How to Conquer Stage Fright: Tips for Nervous Performers
Anyone can get stage fright. Young kids at voice recitals and seasoned performers on concert stages can suffer from this upsetting problem. Stage fright, also known as performance anxiety, can be particularly devastating if it stands in the way of pursuing your performance dreams. But don’t give up—there’s good news! You can start to conquer […]
5 Reasons To Enroll Your Kids in Summer Music Lessons
Summer vacation offers kids a welcome break from school. They look forward to less structured days and fun activities. Parents want their kids to enjoy their summer—but not spend countless hours playing video games or checking social media. Getting your child involved in summer music lessons combines your kid’s summer wishes with your desire to […]
Tips for Cleaning and Polishing Your Guitar
Whether you play your guitar daily, or like to see it on display, it’s important to keep your guitar clean so it will sound and look its best. Here we explain how guitars get dirty and 5 tips for cleaning and polishing your guitar. How Guitars Get Dirty The beautiful music guitars make requires a […]
How to Motivate Your Child to Practice their Musical Instrument
Lots of kids are excited about the thought of taking music lessons but struggle when it comes time to practice. On the other hand, some kids love to practice and show off their new musical accomplishments. While kids have their own feelings regarding practicing a musical instrument or voice, there are things you can do […]
The Life of Musical Legend Louis Armstrong
Leonard Bernstein, the famous American conductor and composer, once said of Louis Armstrong, “What he does is real, and true, and honest, and simple, and even noble. Every time this man puts his trumpet to his lips, even if only to practice three notes, he does it with his whole soul.” Read about the life […]
Music and Dementia—Can Music Improve Your Memory?
Music can evoke fond memories, first loves, and other nostalgic feelings. Many people enjoy listening to music because it lightens their mood or reminds them of happy times from their past. You may wonder why music is so closely linked to memory? And can music improve your memory? Using Music to Help Patients with Dementia […]
How Often Should I Tune My Piano?
If you’re wondering “How often should I tune my piano?” you’ll find the answer here. If you’re using an untuned piano to check that you’re singing on pitch, the results can be woefully misleading. And playing a piano in need of tuning can even damage your piano. These are just two reasons to keep your […]
Can Music Lessons Help with Anxiety?
Some benefits of music lessons are obvious: you learn a new skill that you can enjoy alone or share with others. But are you wondering, can music lessons help with anxiety? The answer is a resounding “yes” whether you are a child or an adult. The National Institutes of Health Reports Music Lessons Reduce Anxiety […]
What Is the Best Age for My Child to Begin Piano Lessons?
Are there benefits children receive from piano lessons? Without a doubt! They range from improved concentration and memory skills to better self-confidence and hand-eye coordination. And children learn a skill that brings joy to themselves and others! The logical next question is, when is the best age for my child to begin piano lessons? The […]
Claude Debussy: Life in Compositions
Beautiful symphonies, creative and wild scales and a notorious love life are just a few aspects of Claude Debussy’s life. This article covers the life, death and legacy French composer Claude Debussy left behind. Early Life Achille-Claude Debussy was born on August 22, 1862, in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France. He was the oldest of five children, to […]