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5 ways to create a great musical environment at home

December 14th, 2016 by Anna Michaelidou

Music plays a very significant part in a child's life and by creating a stimulating learning environment at home you will not only increase their engagement but provide them with a happier learning setting.

Children spend most of their time at home especially at a younger age and children learn by listening, copying and memorising. By creating a musical environment at home you are providing a great setting for your child's developm... Read More »

Will we ever 'run out' of new Music?

July 17th, 2013 by Dexter Findley

Music evolution, after centuries of being localized and linear, exploded in a bloom of diversity as globalization brought cultures, traditions and sounds smashing together. 150 or so years later, we're left with thousands and thousands of genres, sub-genres, categories and scenes. Fads rise and fall, new sounds are developed (for example when electronic music-making became possible), and music's evolution branches ever outwards.

8 Useful Tips to Learn Music at Home

December 6th, 2019 by Ronald Ross

Learning music is easier than you think and can be learned at home without any tutors or expensive classes. We have been blessed with the internet when it comes to learning any skill including music and musical instruments.

The following tips will guide you on how to start learning music on your own.

Don't Fret: Learn Some Chords! Why You Should Have Guitar Lessons

April 10th, 2013 by Dexter Findley

The guitar is the instrument of modern music, the spirit animal of youth. It is synonymous with cool independence and fresh creativity. Whether it be a battered acoustic or a thrash metal axe, it is imbued with the same core romanticism: revolution, newness and change.

Because of this, playing the guitar is a deeply rewarding activity. It has social benefits that no other instrument can provide, and an immediacy of use that isn't possible with practically every other common instrument... Read More »

How music can benefit your child

November 20th, 2015 by Anna Michaelidou

8 reasons why your child will benefit from Music lessons

We have all heard music referred to as the universal language. In the world we live in, we are surrounded by music every day; in the form of songs, celebrations, ceremonies, lullabies, and so much more. It doesn't matter how old you are or where you come from - everyone loves a good melody.

The positives of learning music online

March 31st, 2021 by Magesh

  I have had a great career as a professional drummer working for artists like Lionel Richie, Ricky Martin, Rhianna, Chris Brown and host of other pop stars. I have also taught drumming for over 20 years. When COVID-19 struck I noticed a lot of music stores quickly started giving lessons online. The sudden change had teething problems for both students and teachers when it came to things like audio/video software and timetable issues for international students.  I want to share some tips with... Read More »

Learning The Ukulele - A Stepping Stone to Reading Music

July 24th, 2019 by Cassidy Welling

Back in the 1980s and 1990s, British primary schools focused music teaching on singing, percussion and the one instrument that parents dreaded hearing - the descant recorder. They were cheap to buy and practically indestructible. Although the sound of London's Burning being played on a recorder was an acquired taste, the instrument... Read More »

Which Exam Board Do I Choose For My Child’s Guitar Exams?

September 6th, 2020 by Cassie Steele

45% of CHILDREN WHO WANT TO LEARN AN INSTRUMENT choose the guitar. It is such a versatile instrument and lends itself well to any style of music from rock to classical. You can purchase an acoustic or basic electric guitar relatively cheaply, and it is of course, unlike the piano, a portable instrument, which is great for practising anywhere. Many guitar tutors encou... Read More »

Wind instruments: not a load of hot air

March 24th, 2010 by Emily

If you're thinking of introducing your child to a wind instrument, or indeed taking up lessons yourself, then you've got a lot of fun ahead of you.

Wind instruments are typically split into two types: brass and woodwind instruments. Brass instruments include the trombone, tuba and ... Read More »

Uke been framed

June 8th, 2010 by Emily

Who'd have thought that the small and humble ukulele could become so hugely popular?

In the last couple of years, the ukulele has shot to fame as the instrument of choice for adults and children alike. You'll be familiar with this tiny yet wonderful instrument without even knowing it - if you've heard Hawaiian music, or the hit songs of singer songwriter Jack Johnson, then you've heard the ukulele.

The uke, as it's commonly and affectionately known amongst its fan, is like a m... Read More »

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