At Scottsdale Music Academy, we love keeping up with our alumni and hearing how music continues to shape their lives. Recently, we caught up with Brett Striztch, a guitarist, songwriter, and member of the band Cuttlefish, to talk about his journey with music, his biggest inspirations, and where he’s headed next. When did you first […]
If you’ve ever asked your child to practice piano, guitar, or any instrument, you probably know the struggle: they start out excited, but before long, practice can feel like a chore. The truth is, practice doesn’t have to be boring, it can actually be fun, motivating, and something they look forward to. Here are a
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Let’s face it, plenty of people start music lessons and drop out. Not because they don’t love music, but because the experience wasn’t built for them. At Scottsdale Music Academy, we’re not here to force you through another round of “Hot Cross Buns.” We’re here to help YOU (or your kids) actually enjoy learning music,
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Most people treat summer like a break from routines. We treat it like a blank canvas. At Scottsdale Music Academy, summer isn’t about “keeping kids busy” or “staying productive.” It’s about starting something new, something fun, personal, and totally yours. Because let’s be real: summer is when the pressure’s off. The schedules loosen. And that’s exactly
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Learning an instrument can provide a sense of accomplishment, relieve stress and anxiety, and boost confidence. Playing an instrument requires concentration and focus, which can help to distract from anxious thoughts. The act of learning something new can also help to increase self-confidence. Furthermore, playing music is a creative outlet that can help to reduce
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Practice is an important part of any activity, but it can be tedious for some children. We all know that making practice fun is important. But we can use different techniques to make practice enjoyable and keep your child motivated. Some ways to make practice fun are to use games, set goals, or use a
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If you are new to the world of music or are looking for a way to break into the scene as a music artist, then you may have wondered what is the best way to market yourself as a new artist. For many new artists, it can be quite challenging to get your name out
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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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