The sun is out in full force, the AC is cranked to the max and the ringing of school bells has finally quieted. In other words, summer has officially begun! If you’re like most people, this means long drives to the lake with the windows rolled down, plane rides here and there to destination spots, […]
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To call yourself a true master of the ebony and ivory keys of a keyboard or piano, you must possess a certain set of skills. Top among that list of skills are things like the ability to keep time, a basic understanding of music theory, and a knack for sight reading. But, one essential trait
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Being a musician entails more than just taking music lessons in Phoenix or rocking out to your favorite jams at home. While much of a musician’s life involves nothing but an instrument and sheet music, another huge part of being a musician includes sharing your talents with others, usually in the form of concerts or
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When taking guitar lessons it’s important to have all of the right tools to help you succeed in your musical journey. For most, this involves choosing a quality guitar, signing up for guitar lessons in Scottsdale, and maybe adding in a metronome, guitar tuner, or amp – all of which are extremely vital to a
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So your child has expressed an interest in music – now what? If you think that enrolling them in a music program for kids is enough to help them succeed musically, you’re dead wrong. Whether you realize it or not, your child’s musical development begins and ends with you. Numerous studies have shown that parental
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Knowing how to play your favorite song is one huge advantage of being a musician. But even if you’ve been taking drum, guitar, or keyboard lessons in Scottsdale for years, chances are you probably can’t play your favorite tune by listening alone (at least not right away and not without some practice). Luckily, there’s an
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To a drummer, there’s no sweeter sound than the banging of drums, the clashing of cymbals, and the steady beat of a kick pedal in action. But to everyone else, the loud noise of drums can be irritating, especially when heard anywhere outside of a rock concert. Yet, to make it to that concert stage,
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At Scottsdale Music Academy we wholeheartedly believe in the power of music lessons. We know that all of our drum lessons, guitar lessons and vocal lessons in Scottsdale will pay off big time for our students. But don’t take our word for it. Just look to Leroy Miller who is an undeniable example of where
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Whether you’re a big time musician, a new convert or someone who’s been taking drum lessons in Phoenix for years, it’s inevitable that at one point or another in your musical journey you’ll find yourself in a musical rut. The truth is some days your heart just isn’t into it. On those days, every note
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There’s very little that a musician values as much as their instrument, except, of course, their cellphone…and for good reason. Cellphones not only help us stay connected on the go, they can also save us time, keep us up to date, and entertain us endlessly. But, for musicians, the benefits of cellphones don’t stop there.
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