by Chris Salter | May 18, 2017 | Academy TidBits |
We all know that our favorite music makes us feel good, but many assume that the connection is just in their imaginations. The truth is, studies show that music actually can improve your health both mentally and physically in a number of ways. What follows are five...
by Vincent Miele | May 12, 2017 | Adult Learners |
Playing piano has often been shown to have a positive impact on the brain and even overall well being. Practicing piano not only reduces depression, but is also an excellent enhancement for aging individuals. Playing an instrument, especially the piano, requires a...
by Vincent Miele | Apr 27, 2017 | Adult Learners |
When I tell people I play the piano, the most common reply I hear is "Oh I've always wanted to play but..." Here's are the top-ten reasons that adults give for not becoming a musician- even though its their secret ambition. Read on for how to overcome these barriers...
by Vincent Miele | Apr 21, 2017 | Academy TidBits |
Should I Practice Between My Music Lessons? Assume you have weekly piano lessons. You have 6-7 days to revise the material covered in your lesson. If you do no practice how prepared will you feel for your next lesson? Suppose you have a lesson each fortnight: you will...
by Vincent Miele | Mar 17, 2017 | Songs |
"When Irish Eyes Are Smiling" is a lighthearted song in tribute to Ireland. Its lyrics were written by Chauncey Olcott and George Graff, Jr., set to music composed by Ernest Ball, for Olcott's production of The Isle O' Dreams, and Olcott sang the song in the show. It...
by Chris Salter | Mar 5, 2017 | Special Needs |
Update: December 2016 Jed as come a long way. As many of our fans recall, Jed was born with severe mental challenges. He couldn't walk until he was 4. He didn't say his first words until he was 6. And at 7, he couldn't even do a 4 piece puzzle. Then his mom May came...
