Live from Burlington…the latest Capstone Music News & Articles!
Our music centre is where it’s at lessons and group music programs. Here you’ll find the latest Capstone Music news and articles on all kinds of topics. From why music lessons are great for your child’s mental and phsyical development to how to choose the right musical instrument for your child!
We are back!
CAPSTONE MUSIC UPDATE WE ARE OPENING! AUGUST 31st we are reopening our doors for in-studio lessons Hi there friends! We are excited to announce [...]
September is Coming! Back to Music School Time
As school starts back up again and we shake off the relaxed routine of summer holidays you may be finding yourself craving the more structured [...]
Capstone Music Named Best Music Instruction, Best Instructors: Reader’s Choice Diamond Winner
Thank you for Naming Capstone Music Best Music Instruction for 14 Years! Once again, we are here to say a huge "thank-you" to all of [...]
Survive, Revive & Thrive with Capstone Music: Update from Geoff Breen
We're Working to Make Capstone Music even Better - In-Class Sessions Return! Dear Capstone Music friends and family, First of all, to those of you [...]
Why summer is a great time for music lessons
Summer is known as a time to let loose and have fun, but it’s also a great time to take some music lessons. As the [...]
Can Music Therapy Help Improve My Life?
Music is such a common part of daily life, it’s easy to not notice the effects it actually has on a person. Whether you’re listening [...]
Music Lessons and the Importance of Teacher Feedback
With the world moving into a more digital age, online music instruction is becoming the norm. Video sites like YouTube allow music buffs to learn [...]
Tips to Excel Between Weekly Music Lessons
When you make the decision to learn a new instrument, taking lessons is the best way to ensure you learn all the tricks you can. [...]
Acoustic vs Electric Guitar: Which Should I Choose?
Once you’ve decided that you want to learn how to play the guitar, it’s time to make another important decision: acoustic or electric? Though they [...]
Playing Music – 8 Positive Effects on Teenagers & Youth
Even going all the way back to when your child was a baby, music has had numerous benefits for everyone who takes part. From the [...]
We are back!
CAPSTONE MUSIC UPDATE WE ARE OPENING! AUGUST 31st we are reopening our doors for in-studio lessons Hi there friends! We are excited to announce that CAPSTONE MUSIC will be reopening in studio lessons beginning the [...]
September is Coming! Back to Music School Time
As school starts back up again and we shake off the relaxed routine of summer holidays you may be finding yourself craving the more structured routine that fall brings with it. This is one of [...]
Capstone Music Named Best Music Instruction, Best Instructors: Reader’s Choice Diamond Winner
Thank you for Naming Capstone Music Best Music Instruction for 14 Years! Once again, we are here to say a huge "thank-you" to all of you for voting us as the best in Burlington for [...]
Survive, Revive & Thrive with Capstone Music: Update from Geoff Breen
We're Working to Make Capstone Music even Better - In-Class Sessions Return! Dear Capstone Music friends and family, First of all, to those of you who are able to stick with your lessons this summer, [...]
Why summer is a great time for music lessons
Summer is known as a time to let loose and have fun, but it’s also a great time to take some music lessons. As the school year winds down and you find yourself with more [...]
Can Music Therapy Help Improve My Life?
Music is such a common part of daily life, it’s easy to not notice the effects it actually has on a person. Whether you’re listening to music on your way to work, popping on headphones [...]
Music Lessons and the Importance of Teacher Feedback
With the world moving into a more digital age, online music instruction is becoming the norm. Video sites like YouTube allow music buffs to learn new songs, skills and instruments with videos and onscreen instruction, [...]
Tips to Excel Between Weekly Music Lessons
When you make the decision to learn a new instrument, taking lessons is the best way to ensure you learn all the tricks you can. But weekly lessons aren’t enough to really master the instrument [...]
Acoustic vs Electric Guitar: Which Should I Choose?
Once you’ve decided that you want to learn how to play the guitar, it’s time to make another important decision: acoustic or electric? Though they may seem quite similar, there’s actually a few differences that [...]
Playing Music – 8 Positive Effects on Teenagers & Youth
Even going all the way back to when your child was a baby, music has had numerous benefits for everyone who takes part. From the days of singing them lullabies to when they start learning [...]
2020 Resolutions – I’m Going to Live my Dream of Singing!
This year, make it your year to finally conquer a childhood dream! Yes, adults take singing lessons all the time! Learning how to sing may feel like a dream that you left behind years ago, [...]
The Gift of Music for the Holidays
With many kids nowadays having pretty much all the toys they could want, it can be hard to find a great gift for them during the holidays. Whether it’s the latest doll or a favourite [...]
Music & Babies – Beneficial for Listening and Learning to Play
Music has become so prominent and ingrained in our day to day lives that it’s easy to overlook the effects it can have on babies and young children. It is present is so many parts [...]
Banjo or Ukelele: Which should I Choose to Play?
Choosing between a banjo or ukulele might seem easy... After all, they’re both just cool sounding stringed instruments. But they’re actually very different from each other, and you might find you prefer one over the [...]
The Art and Power of Music
Music isn’t just something you listen to when driving or that you practice just because your mom tells you to. There are actually some really awesome benefits to incorporating music in your life! More and [...]
September Means Back to School… Music School, that is!
During the summer it’s easy to forget about indoor activities with all of the fun things to do outside! Playing at the park, swimming in a backyard pool, taking family vacations and going camping are [...]
Why Piano is a Great First Instrument to Learn
When you or your child decides it’s time to start learning an instrument, it might seem daunting to decide which instrument to start with. There are so many options out there, after all! While you [...]
Amazing Summer Camp Ideas in the Greater Toronto Area
School is almost out for summer, and that means it’s time to start looking at summer camp possibilities for the kids! But what do you do if your child isn’t interested in the typical summer [...]
The Power of Music and Memory
From the moment a baby is born music naturally becomes a part of their life. Parents sing lullabies and playful tunes; the radio plays all kinds of modern and classic songs and TV commercials pop [...]
Best Musical Instruction in Burlington 13 Times – The Capstone Difference
Capstone Music is THE ULTIMATE place in Burlington for music lessons, because you've told us - again! For the 13th time we’ve been awarded and earned diamond in musical instruction for 2019 in all of [...]
When do babies start to understand music?
From the time you found out you were expecting you probably started playing music for your baby, likely without even knowing whether it was beneficial to them. Sure, you’ve heard that popping headphones on your [...]
Start or Join a Rock n Roll Band – Here’s Why!
Joining a rock band may feel like an activity reserved for only skilled performers, but that’s not the case! There are so many great reasons for anyone to join a rock band, even if they [...]
Playing Music Can Really Relieve Stress – Here’s How
When you or your kids get started in music lessons, you’re probably thinking about the benefits you can experience like mood boosts, musical knowledge and the ability to read music. Not to mention the fun [...]
Introducing our Newest Music Teachers
At Capstone Music we are extremely proud of the teachers that choose to make our studio home. Such a dynamic group of musicians who love sharing their passion for music with our students. We are [...]
Music Lessons for Babies? Yes, and Here’s Why!
While it’s easy to see the benefits of musicand playing an instrument in kids and adults, it might be a it more difficult to realize that music has some serious benefits for babies, too! From [...]
Why and How to Start a Rock Band!
OK, so you're thinking of starting a rock band and not sure where to start. Playing an instrument is fun for many reasons. Whether you are playing for your own enjoyment or to entertain others, doing so [...]
Find Your Voice – Singing Helps Kids Get Over Shyness
Shyness is very common in both kids and adults and if you’ve ever been in a situation where you’ve avoided doing something out of worry of being too shy, you’ll likely want to help your [...]
Learning to Playing Multiple Instruments: Good or Bad Idea?
With nearly 2000 instruments in the world it’s no surprise that your musically inclined child might want to learn a second or even a third one at some point. Once they are comfortable on one, [...]
From Singing to Strumming, there’s an instrument for everyone. What’s Yours?
Playing a musical instrument is something that many people want to give a try at some point thanks to the positive effects music can have on us. But with literally countless different instruments in the [...]
Growing with Music – How Music Can Contribute to Healthy Youth Development
Music has long been proven to be beneficial for people of all ages, but that’s especially true for youth. As kids grow and have to learn how to navigate through the world music helps their [...]