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How to Avoid Piano Injuries with Proper Piano Posture and Positioning

September 2, 2021

Piano injuries are muscle injuries that are caused by playing the piano with improper posture or incorrect body position. As with any new activity, learning…

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How Piano Pedals Can Enhance Your Music

July 7, 2021

Have you ever wondered what your piano pedals do? Although they may look like a fancy footrest, the pedals on an acoustic or upright piano…

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Learning Piano as an Adult – Why It’s Never Too Late!

June 3, 2021

Have you thought about learning piano as an adult, but wondered whether you’re too old to begin lessons? Wonder no longer – it’s never too…

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How to Choose the Right Guitar or Voice Teacher

March 31, 2021

Congratulations! You’ve finally decided to pursue guitar or singing lessons. But now comes the hard part – finding a guitar teacher or voice teacher. Where…

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Why Music Recitals are Important for Students

March 14, 2021

Performing in music recitals is an important part of every student’s musical education. But playing music in front of an audience takes a lot of…

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Reading Sheet Music vs Playing by Ear – Which is Better?

January 31, 2021

When it comes to learning to play the piano, we’re often asked whether it is better to learn by reading sheet music or by playing…

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The Benefits of Singing – Don’t Just Ring in the New Year; Sing in the New Year!

January 19, 2021

Did you know there are both physical and emotional benefits of singing? Singing can make you feel good and is good for your health. After…

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Music Practice Tips – How to Motivate Kids to Practice Between Lessons

December 15, 2020

As adults, we understand that to master any musical instrument requires dedication and hours and hours of music practice. But sometimes convincing a child to…

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How to Get Over Stage Fright – 10 Tips for Performing Live

November 16, 2020

Your pulse races. Your hands tremble. Your knees quake. You’ve felt this way before but knowing how to get over stage fright still eludes you.…

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