Here are some suggestions for gifts for the student musician in your life! Music stand -a MUST for every woodwind, brass, percussion, strings student. Wide range of choices and prices from inexpensive fold-up stand, to black Wenger or Manhasset (serviceable & standard) to decorative, hand-made stands that are wooden and works of art! https://www.musichouseshop.com/store/music-stands-of-all-styles.html www.misterstandman.com/thestnds.htm Intermediate…
With wind instruments, it is very important to clean them regularly. In addition after illness, I suggest that mouthpieces are sterilized and the whole instrument sterilized if possible. Here is an article that speaks to this health concern!
If your band student is doing well, it may be time to step up to a better instrument. Having a better instrument is very motivational and encouraging! Piccolo–suitable for marching band and concert band Flutes-it is important to have a “B foot” joint and also open holes (French) model. The more solid silver you…
Hi! Many students today are fascinated by the technology that permeates our daily lives! I am sure that every parent would like their student’s interaction with technology to be meaningful as well as enjoyable. For music students there are many apps that are terrific for learning instruments. My favorites all use iPad. Ipad mini iPad…
Hi! In a world where there are as many instrument brands and options as there are cars, it can be confusing to select a brand and model for your student! I have 30 years of experience as an instrumental music teacher (BAND) and would like to share my preferences with you. My selections are based…