As music teachers, we try to make it fun, we want to help you realize that music takes practice and practice makes progress. The reality, it’s not all fun, like most people think about something fun anyway. Taking music lessons is an opportunity. Developing skills and mindsets that will last a life-time. Think about these […]
Read More »After running across this article several weeks ago, I wanted to share it again as parent participation in the way their child practices is so important. Creating specific goals is a wonderful approach and constructive practice equals progress. As several students are preparing for the National Guild of Piano Teachers auditions this spring, I can’t […]
Read More »If you’re not practicing, they’re all expensive! OR I could say, It’s the lessons you never take. On Practicing Playing an instrument is a commitment of time and money. If you’re not practicing correctly, it can be frustrating for everyone involved. Learning an instrument is more than learning a lot of pieces. There’s theory, technique and […]
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So this happened! Thank you Rosanna Foss for bringing life into Beethoven’s classic piece, Für Elise. A lot of practicing and hard work from all involved. Rosanna made it to Carnegie Hall! Congratulations! Posted by Hey Lo Music on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 “>Carnegie Hall
Read More »I receive lots of questions about teaching toddlers piano and always advise a rhythm and movement experience with YOU! Forget formal lessons for awhile and simply make music, sing, create a beat or three. Here’s an excerpt from an article on the most current research of music and toddlers. “Forget the Mozart Effect and Baby […]
Read More »Ray Charles is one of my all time favorites! And, Marian McPartland of course! An inspiration for many musicians and I know of one story from a famous musician, that when his father took him to see Ray Charles in concert, he knew what he wanted to do in life! I’m sure there are many. […]
Read More »PRACTICE DAILY Your mind likes routine and loves a daily practice time. The more time in between practicing, the more information learned will be lost. Keep it fresh and moving forward.
Read More »“Research agrees, experts concur—music instruction helps children in life. Music can provide joy, beauty and build important life skills in children at any age. The gift of music lasts a lifetime: after the soccer ball is in the garage, the ballet shoes are in the back of the closet and the football uniform is too […]
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Read More »Science Proves that Music Lessons Were the Best Thing Your Parents Ever Did for You
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