The Cognitive Benefits of Playing Music
Music, often hailed as a universal language, is an integral part of human culture and history. But beyond its emotional resonance and aesthetic pleasures, playing music offers a multitude of...
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More to Start, Fewer to Quit | November 2023
Read nowThis month's MSFQ tips come from Marcia Neel, Music Achievement Council Education Advisor and Senior Director of Education for Yamaha Corporation of America. RECRUITMENT TIPS It’s amazing how quickly February will arrive, and this is often the month when students...
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More to Start, Fewer to Quit | October 2023
Read nowNow that recruitment season is over, take a few minutes to reflect on your recruitment efforts. Make a list of the actions that had the greatest impact and a list of things you could do to improve next year’s recruitment process. You may also want to consult with your administrator to see if they received any feedback from parents, students, classroom teachers, or staff. Finally, spend some time with your local music dealer or school representative to review this year’s recruitment efforts.
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The Harmonious Benefits of Joining School Band
Read nowFor many students, the idea of joining a school band presents a whirlwind of emotions: excitement, trepidation, and the enthralling prospect of mastering an instrument. Delving deeper into the intricacies of band membership, it becomes evident that the experience offers...
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Choose to Teach: Christine Wolf | October 2023
Read nowThis "Choose to Teach" episode features educator Christine Wolf of Utah. The "Choose to Teach" initiative helps educators connect to their impact on their students, schools, and community and reconnect with why they decided to become an educator. It's brought...
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Finger Pickin Friday | Taylor JMSM Jason Mraz Signature
Read nowWelcome to, "Finger Pickin Friday", proudly presented by the talented Brad Waresback. This week, we're spotlighting the Taylor Guitars JMSM Jason Mraz Signature nylon-string acoustic guitar. Join Brad for a captivating acoustic experience. About Finger Pickin Friday: Unlike typical shows...
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Epiphone Slash Les Paul Standard Electric Guitar Demo & Review
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Finger Pickin Friday | Taylor 818e Grand Orchestra
Read nowWelcome to our new weekly segment, "Finger Pickin Friday", presented by the talented Brad Waresback. This week, we're spotlighting the Taylor Guitars 818e Grand Orchestra acoustic guitar. Delve into a sonic realm with Brad at the helm. Unlike typical shows...
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The Cognitive Benefits of Playing Music
Read nowMusic, often hailed as a universal language, is an integral part of human culture and history. But beyond its emotional resonance and aesthetic pleasures, playing music offers a multitude of cognitive benefits. Delving into the intricate web of musical learning...
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Harmony of Hyrule: A Symphonic Ode to Time - The Music of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
Read nowThe Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time’ continues to be a paradigm of game design, narrative, and particularly music, years after its initial release. Composed by Koji Kondo, the musical maestro of numerous Nintendo gems, the score of this magnum...
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More to Start, Fewer to Quit | September 2023
Read nowThis month’s MSFQ tips come from Dr. Sarah Labovitz, the Director of the Hugh A. Glauser School of Music, at Kent State University in Kent, Ohio. RECRUITMENT TIPS Help recruit new ensemble students by actively recruiting their parents and guardians....
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Yairi WY1TS: A Guitar that Demands the Spotlight | Stage Series Folk/OM Acoustic Demo & Review
Read nowToday I've got an amazing high-end Alvarez guitar, a Yairi WY1TS. Now confession, I've been saying Yar-e for pretty much my whole entire career but apparently that is not it so I'm going to keep working on how to really pronounce that but anyway these are amazing guitars.
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More to Start, Fewer to Quit | July 2023
Read nowThis month's MSFQ tips come from Marcia Neel, Music Achievement Council Education Advisor and Senior Director of Education for Yamaha Corporation of America. RECRUITMENT TIPS Check in with your guidance counselors to ensure that all of the students you recruited...
