August 26, 2016
If you- or your teenager- are hesitating about joining their high school marching band, don’t! Sure, the uniforms can be itchy and terrible and the practices can be strenuous, but most teens who join marching band don’t regret the decision. It’s that time of year when high school band “geeks” around the country take center […]
August 22, 2016
The use of a quality trumpet that’s in good playing condition is paramount to the success of every trumpet player, regardless of their proficiency. Thousands of parents each and every year face a decision just like yours. Should you rent an instrument until your child’s ready to make a full-time commitment? Should you buy an […]
August 20, 2016
So, you’ve learned how to assemble a reed properly, clean your saxophone perfectly, and can even play through a few of your favorite songs without making any mistakes. You’re probably feeling pretty accomplished, right? But, do you know when it’s time to replace saxophone reeds? Can you tell when a reed is dying? First and […]
August 16, 2016
With student viola cases that start at $100 to professional models that can exceed $2,000, you may be curious about which is the best. Unfortunately, there isn’t an easy answer and finding the right viola case can be as involved as purchasing the instrument itself. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or your child, purchasing the […]
August 14, 2016
If you’re thinking about taking up the saxophone, you might be considering whether you should purchase a new instrument or rent one until you’re sure the saxophone is something you’re seriously interested in pursuing. Similarly, if you have a child who is interested in playing the saxophone, but you aren’t sure if he or she […]
July 30, 2016
The saxophone is a versatile and expressive instrument and, with proper training and lots of practice, can be relatively easy to play. Many musicians agree that, although it’s not always the easiest to handle, the saxophone is one of the most vocal sounding instruments in all of music. If you’re new to the instrument, or […]
July 28, 2016
When it comes to creating a home recording studio, gear is just as important as the space. Walk into any recording studio, and you’ll overhear someone talking about the recording technology, vintage microphones, and other highly sought-after gear. Although there are hundreds of ways to configure a home studio, there are a few essentials that […]
July 10, 2016
Learning to play the trumpet is a fun and exciting adventure. Keeping it properly maintained is critical to keeping it in prime playing condition. Whether you’re new to the trumpet or have neglected it for far too long, trumpet maintenance is actually quite easy. Since the instrument is composed of valves, slides, and the body, […]
July 4, 2016
For anyone who is new to playing the clarinet, clarinet reeds may seem like a relatively small piece of the instrument. It may be small, but the reed is one of the most important parts of the clarinet. Clarinets have a single reed which, together with the mouthpiece onto which the reed is fixed, makes […]
June 22, 2016
Trombones may not be the largest instrument in the brass family, but they’re certainly not the smallest- and, the larger the instrument is the more important it is to protect it from damage. In fact, providing proper protection is even more essential for the trombone, as its slide system will need to stay perfectly straight […]
