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February 22, 2022Music News and Articles interesting music article, music, music article, music education, music learning, music study, musical explanations, playing music by admin

Dogs Love Reggae & Soft Rock!

Music affects dogs’ behavior. And according to a recent study conducted by the University of Glascow, dogs appear to prefer reggae and soft rock over other genres of music. Continue reading to find out why! —– Friday, February 22nd The Scottish SPCA and the University of Glasgow have published a paper which suggests music affects dogs’ behaviour. Within the study, researchers played a variety of music to dogs and assessed physiological and behavioural changes. Professor Neil Evans, in charge of […]

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, […]

February 4, 2022Uncategorized interesting music article, music education, music learning, musical explanations by admin

Why We Love Music

Researchers are discovering how music affects the brain, helping us make sense of its real emotional and social power. —– Friday, February 4th Music affects us in ways that other sounds don’t, and for years now, scientists have been wondering why. Now they are finally beginning to find some answers. Using fMRI technology, they’re discovering why music can inspire such powerful feelings and bind us so tightly to other people. “Music affects deep emotional centers in the brain, “ says […]

January 24, 2022Uncategorized music, music education, music learning, playing music by admin

How to Introduce Music to Young Children

With all the benefits that music offers, it’s no wonder that parents want to introduce their kids to music as early as possible. But, depending on the children’s age, fostering their love for music might not be as easy as you would think! So, today, we want to share a few tips on how to get youngsters interested in music. —– Tuesday, January 18th Here are a few pointers and tips to get your children interested in music: 1. Bring […]

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 28, 2021Uncategorized artist, interesting music article, music business, music education, music learning, music producer, music production, playing music by admin

Music Production Tips for Beginners

Here are five essential music production tips every amateur should know. If you are starting as a music producer or are interested in music production, these hacks will give you a jump start and a better idea of where you need to start in the music business. —– Monday, December 28th 1. Basic but essential gear As you know, we need to have some gear to get started in music and production. Of course, everybody will tell you that the […]

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 12, 2021Uncategorized after school, child development, music, music and children, music article, music education, music learning, parenting by admin

How to Spark Your Child’s Interest in Music

We all know how beneficial music can be for children from a creative, social, and even developmental point. But, sometimes, it can be hard to get our children interested in music. Luckily, there are many things we, as parents and teachers, can do to spark children’s interest in music, musical instruments, dance, and other related disciplines. — August 12th, 2021 Below are five easy ways to get children singing, dancing, and interested in music: 1. Encourage listening skills Getting children […]

July 14, 2021Uncategorized music, music degree, music education, music learning by admin

What can I do with a Music Degree?

As a music graduate, composing, performing, and teaching are just three of the ways you can develop your music career. There are many other things you can do with a music degree. — July 14th, 2021 There is a lot of valuable and insightful information out there, so let’s break it down for better understanding. Jobs directly related to your degree include: Music producer Music therapist Musician Private music teacher Secondary school teacher Sound designer Sound engineer Sound technician, broadcasting/film/video […]

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 […]

May 6, 2021Music Education music education, music excercises, music lessons, music tips, musical explanations, practice, practicing music by admin

Training Exercises to Help Develop Your Ear

A perfectly trained ear is one of the most significant assets you can have as a musician or artist. Yet, many musicians don’t take the time to develop their ear! Instead, they rely on other abilities such as technical proficiency, experience, and gear. But, you’ll feel a lot more confident if you don’t have to rely on them. — May 6th, 2021 Below we will share three exercises that can help you train and develop your ear. But, first thing’s […]

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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

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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

Dogs Love Reggae & Soft Rock!

Easy Ways To Optimize Your Music Practice

Why We Love Music

How to Introduce Music to Young Children

Easiest Instruments to Learn for Adults

The Words All Singers Need To Know

Music Production Tips for Beginners

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

How to Spark Your Child’s Interest in Music

What can I do with a Music Degree?

Learn About Measures in Music

Training Exercises to Help Develop Your Ear

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

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