October 7, 2016
As a music teacher in the United States, there are a variety of music organizations you can join to enhance your chosen career. Whether you’re an independent vocal coach or the leader of a high school marching band, the below organizations and associations were established to inform, support, and educate music teachers across the country and […]
October 5, 2016
If you’re the proud parent of a child who is excited about learning to play the viola, you likely have a couple things on your mind. First, you need to secure a high-quality viola for your child to learn on. Next, you need to decide whether renting or purchasing that viola makes sense for you […]
October 1, 2016
Whether you’re the proud parent of a cellist or a cellist yourself, you likely already understand that proper care and maintenance of your instrument is key. Unfortunately, repairing damage to your cello occasionally falls under that category. Experiencing problems with the cello and its various components is a normal part of owning the instrument, and […]
September 23, 2016
For this interview, Renier Fee chatted with fellow colleague, Amber Daniel, member of Blame the Youth- the winner of the second annual Battle of the Bands. In addition to spending her time with Blame the Youth, Amber is also the senior sales associate at Music & Arts in Concord, North Carolina. Sponsored by Music & Arts […]
September 21, 2016
Whether you’ve been taking clarinet lessons for two weeks or two years, knowing when to replace clarinet reeds can be tricky. Some musicians think reed replacement is a money-grab by reed manufacturers, while others understand that it’s just a trick of the trade. Regardless of your opinion, it’s important to understand that brand new reeds, […]
September 19, 2016
Music surrounds us almost all the time- it’s on the radio, in movies, and playing over the speakers at restaurants and malls. If you’re reading this blog, you probably even play an instrument yourself. You may be well accustomed to performing in front of a live audience, but how often do you experience live music […]
September 17, 2016
Orchestral string instruments require a good amount of care and maintenance. If you’re interested in playing the violin, viola, cello, or bass in an orchestra, it’s incredibly important that you take proper care of your instrument. Knowing how and when it’s time to replace your strings can be difficult, especially for beginners. However, if you […]
September 15, 2016
If your child has expressed an interest in learning a new instrument, you’ve undoubtedly had to decide whether or not it’s best to rent or buy the instrument. For children who are interested in learning how to play the flute, this consideration is especially important because a quality flute can be on the expensive side. […]
September 13, 2016
As a musician, you’ve probably formed a special bond with your instrument. Not only have you invested plenty of time and money into finding and purchasing your instrument, but it’s traveled with you wherever you perform. Whether you play an instrument purely for your own enjoyment, as a part of an orchestra or band, or […]
September 7, 2016
In the years I’ve studied and have been teaching, I’ve learned the patterns of most lesson students and have been almost able to predict their expectations. For the most part, they all have one common interest, that is, to get better! Whether its to enjoy their instrument in the comfort of their home, or to […]
