A Rewards Program Like No Other All music fans know that learning how to play an instrument or being able to confidently call yourself a musician is full of intangible rewards, but Scottsdale Music Academy is making the process even sweeter by offering our students a chance to earn real rewards through our new rewards […]
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For hikers, it’s all about the view; for bungee jumpers, it’s the rush; and for guitar players, it’s sound above all else. So what’s needed for a guitar player to reach that next level, sought after sound? Well, apart from frequent guitar lessons in Scottsdale, regular guitar care and maintenance, and proper guitar strings, there’s
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Songwriting Workshop: Learn How to Write a Song in 4 Weeks Have you ever heard a song on the radio and thought: I could come up with something better than that…I just need to know how to write a song. Well, now you’re in luck! Scottsdale Music Academy is thrilled to announce the launch of
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Introducing Student Style — A Free Weekly Music Lesson Move over, Oprah. There’s a new gift-giving fairy in town! As if our customized and captivating music lessons in Scottsdale, which include everything from bass to drums to vocals (just to name a few) aren’t amazing all on their own, here’s yet another reason for you
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Drum Kit Setup: Is a Standard Layout Right For You? In a previous blog post, we discussed what rules to follow when buying your first drum set, but when it comes to basic drum kit setup, there really are no concrete rules. How you choose to set up your drum kit is entirely up to
In between all of the guitar lessons, practice sessions and time spent browsing online sheet music, some guitarists may forget to care for their guitar, or worse yet,
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If you’ve finally caved and let your child learn how to play the drums (or perhaps decided to live out your own rockstar dreams), there’s no denying that you’ll need to invest in a drum set at some point or another. Even if you’ve signed your child up for drum lessons in Phoenix, they’ll need to practice
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Almost every human activity can now be done virtually thanks to modern technology. Things like dating, working, and even medical checkups can be achieved simply by logging onto a computer screen. The digital craze has seeped into every aspect of our daily lives and transformed industries big and small, including music. For instance, in the
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Nothing is more exciting than when you first learn how to play the guitar, drums, or instrument of any kind. There’s an intense rush of energy that comes with picking up an instrument for the first time or mastering your first piece during your keyboard, bass, or guitar lessons in Scottsdale. While being a beginning
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Contrary to what you might see on American Idol or The Voice, singing sensations aren’t made overnight. To be able to belt out songs like Carrie Underwood or Kelly Clarkson, you need to put in the work. This involves constant hours of practice, proper vocal training, and everyday vocal care. But to really consider yourself
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