October 27, 2020
For the non-musical parents of young musicians, the holidays can be a rough time. Knowing what gifts your budding musician will love and which ones they’ll politely smile at and set aside isn’t easy for parents who don’t know much about music. Luckily, it turns out it’s actually not that complicated. From essential tools your […]
October 20, 2020
We’re all having a challenging year, but kids have it especially rough right now after losing their summer and being kept from the steady routines that usually come along with heading back to school during the fall. While trick-or-treating, haunted houses, and school parties aren’t a safe bet for many American families this Halloween, partying […]
When it comes to musical holidays, Christmas typically comes to mind for most people long before Halloween does. This holiday is fun for kids and adults alike, and its knack for celebrating spookiness makes it is an excellent holiday for both musicians and music-lovers. From iconic instruments and unforgettable pop music, to themed educational material […]
Music & Arts boasts the largest repair network in the United States, but at the heart of it all is a team of certified experts who believe in their mission of giving your instrument the finest care possible. In this article, Director of Repair & Refurbishment Services, Pat Wiegand, talks shop about personalizing repairs, building […]
October 16, 2020
For choral directors and vocalists alike, knowing the ins and outs of vocal range is a huge deal. From getting the most out of a choir’s performance to keeping a singer’s voice vibrant and healthy, vocal range knowledge is mandatory for music educators, choral directors, composers, and singers. If you’re interested in the world of […]
October 15, 2020
As a guitar player who has finally mastered the basics and is ready to experiment with their sound, investing in speakers and amplifiers is a logical next step. Some of the best guitarists prefer to keep things simple, preferring tiny combos to massive stacks, while others wouldn’t plug into anything less than a massive full […]
October 6, 2020
So, you’re having a Halloween party, you’ve had it all planned for months and the invitations have been sent out and accepted. The scene is set; decorations are up, costumes are ready, food planned, but there’s something you’ve forgotten….the Halloween music! However, do not fear, Spotify is here! The music can make or break your […]
October 5, 2020
Halloween is nearly upon us. Everyone is busy putting the final touches on costumes, perfecting their goblin screech and gearing up for a night full of all things creepy and totally bizarre. Halloween is perfect for a night of haunted houses and marathons of your favorite horror movie with friends and family. Before you queue […]
September 29, 2020
In the spring of 2020, the video conferencing platform Zoom went from something not many music educators knew about to an ubiquitous and essential teaching tool virtually overnight. However, just because Zoom might be a big part of your life doesn’t mean you’re getting the best audio performance possible from the platform. In this guide, […]
September 28, 2020
Technology was swiftly becoming an important tool for music education, even before the pandemic. As the crisis continues to upend music classrooms across the country, technology is now, and for the foreseeable future, a lifeline for educators and students. The SAMR education model is a guide for leveraging technologies like devices, platforms, applications, and software […]
