How Do I Tune My Violin

As private music teachers, we often hear this question from beginners and parents: “How do I tune this thing?” The violin is an expressive and beautiful instrument—but only when it’s in tune. If you’re just starting out, learning how to tune violin strings properly is essential to sounding your best and keeping your instrument healthy.

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Stringing Along

Decisons, Decisions….. If you have a school-aged child, they may soon be choosing an instrument to play in their school band or orchestra. With so many choices, it’s hard to decide, but the best thing you can do is read about and listen to a variety of instruments. The article below will help you understand

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Tickle The Ivories

As music teachers who guide beginners daily, we love exploring the fun side of musical language—even playful phrases like tickle the ivories. Understanding where these sayings come from deepens students’ connection to music, bringing a sense of history and joy to their lessons. Origins of “Tickle the Ivories” The phrase “tickle the ivories” dates back

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Now What?

Taking music lessons is a fun activity for many children, but have you ever wondered what your child can ‘do’ with their lessons as they progress? From pursuing a college degree in music, to starting a band, playing gigs, accompanying others, playing with or for friends in a social setting, or just establishing a lifelong

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Pull The Right Strings!

Start at the Beginning Sometimes it’s just seems easier to start fresh and a new year is often the time people set goals or make changes in their life.  The hurry of the holidays is past and often there is more free time available.  With music, it doesn’t matter if it’s a new year or

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