June 14, 2019
How ukulele and guitar benefits children The guitar and ukulele are two of the world’s most popular instruments for a reason. In addition to being a blast to play, they’re also some of music’s most friendly instruments for beginners. If you’re looking for a great way to introduce your students to rock-solid music fundamentals like […]
June 13, 2019
You have the saxophone; you have the drive to learn; now you need to actually put that instrument to your mouth and make some music. When you get to this point it may suddenly occur to you that you don’t really know how to blow into a saxophone! Here are a few details to keep […]
June 8, 2019
You’ve probably spent years admiring those ultra-cool saxophone players. They make the whole process look so effortless, but until you actually pick one up, you never quite know how to hold a saxophone. If you’re just learning to play, there are a few basics to keep in mind when holding a saxophone: Always wear the […]
February 13, 2019
Whether you play a musical instrument yourself or enjoy listening to music while you drive, you likely understand how important music truly is. Despite its appeal, many schools are getting rid of their music education programs. Whether you enroll your child in private lessons or group lessons at school, it’s never too late for your […]
February 5, 2019
We’ve all heard that getting your child into music can really help with development and learning skills, but few people talk about the benefits of learning to play an instrument as an adult. Yes, in fact you can teach an old dog new tricks and doing so can lead to a whole host of gains. […]
November 18, 2018
Looking for the perfect gift for that creative kid in your life? Are you looking for something unique, something that your child will truly appreciate and benefit from for years to come? Sometimes, it’s the presents that don’t require any wrapping that end up being the most meaningful. If you want to gift an experience […]
October 25, 2018
Altissimo is a funny word that is best defined as the high notes on the saxophone that start when the regular fingering scale ends. The saxophone normally goes up to a high F or F# (sometimes even high G) and the fingering chart ends there. These Altissimo notes are the high notes you hear pro […]
October 6, 2018
Once a child has expressed an interest in learning to play a musical instrument, it’s important for parents to take the them seriously. Studies have shown that musical instruction can be an incredibly beneficial experience for children. It teaches them responsibility, dedication, confidence, and can offer them the joyful experience of learning to express themselves […]
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 […]
September 19, 2018
The saxophone is one of those instruments that catch the eye and the ear of anyone lucky enough to be up close to one. Officially, it is a member of metal woodwinds, but it is often confused with with brass instruments. The saxophone was created way back in the 1840s by Belgian flautist, Adolphe Sax, […]
