By Patrick Fritz I am currently in the process of re-reading a helpful book about communicating effectively with children. A few years ago, after an influx of young students with very big personalities, I realized that I needed some strategies for more effective communication. The drudgery of endless pleading, coaxing, begging, bribing, and the over-enthusiasm I was using to get my point across was wearing me...
Read MoreBy Saleh Sabat Rehearsal is an important aspect (at least it should be!) to all musicians, performers and teachers. It’s something we have spent countless hours doing throughout our careers. Whether it’s with a band, orchestra, or solo in a quiet place, it takes practice to develop good rehearsal skills. Something I ask of my students often is to walk me through their home practice and rehearsal...
Read MoreOur interview with: RockStars Music Studios of Huntington Beach, CA USA SH: Tell us about your studio. RockStars Music Studios is a private lessons studio in Orange County, California. We also have a performance academy called Orange County Performance Academy (OCPA) and a rehearsal studio for rent called H.B. SoundStage. RockStars has a current enrollment of 220 regular, weekly students for guitar, piano, voice, drums...
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