This is an old-as-can-be tradition, and that is the reason you must write your music out on paper. We know you’re going to do it anyway, that is use your computer software to write music, but writing with a pencil and manuscript paper is the best way for you to retain what you study and…

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Wynton Marsalis, “12 Ways to Practice” Published in the Education Digest | Sept 1996   1. Seek out instruction: Find an experienced teacher who knows what you should be doing. A good teacher will help you understand the purpose of practicing and can teach you ways to make practicing easier and more productive. 2. Write…

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Parades have begun! We know this is an excited time for the city, enjoy yourself and be safe. Just as a reminder, please be sure to let your teacher(s) know if you will miss a lesson due to the parade schedules, in advance, so we can arrange an alternative day/time for you to come in.…

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Please forgive this long post: February 2nd, 2018 is a day that the School of Music and its course was changed forever! The fire in the complex in which the School of Music was located, engulfed the building, and shut us down from teaching music. We would NOT be denied our mission!!!! My wife Rachel…

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