
Developing Critical Thinking Through Music
Did you know critical thinking is a skill that can be taught? That’s right! Critical thinking is a purposeful, active, and conscious process; one that can grow and be honed. And what’s more, music can be used to develop it. This is...

Young at Heart: The Anti-Aging Power of Music
Did you ever wonder why those old song that came out when you were young seem “better” than the stuff you hear now? It’s easy to jump to the conclusion that “newer music just isn’t as good!” But the truth is,...

Learning Music: Talent vs Practice
For many people out there, the ability to play music must seem like some magical power. Talent seems to be something you either have or you don’t. And for far too many people not having “talent” is a large enough hurdle to keep them from ever...

5 Social and Mental Benefits of Playing an Instrument for Kids
Do you want to help your children become even smarter? Do you want to help them improve their memory, focus, and concentration? What about lower their stress and even help them be happier? Of course, you do! And getting them into music can help!...

Group or Private Music Lessons: Which is Best for Kids?
Every child experiments with music at some point. And that means every child also holds the potential to become a fully-fledged musician! But at this early point in their lives, deciding how much time, effort, and money to invest can be tricky....

Choosing the Right Music School
September and back-to-school season are right around the corner. That makes it the perfect time to start looking for a music school. Picking the right one is an important decision. The music school you choose will have a lasting impression on your...

10 Health Benefits of Hand Drumming
One of the (great many) benefits advantages in technology has given us is an ability to assess the impact of music instruments on our brains and overall wellbeing. Thanks to scientific research via things like MRI scan, we can now see how learning...

Music Relaxes: Stress, Anxiety, & Pain
“Music hath charms to soothe a savage breast.” Those words were written by playwright William Congreve around the turn of the eighteenth century. He may not have known it at the time, but sometimes the savage beast that needs soothing is our own...

Back to School Season is Coming: Time to Sign up for Music Lessons
The back to school season is nearly upon us! Soon stores will be full of displays for backpacks, new clothes, and all the supplies any student might ever need. It can be an exciting time for kids; especially if they’re hitting a big...

Socializing Through Music in a Post-Pandemic World
Over the years we have spent a lot of time talking about the benefits that music can bring to our lives. We’ve talked about the physical changes that go on in the brain, as well as how learning to play in a group can help to teach teamwork....