Turn It Up: How to Start Your Musical Year Strong with Scottsdale Music Academy

As we roll into the final stretch of 2025, the Scottsdale Music Academy family is buzzing with energy, anticipation, and that unmistakable spark that comes when musicians are gearing up for something big. Last week, we talked about setting your musical goals for 2026, dreaming bigger, playing louder, and owning your unique sound. This week, […]

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The Role of Music in Building Patience and Gratitude

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Holidays have a way of slowing us down, whether we like it or not. We gather with family, pause from work, reflect on the year, and sit with the small (sometimes uncomfortable) spaces in between. And in those spaces, we’re asked to look inward. For families, it’s the recognition of growth, watching kids master a

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Student Spotlight

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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

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Keys to Making Practice Fun for Kids

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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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Music Lessons in Scottsdale That Actually Stick

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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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Why Summer’s the Best Time to Start Music Lessons (And Not for the Reason You Think)

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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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The benefits of learning an instrument

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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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7 Ways to Make Practice Fun for Your Child

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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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How to Market Yourself as a New Music Artist

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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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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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