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Holiday Music in Schools How Schools Can Choose Inclusive Holiday Music A thoughtful school holiday music program can include sacred, secular, cultural, and seasonal selections when they are taught for […]
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Elementary Instrumental Music Programs Advantages of a School-Day Pull-Out Band Program A well-organized pull-out band program can make instrumental music more accessible, consistent, and connected to the elementary school curriculum
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Beginning Flute Technique Five Important Things to Know About Producing a Good Sound on the Flute A clear flute tone depends on relaxed embouchure, steady air, accurate articulation, properly covered
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Buying a Student Violin Why an Extremely Cheap Violin Can Be a Costly Mistake A beginner violin must stay in tune, respond properly, fit the student, and be adjusted well
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Helping Young Musicians Succeed Seven Ways Parents Can Encourage Music Practice at Home Children are more likely to practice regularly when music is part of a predictable routine, progress is
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Choosing a First Instrument Five Common Mistakes Parents and Children Make When Choosing an Instrument The best first instrument should match the child’s interest, physical readiness, musical opportunities, family circumstances,
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Benefits of Music Education Ten Benefits of Learning a Musical Instrument Learning an instrument can strengthen listening, coordination, concentration, creativity, confidence, persistence, teamwork, and cultural understanding while giving children and
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Choosing a First Instrument Best Instrument Choices for a First Grader The best first instrument should be comfortable for a six- or seven-year-old to hold, capable of producing early musical
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Beginner Clarinet Help Clarinet Reed Sizes for Beginners: What Strength Should a Student Use? Choosing the right clarinet reed can make a huge difference for a young player. A reed
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Violin Bow Care How and Why to Use Rosin on a Violin Bow Rosin gives the bow hair enough friction to grip the violin strings, allowing the player to produce
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Elementary Music Education Benefits of Playing the Recorder for Children The recorder is affordable, portable, and approachable for young beginners while providing meaningful instruction in rhythm, melody, breath control, fingering,
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Trumpet and Braces You Got Braces—Now What Should You Do About Playing Trumpet? Braces can temporarily change how the trumpet mouthpiece feels, but most students can continue playing successfully by
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