoustic Guitar?
If you’ve been playing guitar for a few months, or even a year or two, and are gaining ground, you might want to start thinking about upgrading your guitar to a better…
Upgrade Your Sound: Essential Orchestral String Accessories
Whether you play the cello, the violin, the viola, or the double bass, high-quality orchestral string accessories are the most important purchase besides the instrument itself. From stands and bows to cleaning…
Why the Metronome is the Ultimate Accessory
Stop by any music store or music teacher’s studio and you’re sure to see metronomes. While pretty much everyone knows what metronomes are for, few people pay attention to how truly important…
When to Upgrade Your Reeds, Strings, and Mouthpieces
Every musician, from professional clarinetists to beginner saxophonists, understand the importance of high quality accessories. From reeds and strings to mouthpieces, every part of an instrument affects its sound. One thing that’s…
Do You Need to Upgrade Your Tuba?
As with learning other instruments, learning to play the tuba typically begins with lessons on a basic instrument. Once a student has become comfortable with the tuba and has made some advancements…