December 4, 2016
Whether you watch Jimmy Fallon or are a fan of Metallica, you’ve probably seen the viral video where Jimmy Fallon, and members of The Roots and Metallica play “Enter Sandman” on miniature classroom instruments. With Lars Ulrich keeping time on adorable toy cymbals, Jimmy Fallon rocking out on the perennially wacky kazoo, and Kirk Hammett […]
November 20, 2016
The process of purchasing a bassoon for your child can be difficult. Not only is a bassoon an investment in your child’s future, but it can be an expensive one. Throughout the shopping process, several questions need to be asked and answered before you can make the best choice. Do I really need to buy a […]
November 10, 2016
Searching for and purchasing a brand new cello case can be an overwhelming task. Only a couple decades ago there were only a few manufacturers who manufactured decent cases, lack of options made the decision easier. Fast forward 20 years, and there are more than ten reputable brands, each with many different models. There are […]
October 13, 2016
So, you bought your child their very first tuba. Now what? Before you worry about purchasing them a music stand or a metronome, turn your focus to purchasing them a sturdy case. Not only will it make transporting their tuba to and from school a little bit easier, but it’ll protect it from unnecessary harm. […]
October 9, 2016
If your child is interested in playing the flute, there are some important flute accessories you should purchase before you even think about signing them up for lessons. Not only can these accessories make their playing better and their practicing easier, but they will help make their overall experience more enjoyable. Provided your child doesn’t […]
September 29, 2016
When you’re first starting out on the piano, in addition to purchasing the actual piano and finding the right teacher, finding the right piano bench is key. Not only will a good piano bench ensure you enjoy your time spent behind the piano, but it’ll make playing the piano more comfortable, regardless of your competency. […]
September 27, 2016
Knowing how and when you should be maintaining your instrument is important for every musician. After all, only proper care and maintenance will keep your instrument sounding the way it needs to sound so you can learn, play, and perform. For drummers, this is no different. If you want to keep your drum set sounding […]
September 11, 2016
In the grand scheme of drumming, finding the right drum sticks is often overlooked in favor of finding the perfect drum set. But, did you know finding the right drum sticks is just as important? Not only does playing with a well-balanced set of sticks improve your comfort, but it’ll also help produce the best […]
September 9, 2016
Whether you’re performing for a crowd of ten or a crowd of 10,000, you know how important it is to have the best tools and accessories at your disposal. The last thing you want when performing a complex piece of music is for your performance to suffer because the quality of your musical accessories was […]
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 […]
