One of the hardest things about music lessons isn’t getting kids to improve.It’s helping parents see the improvement while it’s happening. Because the truth is: progress in music is often invisible. Week after week, real growth is happening inside the lesson room. Confidence is building. Coordination is improving. Timing is sharpening. Small breakthroughs are stacking […]
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Good news comes to those who practice! One of our Scottsdale Music Academy guitar and band coaching students is Grady Byrne, and he’s received great news recently in his quest to further his academic studies and his musical career. Grady has accepted an academic scholarship to study for a music major at Belmont University in
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Taking lessons at Scottsdale Music Academy means you get to decide the direction you would like to go with your music. With the guidance of a seasoned instructor learning the music you want to learn is fun and easy. But don’t just take our word for it. Listen to what Shane has to say about
When learning how to sing—either through voice lessons or on your own—you’ll probably stumble across a technique called “voice vibrato.” Voice vibrato is a powerful skill that all singers should know how to properly execute. Although it may sound like an advanced skill designed to be used only by seasoned pros, voice vibrato is actually
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So, you think you know everything there is to know about music? You’re convinced you know your music facts inside and out? Well, think again, my friend! When it comes to the wondrous world of music, there’s more than meets the eye…or rather ear. To help you fully appreciate the phenomenon that is music, we’ve
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Top 10 Reasons Why Your Child Should Take Music Lessons at Scottsdale Music Academy 1- It’s Fun!! There are many reasons to get your child involved in music at an early age but there is no better reason than allowing them to have FUN! At Scottsdale Music Academy, that is our #1 priority! It has
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If you’ve ever dreamt of playing the guitar and rocking out in front of millions, you’re not alone. Guitars are one of the most popular instruments in the world and are loved by both young and old alike. Stars like Jimi Hendrix, Elvis Presley, and Taylor Swift have all made their bread and butter thanks
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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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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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LIVE, EAT, AND BREATHE MUSIC AT SCOTTSDALE MUSIC ACADEMY Whew! What a whirlwind of a ride these last few months have been. I can hardly believe it’s already November, and we’re still in full swing. We’ve got our schedule filled with music lessons, student rock concerts, and even a FREE drum clinic with our drumming
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