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 […]
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 […]
April 3, 2020
There comes a time in every musician’s life when you need an instrument upgrade. Here are some signs that it may be time for a string instrument upgrade.
January 7, 2020
A good reed is hard to find. Many clarinet and saxophone players spend the better part of their time searching through a box of reeds trying to find the best ones. If you’ve played through a box of reeds and have separated the good from the bad, you may be wondering if there’s anything you […]
January 6, 2020
2021 is here! Whether it’s eating less meat, drinking more water, or getting more sleep, the time to break bad habits is now. As a musician, bad habits not only impact your enjoyment of the instrument, but they can prevent you from growing as a musician. Whether you’re a guitarist, a saxophonist, or a violinist, […]
January 5, 2020
The New Year traditionally provides an opportunity to reflect on the past, and resolve to make changes for a better future. Every year, people make New Year’s resolutions which typically consist of eating better or exercising more. Often, these well-meaning resolutions are quickly forgotten, but sometimes they turn into brand new habits. For musicians, the […]
October 25, 2018
Levels of Saxophone Saxophones are divided into different groups based on playing level: beginner (or student), intermediate, and professional (or performance) saxophones. Pretty much all student saxophonists start playing on a beginner horn, which makes perfect sense! But once a student has reached a certain playing level, they’ll probably start thinking about stepping up to […]
October 4, 2018
Contrary to popular opinion, learning to play the piano does not have to boring! When you discover just the right music that can inspire you those daunting hours spent practicing can fly by, leaving you feeling energized and accomplished. Discover new genres by thinking outside the dry and dreary usuals. Finding a new piece to […]
April 26, 2018
Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or professional trumpet player, you’re probably always on the lookout for ways to improve your trumpet playing. There are lots of trumpet playing tips and tricks out there, but you don’t need to look for strange and obscure ways to improve your playing. Often the tried-and-true methods are the best […]
