February 20, 2016
While the two words may sound quite similar, there are quite a few differences in the sound, design, and construction of the violin and viola. While they’re both orchestral stringed instruments that originated in Italy and are played with a bow, there are quite a few differences in size, sound, and playing technique between the […]
February 17, 2016
The way you treat and care for your flute directly affects the quality of sound and longevity of the instrument, which is why knowing how to clean a flute is so important. Having an instrument that’s in good working order is essential for your child’s musical progress and success, and the flute is no different. […]
February 15, 2016
Wouldn’t it be great if you could pick up a stringed instrument for the first time and immediately play like an experienced pro? One can only dream – of course, the greatest musicians of all time weren’t born virtuosos: it took years of hard work and dedication to their stringed instrument of choice before they […]
February 10, 2016
For no other class of instrument is correct sizing more important than it is for orchestral strings. When a young player picks up a violin, viola, cello or bass for the first time, it’s critical for the instrument’s size to match the player so that learning proper positioning and playing technique will be possible. And […]
February 8, 2016
When it’s time to select an acoustic guitar, you may notice that you can choose from a 6-string or 12-string guitars. There are several differences in these two types of instruments. Let us explain. By far the more prevalent choice is the 6-string guitar. Played by guitarists of all styles, both strummed or finger-picked, the […]
February 3, 2016
Learning how to play a stringed instrument is an enjoyable and exciting experience. It can also be a time of uncertainty, especially if the musician is a student. And as you begin your research, you’ll find there are many factors to consider before even beginning to play – the most important perhaps being whether you […]
January 26, 2016
A chorus of women singing at the city’s music hall was all the talk in 1876 Chicago. Only four years earlier the great fire had destroyed the business district and left over 100,000 people homeless. The attention paid to such news of women performing for the first time in public was emblematic of a town’s […]
January 19, 2016
Shop the Star Wars collection today! A Musical History of Star Wars’ Iconic Sound While Star Wars is the most successful series of films ever, thrilling decades of audiences and capturing the imagination of kids all over the world, the music that was composed by John Williams for the films has never been overshadowed. This […]
In 2015, Music & Arts launched its first ever Music Educator of the Year Award and was instantly flooded with nominations. There were multiple votes for a North Carolina music educator named Gordon Snyder. After looking at his nominations, references, and resume, it was clear we found our winner. Renier Fee, marketing director at Music […]
January 7, 2016
Artist Interview: Felix Peikli (Buffet Crampon clarinet artist and touring musician) Born in Oslo, Norway April 2nd 1990, Felix Peikli was introduced to music through the local marching band at the age of eight. After discovering his love and passion for music, as well as rapidly developing skills on the instrument, Felix received a Benny Goodman […]
