The short answer is yes—you can learn a lot from playing songs, but it’s important to approach it thoughtfully to build a well-rounded foundation. You'll want to learn notes, chords, chord progressions, musical keys and time signatures, and more while using songs as...

Whether you’re a singer or a professional who speaks often (either publicly or in meetings), you need to take care of your voice. Without good technique and maintenance, you may end up with vocal nodules, pain, hoarseness, or other ailments, and some of these can be...

Dynamics, the variations in loudness or softness in music, allow a musician to unlock the expressive nature of the piano. They add color, contrast, and emotional depth to a performance.  That said, mastering dynamics on the piano involves a combination of...

Are you looking to improve your singing skills while at home? Great! Staying motivated while practicing can be difficult, especially when learning new techniques. But don't worry - there are plenty of ways to practice with fun exercises that won't feel like a chore....

Are you playing challenging piano repertoire like Prokofiev, advanced Bartok, or something else that demands speedy and dexterous finger work? Even romantic music can be very technically demanding (Schumann’s In Der Nacht, for example), and plenty of Mozart and Bach...

Are you thinking about teaching yourself the violin? And if you do try and teach yourself, will it hold back your development? We discuss these issues below. If you would like to learn more about our violin lessons in Brooklyn with a professional, please get in touch!...

We all know the importance of reading music, playing with correct hand position and posture, identifying key and time signatures, and engaging with other aspects of music, but is memorization important? We’ll discuss the value of memorizing your music, performing it...

Beginner pianists may or may not be familiar with piano methods - this is generally your teacher’s area of expertise. But if you are teaching yourself, or if you are studying the art of teaching piano, this guide is for you. At the very least, researching this...

Adult-sized guitars have long posed a challenge for children who wanted to play the instrument. Even adult students often feel a strain as they first wrap their hands around the neck of the guitar to reach over all six strings. So, you should buy your child a...