August 14, 2019
Learning how to read trumpet music is easy. Start by learning the musical alphabet, then understand concepts including the staff, treble clef, notes, and time signature. Although music lessons are a great way to learn to read music, this guide will help you with the fundamentals of trumpet music. The trumpet is a perfect instrument […]
August 7, 2019
If you’re wondering how to hold a trumpet, begin by learning the standard grip for left hand placement and right hand placement. Being a trumpet player requires practice, technique, and dedication. Learning how to hold a trumpet is an important first step. A member of the brass family, trumpets are versatile instruments used in a […]
August 1, 2019
Something that doesn’t get talked about nearly enough in music education is the challenge of relating to a constantly evolving cast of students. Even educators still young enough to be in their 20’s and 30’s are often decades removed from their students. This, of course, is just a part of teaching, but zoom in closer […]
July 15, 2019
As much as we’d like to think that an amazing band performance is exclusively associated with a strong musical showing, there’s actually a myriad of non-musical factors linked with a band’s greatness. Similar to what happens in the backstage of a theater, the excellent band audiences see and hear performing on the field is only […]
July 13, 2019
How To Read Saxophone Music: 5 Essential Concepts If you’re wondering how to read saxophone music, the answer is simple. Reading sheet music for saxophone is the same as reading music for any other instrument. It takes hard work, practice, and commitment. When you’re learning to read music, you will need to understand the following […]
July 10, 2019
Learn how to read violin music by starting with basic musical concepts. This includes the musical alphabet, musical notes, treble clef, staff, time signature, and key signature. The violin is a popular instrument that can be learned at any age. Known for its versatile sound, the violin is perfect for orchestra, string quartets, and more. […]
June 16, 2019
Scott Johnson is the director of percussion for the Concord Blue Devils Drum and Bugle Corps. He first joined the Blue Devils in 1976 and became the organization’s Director of Percussion and Percussion Arranger in 1994. As part of the Promark “Built to Compete” campaign and for the 2019-2020 master educator catalog, Director of Marketing […]
June 14, 2019
How ukulele and guitar benefits children The guitar and ukulele are two of the world’s most popular instruments for a reason. In addition to being a blast to play, they’re also some of music’s most friendly instruments for beginners. If you’re looking for a great way to introduce your students to rock-solid music fundamentals like […]
June 13, 2019
You have the saxophone; you have the drive to learn; now you need to actually put that instrument to your mouth and make some music. When you get to this point it may suddenly occur to you that you don’t really know how to blow into a saxophone! Here are a few details to keep […]
June 8, 2019
You’ve probably spent years admiring those ultra-cool saxophone players. They make the whole process look so effortless, but until you actually pick one up, you never quite know how to hold a saxophone. If you’re just learning to play, there are a few basics to keep in mind when holding a saxophone: Always wear the […]
