Rhythm sticks are always one of my go-to percussion instruments to use with any age level, especially in preschool music classes.  They are fun to use and provide a good sound.  For...

One of the things most people don't think about is how critical mouthpieces are for instruments.  Whether you're playing trumpet or tuba, mouthpieces make almost as much of a difference as...

Style and artistic expression are important aspects of music that sometimes get lost in the mix of all the pitches and rhythms you have to learn and play.  Markings like the dynamics are...

I don't know any other job where it takes more work to take a sick day than to just go in.  But the pandemic and distance learning taught us that it's important to take those days to care for...

Everyone wants to get better at rhythm, but not everyone knows how!  Specific music rhythm exercises are the key to getting better.  Too many people ignore this aspect of...

Teaching music to young children is a great way to start a student's love of music early on. Most people really struggle with this age group, but when you come armed with some great preschool...