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November 13, 2017Music News and Articles article, benefits of music, child development, guitar, guitar benefits, guitarist, instruments, interesting music article, music instruments, musical explanations, playing music, trends by admin

8 Reasons Why Playing Guitar is Good for Your Well-being

From strengthening your mental health to boosting your creativity and confidence find out why playing the guitar helps your health. — November 13, 2017 1. Playing guitar is a form of therapy The benefits of music therapy are becoming ever more apparent, with schools, charities and health organizations using playing the guitar to manage a person’s stress, enhance their memory, improve their communication and motor skills, and to help them feel more able to cope with life. Guitarists have long […]

November 10, 2017Music News and Articles article, interesting music article, music, music article, music facts, music learning, music trends, musical, playing music, top 10, trends by admin

The World’s 10 Most Unusual Music Instruments

Most aspiring musicians pick up traditional instruments such as the piano, violin or guitar. But others consider those instruments as “too mainstream.” — November 10, 2017 Here is a list of some of the most unusual musical instruments ever created, including some you probably never heard of before: 10. Loophonium The marriage of a euphonium and a lavatory. It was made for a concert of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra on April Fools’ Day 1960, at which the instrument was played. The […]

Ed Sheeran, Wretch 32 and Florence + The Machine have all got something in common – each of them made their radio debuts after uploading songs to BBC Music Introducing. Now, it is the turn of a ‘new generation’ that includes Blossoms, Declan McKenna and Nao. — November 7, 2017 The service – a UK-wide initiative for unsigned acts – turned ten years old this month, and celebrated with a massive gig at the O2 Academy in Brixton, south London. […]

October 25, 2017Piano - Sheet Music, Piano Exercises - Daily Practice article, children, chords for piano, music, music article, music instruments, music learning, musical, piano chords and lyrics, playing music, School by admin

5 Easy Pop Songs to Play On Piano

Playing your favorite songs on the piano doesn’t have to be difficult. Start out with songs you enjoy and build from there. — October 25, 2017 Here are five easy pop songs to play on piano for beginners! All About That Bass” – Meghan Trainor This is a fun, chart-topping song. The chords to this are A – Bmin – E – A. Each of these chords is played for two bars and the entire progression is eight bars. The […]

October 23, 2017Music News apple, article, interesting music article, ipod, music, musical, national ipod day, playing music, steve jobs, technology, trends by admin

16 Years Ago Today, Apple Unveiled the Original iPod

Today marks the 16th anniversary of the debut of the first iPod, which was introduced by Apple on October 23, 2001. Then Apple CEO Steve Jobs stood on stage at the Apple Town Hall in Cupertino and showed off a device that could fit in a pocket but hold an entire music library. — October 23, 2017 The first-generation iPod, which Apple advertised with the tagline “1,000 songs in your pocket,” was a rectangle-shaped device with a 5GB 1.8-inch hard […]

October 10, 2017Music Education article, drummer, drums, instruments, interesting music article, music, music education, music tips, musical, playing music, tips by admin

Time Tested Practice Tips For Drummers

Drumming requires a certain amount of practice before you can thoroughly enjoy its benefits. But you can minimize the pain by maximizing the results. Here are a few ideas. — October 9, 2017 1. Prepare Your Practice Space The sound of drumming isn’t conducive to fostering good relations with your neighbors, so unless you plan on moving shortly, it’s a good idea to do everything you can to reduce the noise level in your practice studio. Some solutions are strikingly […]

October 2, 2017Music Education, Music News and Articles article, bullying, bullying prevention, child development, children, interesting music article, music articles, musical, musical explanations, playing music, psychology, research, School by admin

Bullying: What Can Music Teachers Do?

This article examines intervention strategies music teachers can implement to combat bullying. Students enrolled in music ensembles may experience outsider status within the school community as a whole, thus contributing to heightened vulnerability and victimization. — October 2, 2017 In 2007, Texas Monthly magazine published an article chronicling the experiences of high school musicians competing for positions in Texas all-state ensembles. Many music educators were simultaneously delighted and a bit uncomfortable as they read the article. On the one hand, […]

September 28, 2017Music News and Articles article, college, health, healthy, interesting music article, music articles, musical, playing music, psychology, research, science, studying by admin

Should You Listen to Music While You Study?

Headphones can seem like a ‘must-have’ in a college library, a function of responsible students’ attempts to isolate themselves from the conversations and noises around them. However, another form of distraction may be coming right up those cables. — September 28, 2017 “Music with lyrics is very likely to have a problematic effect when you’re writing or reading,” said Clifford Nass, a professor at Stanford University. “Probably less of an effect on math, if you’re not using the language parts […]

August 30, 2017Music News and Articles article, gangnam, gangnam style, interesting music article, music, music articles, music business, music video, playing music, records, trends, video, youtube by admin

Gangnam Style is No Longer the Most-Played Video on YouTube

The South Korean megahit had been the site’s most-played clip for the last five years. But, Psy’s Gangnam Style is no longer the most-watched video on YouTube. — August 30, 2017 The surreal video became so popular that it “broke” YouTube’s play counter, exceeding the maximum possible number of views (2,147,483,647), and forcing the company to rewrite its code. But the song has now been overtaken by another music video – Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth’s See You Again. The […]

Neurologists at the University of Washington have just developed a hands-free, thought-controlled musical instrument — no movement required! — August 28, 2017 There are some fantastic examples of how smart electroencephalography (EEG) interfaces can allow people to control everything from drones to prosthetic limbs using their thoughts. A brainwave-reading musical instrument could help empower and rehab patients with motor disabilities. Its creators hope the technology can be used to help enable and rehab patients who have motor disabilities, resulting from stroke, spinal […]

August 26, 2017Music News and Articles article, edm, electronic music, interesting music article, music, music news, music subgenres, musical, playing music, rap, trap by admin

12 Wacky Music Sub-Genres

These days it seems like every artist is creating their own genre. This idea sent us on a search to discover the 12 strangest genre names. Some are legitimate, others…not so much. Either way this list will leave you scratching your head and perhaps find you some new tunes! — August 26, 2017 1. Heaven Trap Slander was the first to use this sub-genre to describe their uplifting sound over 808 beats. But Heaven Trap? C’mon, that’s a stretch. 2. […]

August 2, 2017Music Education adultd, article, chords and lyrics, instruments, interesting music article, music article, music instruments, music news, music study, playing music, students by admin

How to Choose a Musical Instrument to Play

Many adults would like to learn to play a musical instrument, but are intimidated by the prospect — where to start? Before you can learn a new musical instrument, you have to pick the instrument. The good news is that in a lot of ways, it’s simpler to pick an instrument as an adult. — August 2, 2017 Here’s How: What kind of music do you like? This seems like an obvious point, but think it through: if you prefer […]

July 27, 2017Music Education article, chords and lyrics, interesting music article, music, music instruments, music learning, music posts, musical explanations, piano chords and lyrics, playing music, records by admin

5 Steps to Start Writing Lyrics

If you’ve never written lyrics before, it can be overwhelming to imagine where to start. Most times bringing structure and tools into the mix helps delve into lyric writing. — July 27, 2017 Below five clear and simple steps that will help you through the creative process: 1. Start with what you want to say. Get familiar with journaling using your senses. Taste, touch, sight, sound, smell, and movement are descriptors that help bring your listener into an experience of a […]

July 6, 2017Music Education article, benefits of music, child development, children, instruments, interesting music article, music, music education, music therapy, musical explanations, playing music by admin

How Kids Who Play Instruments Benefit

A music curriculum is an important component of a well-rounded education. Many benefits come from mastering a new skill, such as learning to play an instrument, in particular for children. — July 6, 2017 Stephanie Stein Crease, author of “Music Lessons: Guide Your Child to Play a Musical Instrument (and Enjoy It!” believes that when your child plays a musical instrument, he/she receives the multiple benefits of becoming musically talented (no matter what instrument he chooses). A few of these […]

March 28, 2017Music News, Music News and Articles, Music Video film, music articles, music trends, musical explanations, playing music by admin

‘The Art of Listening’

We wanted to share with you ‘The Art of Listening’ a film documentary created by Michael Coleman and Emmanuel Moran that brilliantly narrates the journey music takes to reach a listener’s ear. It is an “invitation for music fans to rediscover the intricacies and details available in their favorite recordings” – and a must-watch in our list! — March 28, 2017 The Art of Listening is a documentary film about the journey music takes to reach a listener’s ear, from […]

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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

2016-10-06T01:13:27-07:00

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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16 Years Ago Today, Apple Unveiled the Original iPod

Time Tested Practice Tips For Drummers

Bullying: What Can Music Teachers Do?

Should You Listen to Music While You Study?

Gangnam Style is No Longer the Most-Played Video on YouTube

New Instrument Let’s You Create Music By Thinking About It

12 Wacky Music Sub-Genres

How to Choose a Musical Instrument to Play

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How Kids Who Play Instruments Benefit

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