Although 2017 is half way over already (can you believe it?!), festival season is still upon us and there are so many awesome festivals to choose from. There’s a festival for all types of music now.. so don’t think if you don’t like EDM, festivals aren’t for you. Check out the list below for upcoming…
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Are you ready for Memorial Day?!
Most of you are already familiar with Memorial Day; it is a day to honor those who died while serving our country. It is a service that not many are willing to do and we should all be extremely thankful for those who serve. Memorial Day has also become the official beginning of the Summer…
How is Playing an Instrument Helping You?
Music is something the majority of us enjoy whether as a casual listener, or an active participant. No matter the age, participating is helpful for mental, emotional and physical health. The reasons for playing an instrument could run an infinite list, but here are just a few to hopefully get you playing! Music is fun…
Mother’s Day is Around the Corner!!
Treat your mom, grandma, godmother, aunt, or whomever with a special breakfast in bed this Mother’s Day! Why stress about what to buy, the money you’re spending, time spent at the stores and waiting online when you can do something simple and from the heart right from home! Make a special Mother’s Day breakfast and…
GiGYStuff
GigyStuff is a brand that was started by a mother and daughter team. They make cases to carry guitars and ukuleles to and from gigs. They strive to make products to not only protect your instruments, but to also showcase your own personal style. These bags are customizable. You get to pick the color of your…
Quartetto Tomassini: A Night of Tango
This February I had the pleasure of viewing a streamed performance of Quartetto Tomassini. As the name implies, it is a string quartet led by violinist, Patrisa Tomassini. Performed on a snowy night at Sholes Street Studio, Brooklyn, the performers embarked on a journey as seen through tango-colored glasses. The space was small, but cozy;…
Timbre: Why things sound the way they sound
Have you ever wondered what makes your voice sound different than someone else’s? Or perhaps why the sound of a trumpet playing middle C sounds different than say, a violin? These different sound qualities are known as timbre, which gives each instrument or voice it’s own unique tonal characteristics. To understand timbre you need to…
Mozart Demystified
Since Mozart’s death, his legacy has been dramatized and romanticized in both literature and film. One specific film Amadeus, warps Mozart’s character into a boyish, immature person. While I still suggest you see the film because it is still wonderful, just remember that they take very wide artistic liberties. Here are a couple of myths…
An Introduction to Diction
Having proper diction is paramount while singing. Without it, we wouldn’t understand the words, thus losing an important connection with the music. A few students have recently had some minor diction issues, so here are a couple of ideas to help you sing your words clearly. 1. Warm-ups: Developing any skill begins with a good…
Ludwig van Beethoven: An Overview
This December 16 marks the birthday of one of the world’s greatest composers. Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) was born to a musical family in Bonn, Germany. He was a pianist virtuoso from a young age and toured Europe to critical acclaim before going deaf in his late twenties/early thirties. Despite this seemingly crippling ailment, Beethoven…