Have you ever dreamed of maybe one day playing in a marching band or orchestra? Have you thought about which instrument you’d like to play? The flute is a fun instrument and once learned a student will be able to create wonderful sounds. It is such a great compact instrument that still provides so much
Music Lessons
Benefits of Private Trumpet Teachers for Band & Orchestra Students
Almost every school presents an opportunity for students to participate in a large ensemble, such as a concert band or orchestra. Many families and students find that this setting provides a great opportunity to gain exposure to music and learn an instrument. The musical benefits of school band and orchestra are great, and for some
In-Home Music Lessons As Therapy, Part 2: Helping Children With Notes
My last blog post talked about the therapeutic benefits of in-home music lessons and how improvement in the areas of fine motor, self-esteem and attention span are evident. In addition to these goal areas, a child can improve his or her communication skills, social interaction and ability to follow directions by engaging in music therapy
In Home Piano Lessons: What Can Music Lessons Teach My Child?
Aside from teaching your child to read and play music, there are many advantages of taking private music lessons in Atlanta. Many desirable skills and character traits are also developed by music lessons. Some of those skills include perseverance, math skills, courage, poise, and confidence. Perseverance Even the most gifted musician or in-home piano teacher
How To Sight Sing With Private Voice Lessons
The task seems really daunting – being handed a sheet of notes on a paper and be expected to sing the corresponding notes and rhythms. When playing another instrument, such as a piano, it seems much simpler. Each note on the paper corresponds to a key on the instrument that you can physically strike. You
4 Happy Side-Effects Of In Home Piano Lessons
I have always said that learning how to play an instrument is the best thing I have ever done for myself. There are so many benefits to learning how to play an instrument and this blog will barely scratch the surface, but I have listed a few key reasons as to how taking in home
In Home Music Lessons As Therapy: Helping Children One Note At A Time
by Claire Walker MacHenery Music Therapy: Music is such a powerful tool. Whether listening to the radio in our cars, singing in the shower or learning an instrument, our lives are constantly impacted and affected by music and rhythm. Particular songs evoke positive and negative emotions and serve as a reminder of past memories. That
Orlando Cello Lessons – Practice Slowly With a Metronome
For all music students, whether in your first year of private cello lessons in Orlando or in your 15th year of playing, the metronome should always be there to help you. If you have never used a metronome before, be prepared to meet your new best friend, it will help you in your toughest times
How Every In Home Music Lesson Is An Opportunity
Opportunities In my mind, a private saxophone lesson is always an opportunity. When I walk into a student’s home, that’s what I think. It’s just as much an opportunity for me as it is for the student. I, like many musicians, am my own worst critic. I constantly wonder if I could be doing more
Getting Started With Home Or School Percussion Lessons
Percussion instruments are some of the oldest instruments to music. Percussion started out as using hands or feet to keep a rhythm and then progressed to using sticks, rocks, and other objects to create sound. As time went on, percussion instruments evolved into using drums made out of dried animal skin stretched tightly over an
