It’s been known for some time now that there are many benefits of music lessons for children. But you may not have heard them all. Here are some of the best benefits of learning to play music, along with how to make the most of them. Improvements in cognitive and non-cognitive skills A well-done study [...]
Fall is a popular time for music lessons, but have you ever stopped to wonder why that is? Here are 4 reasons why so many people love to make a fresh start with music lessons at this time of year. It’s a time of new beginnings Fall has always been a time of new beginnings, [...]
Fact: the emergence of folk music has led the ukulele into the mainstream. Thanks to bands like Band of Horses, the Lumineers, and Mumford and Sons, one instrument has become hot, hot, hot! The ukulele is seeing a resurgence unlike ever before! While the ukulele might be famous for songs like “Somewhere over the Rainbow,” [...]
Whether to play a bass or electric guitar is a dilemma that comes up a lot (we've recently talked about the 5 key differences between electric vs. acoustic guitar). To begin with, remember that you don’t have to play the same instrument for life. So choose the one that best fits you now, and if [...]
If you want to learn how to play the guitar, one issue you’ll come across early on is deciding whether or not to start with acoustic, or electric. Learn about the differences between them so you can make the right decision. We already know the benefits of playing guitar for children, and you can check [...]
