Great resources from Susan Paradis!
Piano Dustbusters App
A free App - how great is that?! Try the PIANO DUSTBUSTER for fun. They also take requests for more songs.
An inefficient form of entertainment
The Piano Guys have done it again- Always an interesting presentation of music!
How Can I Help My Child Be Successful in Music Lessons?
"This is How You Can Help Your Child Be Successful in Music Lessons! 1. Provide a good in-tune home instrument - We’ve blogged about this before, but having a decent instrument at home is paramount to the success of your kid’s music lessons. Without a way to properly practice at home, your child will feel … Continue reading How Can I Help My Child Be Successful in Music Lessons?
If it ain’t got that swing….
Duke Ellington wrote the following: "What good is melody? What good is music? If it ain't possessing something sweet..... It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that swing". How true this is. Music without rhythm just doesn't cut it! You can listen to the music on YouTube
600 students and staff doing the cup song
A great summer activity as a summer camp or rainy day family fun!
THE PARETO PRINCIPLE
Have you heard of this? The general idea is that 80% of our results will come from 20% of our efforts. Put in a music student's terms - 80% of your progress comes from 20% of the time you spend practicing. Spending extra time on trouble spots or new technical difficulties will speed up your … Continue reading THE PARETO PRINCIPLE
Symphony Pro 3.0 (in context with Notion)
TabletNotation App - Imagine writing your music on the go!!
Prizes Galore!!
What a great prize list – something for everyone! Taking part in the fund raiser for Camp Quality is fun for all. Bring your pledges and hand in before the concert to receive your prizes. Pianissimo is the first level. Raise between $14-$24.99 to receive a $ 5- $9 gift item.- Camp Quality bag with … Continue reading Prizes Galore!!
Camp Quality Fund Raising
"Lifting the spirits of children with cancer." Camp Quality is a non-profit, volunteer organization which provides a year-round support program for children with cancer and their families. We have decided that this spring is a great time to support this wonderful organization for needy children. Music students participating in this fund drive have pledged to … Continue reading Camp Quality Fund Raising