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7 Vocal Audition Tips You Won't Want to Miss

Have you been considering auditioning for your school’s musical or do you want that lead part for your community theater? Are you trying to feel prepared the next time a talent competition sweeps ...

Struggling with Performance Anxiety? Check Out These Tips ASAP!

No matter how skilled of a musician you are or how many times you’ve played a show, it is perfectly normal to get the jitters prior to going out on stage. However, if you find that this nervousnes...

8 Good Piano Playing Habits Every Student Should Know

The piano is one of the most popular instruments in the world and serves as a staple in many different genres and styles of music. It is a versatile instrument that can really change the whole dyn...

Getting to Know “Dead by Dawn”

Band Members pictured left to right: Jake Ravenscroft, Julian Hoskins, Audrey Baughman (teacher), Carter Hagen, Nate Singer, Noah Holt (not pictured: Rylan Cobos) Meet ‘Dead by Dawn’ — six talent...

Want to Write Memorable Music? 6 Songwriting Tips You Have to Check Out

One of the biggest goals and aspirations for many musicians is to write their own music. Obviously, this is something great to look forward to, but there are times that it might feel a bit intimid...

5 Tips for Choosing the Best Instrument for You

If you or your child are just starting out on your musical journey, the first place you should start is by picking out which instrument to play. This is an exciting moment, as there are so many di...

The Powerful Impact Music Has on a Child's Brain Development

At its core, music is fun! It raises our spirits when we are feeling down, boosts the serotonin in our brains, and overall, just leaves us feeling better. That being said, did you know that music ...

5 Key Reasons That Private Music Lessons Really Work

If you have considered getting signed up for private music lessons online or face to face, but have been on the fence about it, we would like to explore more about the benefits. Maybe you’ve only...

4 Ideas to Help Music Students Make the Most of Their Summer Break

Summer is finally here which means it’s time for a multitude of activities perfect for the kids – camping and hiking at the local lake, hosting backyard BBQs and sleepovers, and of course, taking...

5 Ways That Learning Music Can Improve Your Mental Health

May is a month that brings about many things, including Mother’s Day, graduations, and of course, the onslaught of warmer weather. However, did you know that May is actually National Mental Health...

4 Things You Should Consider Before Learning to Play the Trumpet

The trumpet is perhaps one of the coolest instruments out there thanks to its versatility and size. Think about it: the trumpet can blend in flawlessly with so many genres of music. Jazz, rock, cl...

Staff Spotlight: Becca Kephart

Our staff here at Music House is top-notch, and this week we’d like to feature one of our most valued team members: Director of Band Workshops, Becca Kephart! We asked her a few questions about h...