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March 31, 2022Music Education music, music article, music education, music learning, playing music by admin

5 Reasons You Should Take Up a Musical Instrument

Learning to play a musical instrument has many advantages – building your confidence, improving your memory, or broadening your social circle. Here are some reasons you should consider taking up a musical instrument. — Wednesday, March 31st 1. Playing an instrument makes you smarter! Many studies show a correlation between musical training and academic success in children and adults. Consequently, we can say that learning to play an instrument stimulates the brain, improving functions like memory and abstract reasoning skills. […]

March 22, 2022Music Education music education, music lessons, music study, music theory, musical explanations by admin

Tricks to Help You Read Notes

We know almost every music theory teacher (and student) has his or her mnemonic to remember the order of the notes on a staff. Today, we want to share a few more that you can use to help keep things straight! —– Tuesday, March 22nd Let’s dive right into it! Notes found on the lines of the treble staff, starting with the first line and moving up to the top (fifth) line read E, G, B, D, and F, or: […]

March 16, 2022Music Education, Music News, songwriting music, music learning, musical, playing music, songwriter, songwriting, writing music, writing songs by admin

Tips for Writing Memorable Songs

Many talented songwriters use these six techniques to write memorable songs. Thus, if songwriting is something you are passionate about, keep reading! —– Wednesday, March 16th Here, we share six practical tips when composing new music and lyrics: 1. Compose a catchy melody Millions of songs share the same three- and four-chord progressions. And, more often than not, that is why a melody gets stuck in our heads. Successful melodies usually move in stepwise motion (up or down either a […]

February 16, 2022Music Education, Music News and Articles interesting music article, music, music education, music practice, playing music by admin

Easy Ways To Optimize Your Music Practice

As we slowly re-group and get back to our routine, we want to share some valuable tips to make the best out of your practice time! These tips are helpful for anyone who plays an instrument or sings. —– Friday, February 16th 1. Find somewhere quiet Practicing in a quiet place will prevent you from surrendering to all sorts of distractions, but creating a particular practice area, whether it’s a specific room or just a corner of the living room, […]

January 18, 2022Music Education learning music, music education, music learning, musical instrument by admin

Easiest Instruments to Learn for Adults

The myth that you need to pursue music lessons early in life has kept many people from exploring their musical skills. The good news is that it’s never too late to learn! Here, we share some of the easiest-to-learn instruments (ford adults.) —– Tuesday, January 18th We often get asked: what is the easiest instrument to play? And the truth is there is no straight answer. It varies based on your skill level, background, and preferences. Nonetheless, if you want […]

January 14, 2022Music Education, Uncategorized interesting music article, music education, musical explanations, singers, singing techniques, vocal excercises, vocalists, vocalizing by admin

The Words All Singers Need To Know

Have you found yourself confused by the technical terms used when talking about singing? Or have you heard a singer or coach use a unique technique and not know the name? Today, we’ll share six standard technical terms to familiarize yourself. —– Friday, January 14th 1. Belting Belting is a compelling way of singing, using the chest register to create a raw, down-to-earth sound. Nevertheless, it is easy to get carried away and force the sound out from the chest […]

December 9, 2021Music Education, Music News and Articles, Uncategorized interesting music article, musical, musical explanations, performing, playing music, singing, singing hacks, singing practices, singing tips by admin

What Vocalists Should and Shouldn’t Eat Before Performing

We all know that our body requires fuel to function, and food is fuel! But which foods and beverages can harm your vocal cords, and which ones can help you sing better? Keep on reading! —– Thursday, December 9th Here are some quick tips on food and drinks you should and should not eat before singing. What to Eat & Drink Eating these foods a few hours before your show will help you relax and give your best. Also, a […]

December 1, 2021Music Education, Music News children music, music, music education, music learning, music tv shows, musical explanations, playing music by admin

Television Shows That Teach Music To Kids

TV offers fun, exciting, and educational ways for children to encounter music. TV is always a great place to start, whether that means sing-along shows, musical drama, humorous music programs, or on-air lessons for kids who want to learn music basics! —– Wednesday, December 1st Today, we want to share five great television shows that help us teach music to kids while keeping them interested and entertained: Fraggle Rock This show, called “FR” by its fans, is a joint production […]

November 9, 2021Music Education music education, music learning, music practice, musical, singing, singing tips, vocal cords, vocal excercises by admin

Five Tips to Keep Your Voice Healthy

We want to discuss a great article we came across while looking for tips and exercises to keep our vocal cords healthy. Here, Dr. Wendy LeBorgne, voice pathologist and singing voice specialist, shares some exciting tips. So, we wanted to share the most relevant with you to help you take care of one of the most valuable instruments we have: our voice! — November 9th, 2021 1. Train your voice and body just like an athlete trains their body! Learn […]

October 1, 2021Music Education music, music article, music education, music learning, music news by admin

Music From Around the World

The world is filled with different types of Music because it is filled with different kinds of people. But, have you ever wondered how many music genres and styles are there? — October 1st, 2021 A complete list of musical genres worldwide is nearly impossible to create because there is no universally accepted way of categorizing types of Music. Nevertheless, these are the top recorded music genres in the world: Classical Country Electronic dance music (EDM) Hip-hop Indie rock Jazz […]

August 26, 2021Music Education music, music education, music learning, musical explanations, playing music by admin

Basic Music Theory Terms You Need To Know

Learning music theory is not always easy, especially when you have words you cannot remember. But, once you get the hang of specific terms, your music theory learning journey will be smooth as silk! — August 26th, 2021 Musicradar.com published a Music Theory Glossary with the essential terms, and so we took the liberty of choosing ten terms we believe are indispensable when learning music theory for the first time. 1. Ascending Rising in pitch or going up the piano keyboard […]

August 6, 2021Music Education, Music News, Music News and Articles by admin

The ‘Mozart Effect’

Studies suggest that listening to classical music can improve your hearing, spatial reasoning skills, and even general intelligence. But is there any truth in the ‘Mozart Effect’? And can it make your baby smarter? Below, we’ll share different views based on scientific studies. — August 2nd, 2021 First things first, what is the ‘Mozart Effect’? The ‘Mozart Effect’ was first reported in 1993 by scientists at the University of California, who asked individuals to listen to Mozart’s sonata for two […]

July 29, 2021Music Education, Music News and Articles drums, music, music hacks, music learning, music lessions, music tips, playing the drums by admin

Drum Practice Tips – To Live By!

Learning to play the drums is no easy task. It is one of the musical instruments that require more discipline, commitment, and overall patience. The truth is, there are no shortcuts if you want to become an exceptional drummer! Nevertheless, specific tips of what (and how) you should practice can go a long way. — July 29th, 2021 Today we want to share some very effective ways to practice and learn to play drums, as explained by Marc Dicciani, a […]

June 8, 2021Music Education, Music News and Articles fun music lessons, improv lessons, improvising, music, music article, music learning, music lessons by admin

Tips for Learning to Improvise Music

Learning to improvise is a long-term mission that will push you to your musical limits! You’ll need to be armed with some tips, hacks, and strategies to make sure you are continually improving. — June 8th, 2021 Know the basics Before you can make use of any tactical tips, you need to have covered the basics. There is no point in learning shortcuts and accelerators if you do not have the fundamentals. Begin with learning the basics of improvisation and […]

June 7, 2021Music Education music education, music learning, music lessons, music practice, music theory, musical explanations by admin

Learn About Measures in Music

When a composer writes a symphony or song, they break down the piece of music into more manageable subdivisions. The smallest of those subdivisions are known as musical measures or musical bars. Below we’ll talk a bit about those measures what they are important, how to read them, and more! — June 7th, 2021 When a musician writes a symphony or song, they break down the music into more manageable subclasses. The smallest of those subdivisions are called musical measures […]

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I love how Marcos lets me learn so many songs, not just one!

I love how Marcos lets me learn so many songs, not just one! I like how he gives me compliments.…

Julia, age 8

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Julia, age 8

I love how Marcos lets me learn so many songs, not just one! I like how he gives me compliments. It’s really fun when Marcos does the bass clef with the left hand and I get to make up my own song that goes with it for a warm up. It’s fun because I get to make up my own songs. I love the sound of the piano!

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I really like that we get to pick what songs we want to learn in Marcos’s guitar class

I really like that we get to pick what songs we want to learn in Marcos’s guitar class. I also…

Mikey, age 12

2016-10-06T01:19:06-07:00

Mikey, age 12

I really like that we get to pick what songs we want to learn in Marcos’s guitar class. I also love that he is compassionate and lets us progress at our own pace. Marcos knows EVERYTHING about instruments, and I’m glad he can share some of it with me. I’m glad that I get to learn how to read, write, and play music for the guitar. It is a lot of fun when Marcos and I play the guitar together!

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I highly recommend 123 Rock to anyone looking for a music teacher!

Both of my children love their music lessons with Marcos. They look forward to their music lessons each week and…

- Angie, parent

2016-10-06T01:20:25-07:00

- Angie, parent

Both of my children love their music lessons with Marcos. They look forward to their music lessons each week and come home eager to practice their new pieces. I especially love that he teaches them to compose their own pieces and inspires their musical creativity. Marcos is always positive and encouraging with my children, and he has a knack for bringing out their best. I highly recommend 123 Rock to anyone looking for a music teacher!

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123 Rock studio is an inspiring place to make music

Marcos Moscat is a talented musician and instructor. His approach to teaching is kind and respectful. He encourages his students…

Nancy-Jean Pement, parent

2016-10-06T01:21:23-07:00

Nancy-Jean Pement, parent

Marcos Moscat is a talented musician and instructor. His approach to teaching is kind and respectful. He encourages his students to study music that appeals to them. By attending to the interests of each student, Marcos is a master at nurturing student engagement. Our son, Jackson, has been taking lessons for over two years. Jackson is proud of his accomplishments at the piano and he enjoys the time he spends with his teacher. Both Marcos and Isabel are warm and […]

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Music Education

5 Reasons You Should Take Up a Musical Instrument

Tricks to Help You Read Notes

Tips for Writing Memorable Songs

Easy Ways To Optimize Your Music Practice

Easiest Instruments to Learn for Adults

The Words All Singers Need To Know

What Vocalists Should and Shouldn’t Eat Before Performing

Television Shows That Teach Music To Kids

Five Tips to Keep Your Voice Healthy

Music From Around the World

Basic Music Theory Terms You Need To Know

The ‘Mozart Effect’

Drum Practice Tips – To Live By!

Tips for Learning to Improvise Music

Learn About Measures in Music

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I love how Marcos lets me learn so many songs, not just one!

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123 Rock studio is an inspiring place to make music

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