American patriotic music has represented the culture and spirit of our country ever since the very first Independence day on July 4th, 1776. From marches, to anthems, to pop & rock ballads, patriotic songs tell a tale of vast history and represent the hearts and pride of American citizens. It is no wonder that after…
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Picking The Right Guitar For You
The first step in every musician’s career is also one of the hardest – finding the instrument that’s right for you. Where can I buy a guitar? What style of guitar should I buy? Does price matter? If you’re asking yourself these questions, look no further! We have the answers to each one of these…
Winter Wellness for Singers
Vocal health is important all year long, but the winter brings many factors that make it imperative to stay vigilant so you can stay healthy and keep singing! Here are a few tips to keep your voice feeling performance-ready all winter long. 1. General Health Every musician must take care of their instrument. For some…
Virtual NYSSMA 2021 Explained
This year has brought many challenges and changes to almost every part of life, and this Spring’s NYSSMA Festival is no exception. In order to help you navigate the 2021 Virtual NYSSMA Festival, we have created a super helpful video, along with 5 easy steps to participate in NYSSMA this year, that will walk students…
Everything to Get You in the Mood for Fall!
Yesterday marked the first official day of Autumn, and we could not be more excited! The weather will start to get cooler, the leaves will be changing, and pumpkin spice is definitely in the air. Fall is one of our favorite times of year and we wanted to share with you all of the things…
5 Great Ways to Introduce Your Children to Classical Music
September is National Classical Music month, and we couldn’t be more excited! We know that a lot of kids might think classical music is boring or old, but we happen to think it’s pretty cool. Besides appreciating the technique and artistry of classical music, there are also countless benefits to listening and learning this style….
Top 10 Practicing Tips!
If you went on vacation this summer, chances are you probably haven’t touched your instrument in a few weeks. You may be a little rusty and school is right around the corner. But, have no fear! We have created 10 easy steps on how to get “back to school” ready: Get Back Into a Practice…
The Ultimate Recital Checklist
The day of a recital can be hectic and stressful. Besides performance nerves, you must also remember everything you need to bring to the recital hall. We have created the ultimate recital checklist for parents & performers to help ensure a stress-free day! For a printable version, click below: Recital Checklist for Parents & Performers…
Choosing The Right Instrument For You
Picking a musical instrument can be daunting and stressful. Usually, once you choose an instrument, you will play that instrument throughout elementary, middle and high school. So, it is important to make sure that you are choosing the right instrument for yourself! We have created a guide below with facts about different popular instruments in…
10 Songwriting Tips with A2nelito
In the recent issue of Center Stage Mag, the talented pianist/producer A2nelito sat down with us to share his 10 songwriting tips. From which equipment to buy, to choosing chords, to honing in on your “sound,” these 10 steps are invaluable to anyone looking to write music. 1. Listen to Everything. 2. Clear Your Mind….