Musicians are multitaskers. Our brains, fingers, and bodies do so many things all at once to perform with our instruments.
4 Tips to Help Non-String Players Teach Strings
Teaching string instruments can be daunting if you are not a string player yourself. Below, I’ve highlighted four areas of focus you can use if you find yourself teaching a string class with little to no experience.
Introducing MakeMusic Cloud
For many years, our music-passionate team has worked hard to support music making of all kinds. Beginning in 1995 with our accompaniment software Vivace, we have continuously worked to improve our solutions for musicians.
Power Up! Integrating Scale Studies into Rehearsals and Student Practice Routines
As we begin another school year and welcome our students back, we all know that many of them will not have practiced as consistently as they did during the school year.
SmartMusic October 2022 Repertoire Update
Last month, SmartMusic added 108 interactive tracks to the music catalog! Continuous new repertoire updates are included with your regular subscription, adding further depth and value every month.
Power Up! The LAWS of Tone and Dynamics
Musicians are multitaskers. Our brains, fingers, and bodies do so many things all at once to perform our instruments. When approaching practice, I encourage students to break things down into small OMGs–Obtainable Musical Goals–rather than attacking everything at once.
SmartPicks – Cartoon by Paul Hart
Cartoon by Paul Hart
Ensemble type: Concert Band
Difficulty: Medium Advanced
Recommended by: Ted Scalzo, Education Specialist
“If you want your students to improve their technical performance skills and have fun at the same time, this is your piece.
Power Up! Keys to Successful Articulation
My favorite thing in the world to teach is fundamentals. The development and continued refinement of fundamental skills are key to the overall success of our students and ensembles.
Power Up! Fingerboard Geography for the Intermediate and Advanced String Musician
Musicians are multitaskers. Our brains, fingers, and bodies do so many things all at once to perform with our instruments.
Power Up! Improving Ensemble Sound
The sound of any ensemble is its first impression on the listener; therefore, this should be the priority. There are 3 elements of the band sound: Breathing, Tone, and Intonation.