June 22, 2020
In order to create a great experience for students and fully develop a school’s overall music program, there are several factors to consider when building a drum line. One of the first priorities is setting the overall structure of the drum line by determining the quantity of products and demands of the program. A well-balanced […]
June 19, 2020
School’s out for the summer and with it your child’s regular school music classes have come to an end for the term. Time to let them kick back, right? Well while the summer months are a great time for your kids to catch up on some much needed rest and relaxation, if your young musician […]
June 15, 2020
The sun is out and summer is in the air! Looking for a fun way to beat the heat and pick up a new skill at the same time? Bring the vacation to you and learn Ukulele! What is a Ukulele? Did you know? The Ukulele is actually a member of the lute family of […]
Whether you’ve been playing your instrument for only a few months or quite a few years, you may be asking yourself the questions “Should I sign up for 60-minute lessons?” and “How will I know when I’m ready or if it’s time to upgrade?” When someone starts learning to play any instrument, they generally begin […]
May 26, 2020
Designating a regular practice space shows you’re serious about your musical interest. By removing distractions and setting up a place that’s completely dedicated to your music practice or online lessons, you’ll be giving yourself a consistent place to experiment and explore music. Dedicated practice spaces should be clean, provide easy access to instruments, equipment, and […]
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, […]
