March 30, 2019
The woodwind family of instruments is a subset of the more general category of wind instruments. Within the woodwind family, there are two main types of instruments: reed instruments and flutes. The reason reed woodwind instruments are identified as “woodwind” is based on the way they produce their sound which is by splitting the player’s […]
March 24, 2019
Today’s high-tech hardware devices are filled with beneficial technologies for music and media education. Designed with purpose-built controls and functions, they enable educators and students to get things done in a direct way, easily and without frustration. The very best devices are rugged and reliable, and can seamlessly extend their functionality through integration with smartphones […]
February 4, 2019
Every year, Music & Arts highlights the work of an outstanding music educator with the Music & Arts Music Educator of the Year Award. We’re proud to announce that David Matchim, Director of Bands at Centennial High School in Ellicott City, Maryland, is this year’s recipient. David’s remarkable enthusiasm and commitment to enriching his student’s […]
September 6, 2018
As a primary means of protecting your instrument, cases perform an essential function. However, instrument cases need to be in good shape in order to provide your instrument with the full protection it deserves. Since hard shell cases provide optimum protection, and are most often recommended by music teachers, we’ll focus on hard cases for […]
August 9, 2017
Although woodwind and brass typically fall under the wind instruments category, the woodwind family is a great place for a beginning musician to start. These instruments are generally easier to play because of the way the air is blown into them, and many musicians who begin their music education with an instrument from the woodwind […]
December 16, 2016
Each December, Music & Arts honors a music educator with the Music Educator of the Year Award– an award reserved for an educator who shows outstanding achievement in music education. After looking through Amy Delorge’s nominations, references, and resume, it was clear we found our winner. Renier Fee, Marketing Director at Music & Arts, had the […]
August 6, 2016
Renier Fee, Director of Marketing for Music & Arts, met Steven Greenall at the Conn-Selmer Institute in Mishawaka, Indiana, earlier this year. Their conversation took so many interesting turns that he thought it a worthwhile interview for The Vault. 1. Welcome to The Vault Mr. Greenall! For those that don’t know you, can you recap your […]
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 […]
October 5, 2015
So You Want to Play the Saxophone… Or maybe you’re a saxophonist with some experience looking for a refresher before you upgrade to your next horn. You might even be a parent or teacher, in need of a little advice before choosing your child or student’s first sax. Whatever the case, you’ll find some valuable […]
September 4, 2015
One of the most exciting times in a child’s school life is when they choose which instrument they want to play. After the type of instrument, brand, and model is chosen, the next most important set of items to purchase are accessories. If parents only choose to purchase or rent an instrument without accessories, the […]
