Why Are Some Musical Instruments so Expensive?
Musical instruments can be a costly investment. Why do certain instruments command a higher price than others? Does this mean that they are better than low-cost alternatives? Find out more in our March blog!
All About Bass Guitar!
Along with the drummer, the bass player is also tasked with keeping the band on tempo and adding texture to the performance. By linking harmony and rhythm, the bass contributes significantly to the overall feel and style of any piece of music.
How discovering new music keeps us motivated as players—and how to find it!
One of the best ways to stay motivated with playing an instrument, and especially writing music, is to discover new musical influences that challenge your preconceptions of what music is and can be—music which pushes you to extend beyond your comfort zone, enabling you to grow and thrive as a well-rounded musician.
Am I too old for music lessons?
Did you know that studies show that adults are well-positioned to pick up instruments faster since they are usually more disciplined than children, more reasoned in their choices, and more able to manage their time effectively? They also tend to have more disposable income which gives them more freedom and flexibility with respect to equipment.
A Brief History of the Piano
The pianoforte, commonly shortened to piano, has featured prominently in the canonical works of Western art music. Since the eighteenth century, the instrument has been a vehicle for the composition of some of our most beautiful melodies.
How Does Music Affect Our Emotions?
People listen to music every day in order to regulate, enhance, and diminish undesirable emotional states like stress and fatigue. But why is this so? What is it about music that resonates so deeply with us?
The Social Benefits of Playing Music
With COVID-19 on the wane, and our children returning to school this month, we explore the social benefits of playing music, and particularly the significant role it can play in forming social bonds.
Transferable Skills for Musicians
But what is the value of studying music? What skills could one reasonably be expected to take away from such an endeavour? And what transferable skills could a trained musician bring to a position in another industry—say, engineering or marketing? Here is what the experts have to say
Why Music Theory Matters
If you are wondering why it’s worth it to buckle down and study music theory, then you’ve come to the right place. Here we’ll discuss the benefits you will receive when you take the time to fully understand music theory from a trained teacher.
Improve Your Mental Health with Music
It’s no secret that music can have a profound effect on mood. Whether it’s hearing a song that rouses fond memories or listening to a new pump-up track during a workout, music can make you feel happy, motivated or grateful—if only for a few minutes.