Beginner Guitar Lessons Should Be Fun First—Here’s Why

As a group of music teachers who specialize in working with new students, we believe this wholeheartedly: beginner guitar lessons should be fun. In fact, it’s one of the most important ingredients in a student’s long-term success. Of course we care about good posture, solid technique, and reading music—but when a student is just starting

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Why Musical Expression Matters Most (Even When the Notes Are Right)

As private music teachers who work with beginner students every day, we love seeing the moment a student nails the correct notes and rhythm. But we often get asked, “Why doesn’t it sound like a real song yet?” That’s because while accuracy is essential, musical expression matters most. The notes are just the framework—what makes

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ADHD Piano Lessons – Guiding Students

ADHD Piano Lessons Do you or someone you know have students with ADHD? Piano lessons are actually excellent for children with ADHD. Contrary to a classroom there are limited outside disruptions, no judgment or critique from classmates, and the child receives all of the attention. There are some things that music teachers can do to

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Are Your Piano Students Playing To Fast?

Sometimes the most important learning experiences can be missed when we move too fast. Teaching Rubato to “Speedy Piano students” can really help them as a musician in the future, and in general.   Here are a few helpful tips to make this learning process easier for you and the student. Acknowledge They Play Fast Kids

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3 Types Of Guitar Teachers, One Type Of Lesson

There are mainly 3 types of guitar teachers today; In-Home teachers, Private Studio Teachers, and Home Based Guitar Teachers. How can you decide which one is right for you or your child? You might get a good idea of what you’re looking for after reading through the types below: In-Home Music Teachers There are teachers

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The New Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center in Orlando, Fl.

Arts For Every Life – The New Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center in Orlando, Fl. The Dr. Phillips Center is deemed a magnet for the creative spirit, and brings diverse talents of the world together underneath one roof in Central Florida. The performing arts center is named for philanthropist and citrus magnate Dr. Phillip Phillips

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Holiday Music Lessons – You Have To Start Somewhere

We all make promises to ourselves for the New Year. “I’m going to be less stressed”, or “I’m going back to school”, “I’m going to be healthier”, “I’m going to better myself”. How about “I’m going to learn something new”? Learning something new increases brain power, makes us feel better about ourselves, and reduces stress.

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Dust Off And Learn How To Play Guitar

Hey there. I’m Ben—one of the guitar teachers with Lessons In Your Home, and if you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you’ve got a guitar somewhere collecting dust. Maybe it’s been years. Maybe you’ve never quite gotten past the first few chords. Either way, let me tell you something: now is the perfect time

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