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Coming Together: 7 Reasons Live Music is So Important

Coming Together: 7 Reasons Live Music is So Important

Music can be a very private experience. The emotional reaction and catharsis from listening to music alone can be very satisfying. But even with that said, music is better when shared, and live music is best of all! British composer Malcolm Arnold...

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Headphones vs Earbuds: Pros & Cons

Headphones vs Earbuds: Pros & Cons

Whether you want to listen to music on your morning commute or listen to what you are playing without disturbing the neighbors, the right audio gear is essential for the best experience. The search for the right gear leads many to an inevitable...

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7 Tips to Help You Choose a Summer Camp

7 Tips to Help You Choose a Summer Camp

It may still be frosty outside, but it won’t last forever. It won’t be long before we start to see warm weather; before you know it, summer will fully bloom! That means—even though I may not feel like summer—now is the perfect time to...

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What to Look for When Buying a Secondhand Piano

What to Look for When Buying a Secondhand Piano

Many people dream of owning a piano, but they are usually prohibitively expensive. That said, nowadays, more and more people are trying to get rid of the piano that has been in their family for years. That means those in the market for a secondhand...

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Learning to Play Music: Self-Teaching vs Lessons

Learning to Play Music: Self-Teaching vs Lessons

Learning to play an instrument can be intimidating at first. But, as we know, the benefits far outweigh any difficulties. From improving your memory to making you better at math and forming new friendships, playing music has many physical, mental,...

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Holiday Music From Around the World

Holiday Music From Around the World

Merry Christmas to all who celebrate! One thing most who celebrate have in common is, of course, holiday music. And yet, few things are as divisive as the season’s music. So, to give a better appreciation for the holiday music that so may...

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7 Classic Songs from Christmas Specials

7 Classic Songs from Christmas Specials

Can you feel it? Christmas is only a few weeks away! There is really nothing like the songs from those favourite Christmas specials. They’re dated, yet still somehow feel fresh. They’re quaint and hokey yet utterly influential. Just...

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Brain Training Benefits of Music

Brain Training Benefits of Music

Over the last several years, brain training has become a big business. Think of all the apps that have suddenly arrived in app stores – BrainHQ, Lumosity, Cogmed, and more. But do these smartphone apps actually offer any real benefits for...

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