November 8, 2020
Dedicated practice, natural ability, and drive are important factors that contribute to a musician’s progress and success. Something that’s not always talked about is the profound impact the quality of an instrument has on a musician’s sound. A well-crafted flute or clarinet has the power to bring out a player’s peak performance. When a player […]
November 5, 2020
Music lessons have always been a phenomenal gift option for kids. But after this challenging year, they’re more important than ever. In the face of so much uncertainty, when you give the gift of lessons and music education, it is something that can lift children’s spirits. Inspire them at a time when they truly need […]
October 27, 2020
Being a parent to a high school or college-aged musician comes with some perks as well as drawbacks. After years of willingly — or unwillingly—listening to your child practice their instrument, giving them rides to and from lessons, band practice, and recitals, students at this age start to flourish in their work and make real […]
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 […]
September 22, 2020
Creativity is a lifeline for children during difficult times, and, unfortunately, the time we find ourselves in is profoundly challenging. Whether it’s being forced to learn from home or seeing important social events get canceled, the lives of our children have transformed in a dramatic way. National Keep Kids Creative Week takes place every third […]
September 10, 2020
September is a month known for kids returning to school, the start of fall, and one of our favorite instruments on the planet––the piano! National Piano Month takes place every September, and it’s the perfect time to learn how to play this amazing instrument for the first time or to celebrate it in earnest if […]
August 17, 2020
Even if you’re the kind of student that loves school, it’s safe to assume you don’t find every part of it particularly exciting and rewarding. Some students love the thrill of solving a calculus problem, but others dread that subject. But no matter what you love or loathe about school, there’s one subject you’ll be […]
August 12, 2020
From pandemic pods to parents teaching their kids at home from the first time, families across America are embracing unfamiliar educational formats this fall. But no matter what your child’s schooling plans are, music makes an amazing addition because it’s proven to help kids thrive educationally, socially, and creatively. If you’re bringing the music education […]
You probably already know that music education is proven to be an incredible asset in the development of children. But did you know that important music fundamentals can be taught at home? Many parents think the benefits kids get from music education happens only within formal music lessons or at school, but in reality, a […]
