July 16, 2016
By: Benjamin Goldman Store location: Wilmington, Delaware Recently awarded Second Place in the International Art of Percussion Solo Competition, Ben is a versatile percussionist and educator based in Wilmington, DE. Ben is the bandleader and drummer for the Glen Boldman Quartet, a jazz/funk band that plays regularly throughout Delaware and Maryland. As a touring […]
June 28, 2016
Learning how to play the tuba can be a fun and exciting adventure, but becoming comfortable with the larger-than-average instrument can be hard, especially for those who are new to the instrument, younger students, or those who feel they may be too small to handle the instrument. Whether you’re brand new to the world of […]
May 5, 2016
Whether you’re new to playing the cello or haven’t picked up the instrument for a couple decades, you can’t expect to become a master overnight- it will take plenty of practice, determination, and dedication before you’ll even come close. Whether you’d like to eventually play the cello in a professional band or orchestra or just […]
April 11, 2016
In general, a beautiful clarinet sound is considered to have five different qualities: depth, stability, focus, clarity, and an appropriate balance of “ring” and “darkness” that’s usually referred to as color. Unfortunately, there are a variety of mistakes or bad habits that can have a negative impact on the above qualities, making your clarinet sound […]
April 1, 2016
The clarinet is a beautiful, woodwind instrument that has one of the largest ranges of pitch when compared to all of the other musical instruments. It’s a fun instrument to play, either on your own or with a band. You can greatly improve your ability to play the clarinet when you take lessons, but you […]
March 18, 2016
While studying the flute can offer many rewards and provide a lifetime of joy, bad habits and poor playing style can affect one’s progression and overall enjoyment of the instrument. Whether you’re totally new to playing the flute or haven’t picked up the instrument for a few years, there are a few important things to […]
October 2, 2015
Between sports and scouts, your child’s schedule is probably packed with after-school activities. If you’re thinking about adding music to the mix and are wondering if your child should learn how to play a musical instrument, in most cases, the answer is a resounding yes. In your adult life, it’s rare that you come across […]
September 6, 2015
If you’re thinking about enrolling your child in music lessons, finding the right music teacher is essential. Think about it as an investment in your child’s future- not only will the right music teacher introduce your child to the world of music, but they’ll boost their self-confidence, stir their creativity, and maximize their enjoyment throughout […]
July 7, 2015
Transitioning to Classical Guitar by William Fitzhugh I have been teaching guitar for far longer than most of my students have been alive, and as I’m sure will be no surprise, most of my students want to learn rock or country. For most students, teaching the chord shapes, reading, theory, etc. is satisfying and enough […]
April 9, 2015
Playing an Instrument Can Make You Happy and….Smarter Music can make us happy, help us to enjoy movement and dance, it invigorates, is a reminder of special memories and helps us to stay relaxed and focused. Music is a powerful tool for personal expression as well as for setting a backdrop for important events. In […]
