Resources for Parents

Getting Your Child’s First Dance Class Right: A Parent’s Perspective

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…
The History of the Christmas Carol: How Holiday Music Came to Life

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…
How to Take Care of Your Saxophone: A Beginner’s Guide

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…
The Best Saxophone Reeds for Beginners: What to Choose & Why It Matters

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…
All About Faber’s Piano Adventures Method Books: A Comprehensive Review

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…
Getting Your First Dance Class of the Season Right as a Dance Educator

Stepping into the studio for your first class of the season as an educator can be simultaneously exciting and nerve-wracking. You are setting the tone for your students’ experience of dance and of you as…
The Best Dance Styles for Beginners of All Ages

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,…
Benefits of Playing Piano

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…
How To Prepare For Your First Lesson

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…
All About The Suzuki Method – Learning Music Through Positive Reinforcement

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…
Benefits of Summer Group Music Classes

Summer is the perfect time for your child to explore a new musical venture! Group music classes are especially popular summer-time options for families that may want more flexible scheduling, varied musical experiences, and exciting…
Finding a Career as a Dancer

The thought of having a career in dance can be both exhilarating and overwhelming. The dedication, skill, and tenacity required to succeed are at an all-time high. As teenage dancers begin thinking about life after…