In our dream world, students practice daily because they love music and because they believe us when we say that practice makes perfect. In reality, students practice once a week, probably ten minutes before the lesson. Not all of them, of course! Some don’t even practice those ten minutes before the lesson.
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How To Relieve Vocal Tension Naturally: A Singer’s Guide to Freedom
These three exercises should be done in order, every day so that you can become familiar with yourself, how and when you produce tension in your singing, so that you can learn how to reduce it little by little.
3 Simple Ideas To Practice Music On Vacation
You might think we’re crazy asking you to practice music wile on vacation but if you believe that learning music is fun like we do, you may actually look forward to keeping up your study wile your on break. Try these 3 simple ideas to help you practice wile you’re away from home.
Your Saxophone Teacher’s Practice Checklist: What We’re Really Looking For
Hey there! If you’ve ever wondered what your teacher actually wants to hear during your lesson, this guide is for you. We’re not expecting perfection—but we are hoping you’re following some key steps during the week. Below are our top saxophone teacher practice tips to help you get the most out of each session (and
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
Practicing Piano with a Metronome
Practicing piano with a metronome can be difficult at first. No lie. I know this because I remember the difficulty I had when I first started out playing piano. I also know this because of my experience teaching beginning piano students. But the metronome is an extremely important training tool you can learn to use and even love. In this article, I’m going to share a few tips and techniques that will make learning how to practice piano with a metronome easier.
Why Guitar Tuners Help Beginners Sound Better From Day One
As guitar teachers who specialize in helping beginner students, we’ve seen firsthand how guitar tuners help beginners build confidence, play more accurately, and stay motivated. Whether you’re just starting private guitar lessons or tuning up for your 100th session, using a tuner is not a shortcut—it’s a smart tool for success. What Is a Guitar
Why Use a Metronome at Home? Busting the Myths and Building Great Habits
When we recommend metronomes to new students, we often hear hesitation. “Isn’t that just for professionals?” “Won’t it make practice boring?” “My child already has a good sense of rhythm.” We get it—metronomes have a reputation. But as private music teachers who work with beginner students every day, we can say with confidence: using a
Using A Visual Aide to Make Practice More Effective
I am a firm believer in having clear goals when it comes to music practice. Students must ALWAYS know what it is they are trying to achieve in any given practice session. Necessarily, they must first know what it is they need to work on. That is where the teacher provides the input about what
What are those instruments playing? Learning how to listen
It’s a bit of a cliché to say this, but I love to listen to music. You could safely assume that all musicians love to listen to music, but you might not know that it can be a really challenging thing to do. It’s a skill you can practice and improve upon. My ability to