The first day of dance class is a milestone filled with excitement and maybe even a few butterflies for parent and child alike. As a parent, you want to set your dancer up for success while making sure the experience is positive and stress-free. That first class sets the tone for your child’s relationship with […]
Outstanding Workplace Culture in Denver, CO – June 2025 The Denver Business Journal has named Ensemble Performing Arts one of the best places to work in Denver! Ensemble is the largest employer of music and dance teachers in the country, and has recently made strides in the music retail and rental industry, further streamlining the […]
Every December, we hear cheerful voices singing about reindeer, snowmen, and coming together as a community. Christmas carols fill homes, schools, and even shopping centers with joy. But have you ever wondered where these songs came from? The story of the Christmas carol is a fascinating journey through time, a journey that begins long before […]
If you’re a music store owner offering lessons, you might be sitting on the most valuable and scalable part of your business. Just ask Anthony Sloan and Bailey Kercheval, co-founders of Sloan Music School, a full-service music store and lesson center in Hagerstown, Maryland. Since opening in August 2020, their store has grown to 700+ […]
Learning to play the saxophone is an exciting and rewarding experience, but there’s something just as important as practicing scales or learning your favorite tune: taking care of your saxophone. Proper maintenance keeps your sax sounding great, looking good, and lasting for years. And the best part? It doesn’t take long once you know what […]
Learning to play the saxophone is an exciting challenge, and whether you’re learning in school or with a private teacher, one small detail can make a big difference: your reed. In this blog, we’ll break down what reeds do, how to choose the right one, and which brands are best for beginners, so that you […]
If you’re a piano teacher, a parent of a budding musician, or even a late-starting adult learner, chances are you’ve come across the Faber Piano Adventures method books. Created by husband-and-wife team Nancy and Randall Faber, this widely respected method series has become a go-to curriculum in the piano education world — and for good […]
Ensemble Ranks 503rd With Three-Year Revenue Growth of 800% DENVER, August 19, 2025 – Inc. revealed that Ensemble Performing Arts ranks No. 503 overall on the 2025 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The Denver-based company is the largest employer of music and dance teachers in the country and […]
Do you or your child feel a desire to dance? Many people dream of dancing, no matter their age or how coordinated they think they are. It’s normal to feel a bit unsure at first, worried about having two left feet or no past experience, but the joy of dance is for everyone regardless of […]
Congratulations! After lots of research on different instruments to learn, you’ve decided that piano is the one for you. Piano is a versatile and accessible instrument, as well as a great building block to learning music overall. Throughout this blog, we’ll explore the benefits of learning and playing piano, including: …as well as the lifetime […]
How To Prepare For Your First Lesson Private music lessons offer personalized instruction tailored to a student’s individual learning style, pace, and goals. With one-on-one attention, students receive immediate feedback and focused guidance that helps them progress more efficiently. Whether you’re a first time musician or returning to private lessons after taking some time off, […]
If you’re looking into beginner music lessons for your student, you may have heard of the Suzuki Method! Thousands of music educators across the U.S. use the Suzuki method to teach their students, and many Suzuki-trained students go on to become professional musicians! This blog will help you to understand exactly what this method is, […]