Unlike other musicians, a singer can not quickly fix or mend their instrument if broken…because their instrument is their voice! That’s why it’s extremely important for singers to take good care of their voices in order to prevent injury. After all, we’re only born with one set of vocal cords and they’re irreplaceable!   Luckily,

Any serious singer knows how critical live shows are and just how nerve-racking they can be. When gearing up for a live show, singers will no doubt rack up all the practice hours they can, squeezing in as many voice lessons as possible, perfecting their set list, and working on their showmanship. However, one major

This past Saturday, on July 22nd, 2017 I saw the new locally known band Last Man Standing preform at Club Red in Mesa. They performed with three other bands, Undecided Youth, Plants After Dark, and Promise to Myself. Last Man Standing has four members: Samantha (Sam) Potter on vocals, Abbey Maruyama playing guitar, Katie Gibbs

Music plays a significant part in every teenager’s life. It’s part of acquiring a musical sense and a personal identity. When a teen gets into a style of music, it can affect habits of thought, matters of speech, and the way a teen dresses, acts and lives their life. Social acceptance is a big part

1. The trunk space Opened in April 2004, The Trunk Space is an all ages concert venue. They feature a wide range of musicians from different backgrounds and ages. Only original material is played here. If you are in a local band or musician, you may be able to book a gig there, simply by

[2min Read] Earlier this month, 20-year-old singer-songwriter Lorde released her second studio album, Melodrama. Highly anticipated from her last album Pure Heroine, Melodrama explores the powerful stages felt during a breakup. Lorde’s voice fits well with synthetic drum beats and intense piano, showing growth from her previous album. So far, this is the best pop

What can we say about Led Zeppelin’s “Stairway to Heaven” that hasn’t already been said? It’s an enormously influential song from Page & Plant, one that has inspired young guitarists everywhere to step up their game with acoustic and electric guitar playing.   The Internet has opened so many different ways to look at “Stairway

Throughout the course of our lives, many find solace in music. It can move you in ways nothing else can. Certain bands bring certain emotions to a person, and people interpret the thoughts of musicians in different ways. From listening to so much music in such a short amount of time, I frequently discover artists

Are you one of those music kids who wants to get into a band? If so, then taking bass lessons in Scottsdale might be the quickest route into a band. Solid, dependable bass players are always in demand in Phoenix music groups – a quick look at the Craigslist ads for bass players tell that

Learning how to play guitar really starts with the strings. Beginner guitarists need to know the difference between a high E and a low E string, and how to fit these into your musical foundation.   Our owner and lead instructor John walks us through the video below with a basic understanding of how open

Summer is a great time of year to slow down work activities, take vacations, and relax more in the warm sunshine. But summer is also a time when music students slow down their music practicing and rehearsing. But this is a practice we recommend against, as it could hurt the musical momentum that has been

By: SMA Student Veronica Fedri This year brings another batch of new and interesting music, but one of the most stand out artists of this year is Mac Demarco.  On May 5, 2017, his third studio album This Old Dog was released. The four singles off of this LP set the tone for the rest