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WHY MUSIC MATTERS?
Why Music Matters: A Guide for Parents and Teens Music isn't just about entertainment – it's a powerful force that can shape our lives in...
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6 days ago2 min read
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What 5 skills do you need to be a good musician?
Being a good musician goes beyond mastering musical skills; non-musical skills play a crucial role in developing a well-rounded musician....
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Jan 71 min read
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Hands and Clefs are confusing. Why?
Differentiating between hands and clefs can be challenging, but there are effective strategies to address this issue. Here's a plan you...
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Jan 72 min read
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Why do I have poor technique or poor finger placement?
Common Issues with Finger Placement and Technique Flat Fingers Fingers lie flat on the keys rather than being rounded. This leads to...
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Jan 72 min read
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What is Fret Buzz? What can you do about it?
Fret buzz is a common issue in guitar playing where the string vibrates against a fret, creating a buzzing or rattling sound instead of a...
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Jan 62 min read
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Why are Barre chords so difficult?
Barre chords are notoriously challenging for many guitarists, especially beginners, because they require strength, precision, and...
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Jan 62 min read
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There's too much material.
There is so much information out there now, thanks to the internet and Youtube. Too much information is bad thing so this is what You Can...
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Jan 52 min read
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Why is learning a musical instrument so slow?
"Learning a musical instrument is like building a house". You need a strong foundation to support everything else that comes later. That...
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Jan 41 min read
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Is this too difficult?
Learning difficult pieces or songs before you're ready can be a negative experience for a few reasons: 1. Risk of Developing Bad Habits...
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Jan 42 min read
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Can you remember? Why short term memory is your biggest skill!
Short-term memory plays a crucial role in the learning process, especially in music education, for the following reasons: 1. Learning and...
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Jan 42 min read
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Why does Music Theory exist and why is it important?
Music theory exists to help us understand, describe, and communicate the elements of music. It's like a shared language for musicians....
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Jan 41 min read
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What and how to practice?
1. Warm-Up (5–10 minutes) Think of this like stretching before a workout. Start with something easy and repetitive to get your fingers...
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Jan 41 min read
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Why SPEED is not your friend!
Why Slow Practice Matters Builds Accuracy Playing slowly allows your fingers and brain to connect properly. This ensures you’re playing...
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Jan 42 min read
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Ignore the negativity!!
1. Avoiding Negative Feedback While you can't control what others say, you can take steps to minimise the impact of negative feedback:...
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Jan 41 min read
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