I thought I would take a month and write down words that describe what I see music doing in my life and in my teaching studio and community. Hopefully you notice and are equally inspired by some of the same things...
Read MoreThis is about the time of year that the local Middle and High schools hold auditions for the big spring musical. Every year, there are students who are nervously considering auditioning for the first time, and have no idea what to expect. While every director has their particular way of auditioning prospective students, there are definitely some audition practices that can ensure a better audition....
Read MoreThere comes a point in every students’ learning when practice becomes arduous and stale. This can happen to any student at any age or skill level. Often hectic work or school schedules leave little time for practice making it feel like a chore or students plateau at times and feel as if they are not making progress. The plateau often happens at the intersect of...
Read MoreAbout 6 months ago, I decided to offer a group music theory class to my studio. There were two reasons for this. I'll admit, it was originally inspired by a desire to bring more income. As I was brainstorming how to do this, I asked myself, "What could my studio really use?" It took no time at all for me to think "Music Theory classes!" How...
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It’s springtime and summer is right around the corner. Time to pack up your instruments and head out to summer camps and vacations. Here are some tips to make sure your instrument arrives safely and in pristine performance condition: Flying tips: The rules relaxed a smidge in the spring of 2015 and you can carry-on small instruments like flutes and clarinets, maybe even a trumpet sized case...
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