March 23, 2020
UPDATE: 5/21/2020 A huge “Thank You” to you all for tuning in with us week after week. We have currently paused Live Stream updates for now. For a list of past streams, check out the drop-down menu below. Don’t forget… #KeepTheMusicGoing Past Streams At Music & Arts, we value music education and just because […]
August 5, 2018
Ideal for beginner to intermediate brass musicians, Allora manufactures high-quality instruments at a great price–and that’s the whole idea. Allora designs and manufactures German-designed saxophones, tubas, and horns, along with a line of accessories that are expertly designed for non-expert players. If you’re new to playing a brass instrument, Allora is the perfect place to […]
August 11, 2017
Jo-Ral is an American company that’s known for making mutes for musical instruments. For those who aren’t aware, a mute is a device that’s used to alter the sound and performance of a musical instrument. Mutes work by affecting the tone, reducing the volume, or both. If you use a mute for your instrument, Jo-Ral […]
August 7, 2017
Many of the world’s most important genres, including jazz and orchestral music, wouldn’t be possible without the use of brass instruments. From Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong to Mozart and Bach, many of history’s most beloved musicians and composers relied heavily on the use of brass instruments in their music. Whether you’re new to the world […]
September 1, 2016
Trips to the instrument repair shop can be costly. If you want to avoid any unnecessary expenses related to the maintenance of your brass instrument, it’s important that you take proper care of it. Taking proper care of your brass instrument will also help you produce the best sound quality possible. Whether you play the […]
April 16, 2016
Even if your child isn’t learning how to play the trombone or trumpet from a professional band or orchestra teacher, you may still be curious about the key differences between the two instruments. Although they both belong to the brass family of instruments and are often featured side by side in marching bands and musical […]
January 19, 2016
Shop the Star Wars collection today! A Musical History of Star Wars’ Iconic Sound While Star Wars is the most successful series of films ever, thrilling decades of audiences and capturing the imagination of kids all over the world, the music that was composed by John Williams for the films has never been overshadowed. This […]
January 16, 2016
If your child is an aspiring musician who has decided to take up the trombone, they’re far from alone. The rich, warm sound of a trombone makes it quite versatile in nature; it’s not uncommon for trombones to be found in marching bands, jazz ensembles, and orchestras. Although trombones are relatively simple in design and […]
February 7, 2025
Four great saxophonists in modern and contemporary jazz — Dave Koz, Gerald Albright, Lakecia Benjamin and Miguel Zenón — offer expert advice based on decades of selecting, preparing and storing reeds.
December 12, 2024
Theo Wanne demonstrates the art of mouthpiece refacing at a clinic in Thailand, 2016. All images courtesy of Theo Wanne. The legendary saxophone mouthpiece designer tells the story of his hard-won success, and reflects on a lifetime of striving for peace and beauty through music. If it seems like there’s something extraordinary, even otherworldly, […]
