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Choosing the Right Violin Size for Your Child

Choosing the right violin size for your child is an important first step in their musical journey. Playing the violin should be a comfortable and enjoyable experience, but if the violin is too big or too small, it can be really frustrating. If you’re unsure about how to choose the right size violin for your

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How to Perfect Your Vibrato on the Violin

Vibrato is one of the most beautiful techniques a violinist can master. It’s the subtle oscillation of pitch that adds warmth, depth, and emotion to your playing. Whether you’re just getting started or have been playing the violin for years, perfecting your vibrato can change how your music sounds and feels. But like all great

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The Best Warm-up Exercises for Violinists to Avoid Injury

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned violinist, warming up before you play is so important for preparation and to avoid injuries. Playing the violin requires precision, and the muscles in your hands, arms, and shoulders need to be ready to perform repetitive movements. Incorporate effective violin warm-up exercises into your routine so you can

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Voice and Piano Teachers American Idol Audition

How Auditioning for American Idol Shapes Jessica Johnston’s Approach to Teaching Music At Lessons In Your Home, we’re proud to have such a diverse group of talented educators on our team, and Jessica Johnston is no exception. Her journey from performer to passionate music teacher brings a unique perspective to the way she nurtures her

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Monthly Teacher Spotlight

September’s Teachers of the Month! Maria Torres Welcome to our new Teacher Spotlight! Each month, we’ll be featuring different teachers from across the country who are making a big impact. This month, we’re excited to introduce you to Maria Torres and Donovan Duval. Maria Torres joined our school in April 2023, and she has been

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The Lessons In Your Home 2024 Scholarship Winner

We are thrilled to announce the winner of the Lessons In Your Home Scholarship for 2024, Susanna Washburn! This year’s selection process was highly competitive, with many talented students vying for the scholarship. Susanna’s impressive history in music and her outstanding piano performance set her apart, though we admit there was SO MUCH TALENT THIS

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Why Learning Music Theory is Important for Pianists

This post is brought to you by an official Lessons In Your Home Teacher! Music Theory is essential to becoming a better piano player. Knowledge of music theory helps the most beginner to advanced pupils. We will survey the necessity of learning music theory starting from the beginning to advanced pupils. For piano lessons across

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How To Help Your Student Stay Musically Motivated

This post is brought to you by an official Lessons In Your Home Teacher! The flame of inspiration ignites the heart of every musician. It can be a blazing composition of ideas, motivation, progress, and creativity. As the lights of this blaze flicker, it may feel fleeting. Was this spark a passing thought or idea?

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