Why Music Lessons Might Be the Most Underrated Confidence Move You’ll Ever Make

When most people think of music lessons, they imagine scales, sheet music, and classical recitals. But here’s the truth no one talks about: learning an instrument isn’t just about playing notes – it’s about taking up space, owning your voice, and doing something bold. At Scottsdale Music Academy, we’ve watched students of all ages transform […]

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Why Music Lessons Are a Great Summer Activity

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Summer can be a great time to relax, take time away from work or school and even acquire new skills. Especially in Arizona, beating the heat is a must and sometimes it seems like there are limited possibilities that allow you to do that. Here at Scottsdale Music Academy, we believe that music lessons are

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Things to Consider When Offered a Spot on a Tour

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For musicians of all kinds, being offered a spot on a tour, whether it is with an opener or a headliner, can be a dream come true. This means that you will finally get to play live music for new audiences every night, see new places and get to experience life on the road. Even

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Things to Keep in Mind Before Starting Music Lessons

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Starting music lessons can be a big step in anyone’s life because it means that you are about to embark on the journey of finding a new hobby and possibly a passion you will carry for the rest of your life. There are definitely some things you should think about when it comes to taking

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Must-Have Accessories for Drummers

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When people think of drummers and their gear, their first thoughts may often jump to the basics. This includes a full kit and sticks. What some may not realize is that there is an abundance of interesting and essential gear out there for drummers to own and try. Whether that means gear for actually playing

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Buying Your First Drum Set

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Drummers are one of the most important components of any band and learning the drums is arguably the best way to learn and increase your rhythmic skills. If you are a beginner musician and looking to learn the drums, buying your first kit can be very overwhelming. Luckily, buying your first drum set doesn’t have

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Simple Tricks to Improve Your Rhythm When Learning Drums

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Being able to play in time is an essential part of being a drummer. This incorporates both one’s rhythm and sense of pace within a song or even a practice exercise. Don’t let it get you down if your rhythm feels off when you are first learning the drums, the drums can be very difficult

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Why Music Lessons Might Be the Most Underrated Confidence Move You’ll Ever Make

Why Music Lessons Are a Great Summer Activity

Things to Consider When Offered a Spot on a Tour

Things to Keep in Mind Before Starting Music Lessons

Must-Have Accessories for Drummers

Buying Your First Drum Set

Simple Tricks to Improve Your Rhythm When Learning Drums