Five Benefits of Playing in A Band or Ensemble
Becoming a member of a band or music ensemble can seem overwhelming. Potential distractions abound and there is less one-on-one time between student and teacher. If you are comfortable in private lessons, you may ask “why add something new and stressful?” The truth is, playing music in a group offers many benefits that you can’t […]
Five Ways to Prepare Your Child for Their First Music Lesson
Learning a musical instrument is a journey. And taking that first step is both exciting and intimidating. Fortunately, you don’t have to start the process without knowledge of what’s to come. At B Natural Piano, we can get you started with everything you need to know about playing an instrument. From your very first […]
How do Professionals Write Music?
There isn’t one formula for writing music. Every composer has a somewhat different process for how they write. However, there are common threads to writing music that bring the process together. Learning to write using different instruments, following a progression of chords, developing a rhythm and even adding lyrics if you so choose, are all […]
The Correlation Between Music Lessons and Better Grades in School
Most parents are concerned with the grades that their children achieve in school. Rightfully so, as academic success is important for many facets in life. Good grades open the door to future educational opportunities and professional success. They are also important for building your kid’s confidence and self-esteem. If better grades in school are your […]
How to Choose Your Piano
So, you finally decided to buy a piano. Whether you’re a new student of the piano or have been practicing for years, it can be hard to decide what type of piano is best suited for your needs and lifestyle. How important is sound quality to you? Where will you place the piano in […]
How to choose the perfect piano for your child
Investing in a piano is a big decision, but if you are serious about getting your child piano lessons and developing his or her musical abilities, you need to make sure your child has a good instrument with which to develop those abilities. There are a variety of piano sizes and brands to choose from […]
Piano Lessons for Adults – 4 Great Reasons to Play Piano
You are never too old to start learning something new! Maybe you took lessons as a child and wish you had practiced more! …or you’ve always wanted to play the piano but never had the opportunity to learn. There’s a lot of us out here and many of us are doing something about it. Here’s […]