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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 »

Favourite alternative musical instruments

June 19th, 2013 by Dexter Findley

The world of music isn't all pianos, violins, guitars and clarinets. There are plenty of wonderful, wacky and obscure instruments, each with their own fascinating sounds. We've compiled a list of some of our favourites.

Djembe

Not the most radical of starting-off points, but one that illustrates music's depth and variety of forms. Most contemporary Western music is derived from a mix of European and African diaspora styles - specifically the marriage of the European classica... Read More »

Relax! Learn to play a musical instrument

February 2nd, 2011 by Sara

"Music speaks what cannot be expressed, soothes the mind and gives it rest, heals the heart and makes it whole, flows from heaven to the soul."

Private musical tuition is probably the best method of learning to play a musical instrument. Music is an important aspect of our lives and learning to play is a wonderful feeling of self achievement.

Musical education has formed an important role in all school cu... 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 »

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.

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East Coast Musician of the Year 2015

April 24th, 2015 by Sarah Adams

The East Coast Musician of the Year Competition attracts both able students and those in the early stage of their musical development giving the competition its unique status within the regions musical calendar. It enjoys the support of the regions Music Teachers, Schools, Colleges,Local Authorities Music Service Departments and regional orchestras.

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East Coast Musician of the Year 2016

May 24th, 2016 by Anna Michaelidou

The East Coast Musician of the Year Competition attracts both able students and those in the early stage of their musical development giving the competition its unique status within the regions musical calendar. It enjoys the support of the regions Music Teachers, Schools, Colleges,Local Authorities Music Service Departments and regional orchestras.

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Passing Your ABRSM Grade 5 Music Theory

October 15th, 2021 by Cassie Steele

The Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM) is the most popular music exam board in the world. Over 650,000 CA... Read More »

East Coast Musician of the Year 2011 Competition

June 22nd, 2011 by Sara

The East Coast Musician of the Year 2011 Competition. Heats Saturday 5th November, Final Saturday 13th November. Early Registration Deadline 31st July 2011. Closing Date for Entry 30th September 2011

Supported by East Ridings Schools' Music Service, The City of Hull Music Service, Hull Philharmonic Orchestra, Scarborough Symphony Orchestra and Opera North, interest in this competition has been growing. Since its inception three years ago it has attracted both able stu... Read More »