Music News

Michael Zwiebach - January 6, 2012

Electronic keyboards have a wide range of uses. They are portable, they can be hooked up, via an industry-standard MIDI (musical instrument digital interface) to a computer for composition, recording, and signal-processing.

Michael Zwiebach - January 6, 2012

Consider the needs of the person(s) playing the piano in your house, but you should also think long term.

Sarah Sloan - January 6, 2012
Basia Bulat, Photo by John Benson
Photo by John Benson

One of the many crucial things a young singer must learn when developing good vocal tec

Lisa Petrie - January 6, 2012
How Can Wind Players Deal with Braces?
Are braces getting in the way?
Doris Fukawa - January 6, 2012
Crowden Music Day
Crowden Music Day

When children play in ensembles, they have individual responsibilities but also share the experience of making

Marianne Lipanovich - January 6, 2012
Lessons at CMC
Lessons at CMC

Finding the right teacher makes all the difference. Start by asking for recommendations from friends and family.

Jeff Kaliss - January 6, 2012
Matt at Keys for Kids Music Foundation
Matt at Keys for Kids Music Foundation

Praise, not punishment

Kids will push back if you try to force

Lisa Petrie - January 6, 2012

Children between the ages of 3 and 10 should have a parent present at both lessons and practice sessions.

Goran Berg - January 5, 2012

Parents of young children learning music are advised to be involved in their daily practice sessions.

Sarah Sloan - January 5, 2012

To belt or not to belt? This is often a controversial question within the singing community.