Encouraging good technique will always help a music lessons but it’s a word that scares many parents, students, and teachers. As music teachers, we know the importance of proper technique. If a student learns the wrong way to hold a guitar, hold their drum sticks, or position their hands over a piano during private piano
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DON’T Skip The Recital! 5 Reasons Why Students Need Them.
Students need music lesson recitals, this article will help outline why and how recitals are necessary Recital time is upon us. The next 2 months will be filled with song picking, practicing, nerves, practicing, learning and re-learning how to bow, practicing, anticipation, and…practicing! Some kids really look forward to recitals and some dread this time
What To Know Buying Digital Piano: A Teacher’s Guide For Beginners
As a team of private music teachers who specialize in beginner lessons, we’re often asked what to know buying digital piano for a new student. Whether you’re a parent purchasing your child’s first instrument or an adult student shopping for yourself, finding the right digital piano can make a big difference in your musical success.
Fun Productive Music Practice Ideas: A Weeklong Plan for Parents and Students
As private music teachers who work with beginner students of all ages, we’ve seen what happens when practice turns into a chore: motivation dips, progress slows, and confidence fades. But the good news? Practice doesn’t have to feel like homework. With the right structure and a little creativity, it can actually become the highlight of
What To Know About Your First Music Lesson
So you’ve finally made the decision to sign up for music lessons. Good for you! Nervous about that first music lesson? Don’t be! The first lesson can and should be exciting and fun! Here is a list of what to expect from a first music lesson: A Pleasant Greeting/Introduction It’s possible that you may not
Why Private Lessons Starting at Age 4 Make a Big Difference
As music educators who work with preschool and early elementary students, we often hear parents ask: “Is four too young to start private lessons?” The answer? Absolutely not. In fact, there are several strong developmental reasons to consider private lessons starting at age 4. At this age, children are naturally curious, rapidly developing coordination, and
A Fun Summer Piano Activity Your Kids Will Actually Love
Last summer, I was searching—desperately—for something to keep my two kids busy that wasn’t just hours of screen time or another camp that cost a fortune. That’s when a friend suggested we try private piano lessons at home. I’ll admit, I was skeptical at first. Would my kids actually enjoy it? Would it feel like
Do I Need An Instrument To Start Lessons?
Do I need an instrument is one of the most basic questions when we think about starting lessons. The most intuitive answer may be, yes, however, that isn’t necessarily the right answer. What Music Instrument Do You Want To Play? First, it depends which instrument you’re starting with. If you’re taking piano lessons, you do
Ask a Teacher: What to Expect in Trumpet Lessons
Q: Hi! My 6th grader just signed up for trumpet lessons. We’re totally new to this—what should we expect in the first few sessions? What do teachers typically focus on?– Curious Parent in Atlanta A: Great question—and one we hear all the time! As private music teachers who specialize in beginner trumpet instruction, we love
Voice Lessons Help To Escape Peer Pressure
Voice Lessons may be the identifier your student needs to escape peer pressure. In fact young people involved in music are 85% more likely to become leaders in there peer group. Young Students Facing Challenges There are a lot of challenges students face today and peer pressure seems even greater then ever before with the