Taking piano lessons not only teaches children how to read and play music; new research is showing that piano lessons actually raise a child's IQ. If you're considering enrolling your child in piano lessons, you have probably considered the cost of the lessons and perhaps the cost of a piano for your home. However, it's important to also be aware of the following costs that parents with piano-playing children generally incur:
When you're first getting started with learning a musical instrument, you may not want to invest in a brand new, professional instrument. Thankfully, it's often easy to buy a used student instrument without spending an arm and a leg. Here are some tips on how to buy a used musical instrument. Choose a Good Source There are a few sources where you can find used musical instruments without paying the high prices of a dedicated music store.
If you are a parent, you may be considering piano lessons for your child. There is usually a cost associated with the lessons, but good musical training is priceless. Here are a few benefits of piano lessons for children: Strong Musical Foundation If your child learns piano, he or she can easily learn additional instruments. Basic knowledge of sheet music and rhythm are foundational to musical training and are both taught during piano lessons.
Many people go through phases in life where they want to be in a rock band. So, they buy a guitar and intend to take guitar lessons so they can learn how to play it. While rock stardom may not necessarily happen from learning to play the guitar, it can still be an enriching experience. Here are three reasons you should start playing the guitar. 1. Entertainment value. Imagine you are at a party, or even a wedding, and the entertainment has failed to show up.
In a month, my husband and I will celebrate our eleventh wedding anniversary. I can’t believe we’ve been married for so many years. One of my favorite aspects about our wedding ceremony was the music. I selected two country tunes and a religious song to be sung at our wedding. A couple from my dad’s church sang the religious song beautifully while my cousin’s husband sang one of the country song’s perfectly. I sang the other country song to my groom. On this blog, I hope you will discover some tips for picking the perfect musical selections for an upcoming, important event. Enjoy!