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Should I Learn the Ukulele?
Perhaps you've been wanting to take lessons but wondering "Should I learn the ukulele?" Let's go over some of the pros and cons of taking lessons on this charming little instrument so that you can make the best decision for your wallet, your schedule and your...
Should I take voice lessons?
Singing lessons are a powerful way to refine and enhance your vocal abilities, whether you're an aspiring singer, a public speaker, or simply someone who wants to communicate more effectively. In this blog post, we will delve into the world of voice lessons, exploring...
Should I learn the guitar?
Perhaps you've been wondering "Should I learn the guitar?" Let's go over some of the pros and cons of taking guitar lessons so that you see if it's the instrument for you! Pros: Very portable doesn't take up much space easy for self accompaniment you can also use...
How long should I practice?
Is there a magic amount of time to work with your instrument at home? In this blog, I explore the question "how long should I practice?" The answer might surprise you. How long should you set the timer for when you start practicing at home? The answer is usually-it...
Should I Learn Piano?
Perhaps you've been wanting to take lessons but wondering "Should I learn the piano?" Let's go over some of the pros and cons of taking piano lessons so that you can make the best decision for your wallet, your schedule and your personality: Pros: easy to play for...
How can I tell if I’m singing on pitch?
While trying to improve your voice you may be thinking, "How can I tell if I'm singing on pitch?" Here's a few tricks you can use while you're still improving your ear. Use Vibrational Tracking. This is (probably) not a term you'll find on google (at least as it...
What kind of music should I sing as a beginner?
Many of my students just starting lessons wonder: "what kind of music should I sing as a beginner?" Let me first start out by saying: I don't want to be the person to choose your music. I am personally of the viewpoint that the job of a music teacher is to be a...
How to Sing on Pitch
If you’ve been told you can’t sing because you can’t match pitch, well I’ve got news for you! You haven’t found the right teacher…yet. I’ve worked with many students who struggled to match pitch or even to follow the melodic contour (shape of a melody) in a song. You...
Is My Choir Director Wrong?
It’s important to be mindful of the (sometimes dubious) comments given by well intentioned choir and acting directors. Maybe you've yourself "is my choir director wrong?" Remember that their first goal is to create a full bodied, blended sound. Sometimes this might be...
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Should I Learn the Ukulele?
Perhaps you've been wanting to take lessons but wondering "Should I learn the ukulele?" Let's go over some of the pros and cons of taking lessons on this charming little instrument so that you can make the best decision for your wallet, your schedule and your...
Should I take voice lessons?
Singing lessons are a powerful way to refine and enhance your vocal abilities, whether you're an aspiring singer, a public speaker, or simply someone who wants to communicate more effectively. In this blog post, we will delve into the world of voice lessons, exploring...
Should I learn the guitar?
Perhaps you've been wondering "Should I learn the guitar?" Let's go over some of the pros and cons of taking guitar lessons so that you see if it's the instrument for you! Pros: Very portable doesn't take up much space easy for self accompaniment you can also use...
How long should I practice?
Is there a magic amount of time to work with your instrument at home? In this blog, I explore the question "how long should I practice?" The answer might surprise you. How long should you set the timer for when you start practicing at home? The answer is usually-it...
Should I Learn Piano?
Perhaps you've been wanting to take lessons but wondering "Should I learn the piano?" Let's go over some of the pros and cons of taking piano lessons so that you can make the best decision for your wallet, your schedule and your personality: Pros: easy to play for...
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