May 18, 2020
When you think about summer, things like camping trips, hanging out at the beach, and BBQs probably come to mind. Summer is definitely the season for fun, but that doesn’t mean you should skip music education this season. Keeping up with your music lessons, and regular music practice, takes work. However, it can absolutely be […]
For many parents, technology and screen time are a constant source of frustration between them and their kids. With smartphones, gaming, and social media platforms taking so much time and attention from today’s kids, it makes sense why many view tech as a dreaded nemesis when it comes to parenting. But the truth is that […]
Whether it’s a covid-related school closures, unforeseen circumstances like illnesses or families moving mid-way through the school semester, every student musician will find themselves unable to engage in their usual routines at some point. Your child might work hard to practice regularly and try their best in their school music program, but they’ll run the […]
May 15, 2020
Music is proven to improve kids’ lives in many ways, but that doesn’t stop some from wanting to drop music lessons and quit music programs. Something you hear from non-musical adults is how much they wished their parents hadn’t let them quit music when they were young. So, it’s safe to assume many of the […]
May 13, 2020
When it comes to extracurricular activities, music lessons are a great choice. Not only will enrolling your child in music lessons prepare them to join their school’s marching band or orchestra when the time is right, but music lessons have been proven to help some students perform better on standardized tests. Whether your child is […]
May 5, 2020
Every year, Music & Arts highlights the work of an outstanding music educator with the Music & Arts Music Educator of the Year Award. We’re proud to announce that Karen Seamans, Band Director of Gillette Rd. Middle School and Cicero-North Syracuse High School in Cicero, New York, is the 2019 recipient. Karen’s remarkable enthusiasm and commitment to enriching her […]
May 1, 2020
The disruption of schools suddenly switching to distance learning, no more class band, orchestra or choir practice, and family routine changes. Lack of social and physical activity, and fears related to the COVID-19, Corona Virus, outbreak have become very stressful for parents and kids across the world. What can parents, and we as a music […]
If you live in an apartment, have a newborn or care for elderly parent, managing practice noise is a priority. You want your child to excel at their musical studies. And consistent practice is a major part. So, what’s a parent to do? If you feel like you’re forced to choose between being a good […]
April 22, 2020
Learning to play the guitar can be a fun and exciting adventure, but becoming comfortable with the instrument can be hard, especially those who are new to the world of music. Whether you’re a brand new guitar player or haven’t picked up the instrument in quite some time, there are a few important things to […]
April 17, 2020
Whether you love or hate the electric guitar, one thing is for sure: when Bob Dylan took the stage at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965 and plugged in his electric guitar for the very first time, music took a turn towards electric. Decades after his legendary performance, the electric guitar remains one of the […]
