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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From SMA Student To Dasha’s Guitarist

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This month, we had one of those full-circle moments that remind us why we do what we do. Grady Byrne, a longtime student of SMA founder John Davis, rolled back into town as the guitarist for rising country star Dasha during her stop at Wild Horse Pass in Chandler, AZ. It’s one thing to watch

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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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Ways to Amplify Your Acoustic Guitar

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If you have a pickup in your acoustic guitar, then you may be wondering what is the best way to put that pickup to use for live shows, practice or something similar. There are a variety of ways to amplify your acoustic guitar and some ways work better for different situations and musicians. Finding the

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Student Spotlight: Camden Z

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsoXtJKT5KM SMA: How old are you? Camden: How old are you? 9 SMA: How long have you been taking guitar lessons at the Scottsdale Music Academy? Camden: 3 years SMA: Who is your guitar instructor? Camden: John Davis SMA: What type of music do you enjoy playing the most on your guitar? Camden: Rock/Metal SMA:

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Music Lessons: 4 Tips for Sticking with It

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It can be easy to get discouraged when learning something new, especially when it comes to music. You might feel like you’re not progressing as quickly as you’d like, or that you’re not “talented” enough. But don’t give up! With practice and perseverance, you can improve your musical skills. Here are a few tips for

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New and Interesting Acoustic Guitars to Try

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If you are in the market for a new acoustic guitar but you want to try something different, there are all kinds of acoustics out there to shop around for. There are hybrid guitars, travel guitars, lap steel guitars and so much more. Each of these instruments are very versatile in their own ways and

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Guitar Techniques for Beginners

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When you first start to play the guitar or you are continuing to progress as a player, there are endless things to learn. Although it may seem overwhelming, taking things one step at a time can be a great help in managing your time when practicing the guitar. This is especially true for learning new guitar

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