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October 14, 2019Music Education, Music News, Piano - Sheet Music, Uncategorized fall season, halloween, music, music sheet, musical, musical instrument by admin

The fall season has arrived!

It does feel quite different once the weather starts changing, and we start feeling the cool breeze of this fresh new season. Amongst the many things this month represents, Halloween is a day many of you have been looking forward to, and with that, a whole new vibe, preparations, and decorations take place. Just like decorations and seasonal traditions, music can be a big part of the special events we celebrate. October 14th, 2019 This month Halloween takes us into […]

September 6, 2019Music Education music, music article, music lessons, musical, musical explanations by admin

5 Tips for Your First Music Lesson

If you’re taking music lessons for the first time, you’ll quickly find out there is so much more to learn than just the notes! Read on to find out the 5 things you can do to get the most out of your first music lesson. September 6th, 2019 1. Get an instrument! It seems obvious, but having your own instrument to practice at home will make a huge difference in the quality of your music education. If you’re reluctant to buy an […]

July 5, 2019Music Education, Music News and Articles how to, music tips, musical, song, songwriter, songwriting, tips by admin

How to Find Fresh Song Ideas

You are super pumped and sit down to write, or continue writing, a song you have been thinking of and suddenly… nothing! You cannot seem to organize your ideas or come up with worthy material. Do not panic, it happens even to the most talented songwriters. June 5th, 2019 Hence today, we want to share a few incredibly useful tips written by our friends at Lyric Writer’s Workroom to find fresh song ideas when you haven’t got a clue! 1. […]

June 26, 2019Music Education, Music News and Articles music, music games, musical, musical games, summer games, summer music by admin

Fun Ways to Use Music to Inspire Learning in the Summer

Here are some great ideas for you to inspire your children and get them interested in music! June 26th, 2019 1. Read together. 2. Take a listening walk.3. Turn on some gentle music and blow bubbles.4. Color to music with sidewalk chalk.5. Use painter’s tape to create roads and movement pathways.6. Use a hula hoop as a prop for dancing.7. Make a homemade instrument… or two!8. Start your own marching band. 9. Make your own musical water classes.10. Play a Musical Alphabet […]

May 30, 2019Music Education, Music News and Articles, Uncategorized employment, jobs, music, music article, music career, music industry, music instruments, musical by admin

Careers in Music

It is no secret that we are genuinely passionate about music. Nonetheless, there are some misconceptions regarding music careers. More often than not, people see it as a hobby — but the truth is there are a plethora of options within the music industry. May 30th, 2019 Below a list compiled by Careersinmusic.com were they thoroughly present a great number of music career options. DJ Alternate Titles: DJ, Deejay, Disc Jockey Job Description: A Club DJ plays songs at a nightclub, bar, […]

May 21, 2019Music Education, Uncategorized learning how to play the piano, learning music, learning piano, music, music article, musical, piano music by admin

Tips for Learning to Play the Piano as an Adult

Learning to play the piano as an adult can be intimidating. Most people believe they are too old to start playing a musical instrument. But, you shouldn’t be hesitant! It is never too late. May 21st, 2019 Today, we wanted to share with you a few useful tips to get rid of that ‘stage fright’ and start following your dreams! 1. Find a teacher2. Set goals3. Learn the basics4. Make practicing a priority5. Find music you enjoy playing6. Take it […]

May 8, 2019Music Education children, fun guitar exercises, fun lessons, fun music lessons, fun piano lesson, music, music learning, music lessons, music school, musical, reading music, sight readin by admin

4 Tips for Learning to Read Music – the Fun Way

Chances are that you have the impression that learning to read music is an arduous process that can take years. Well, we have some good news for you: it isn’t! May 8th, 2019 Here’s the deal…if you approach it in the right way, using clever strategies and keeping the process fun, you can be reading music inside of a week. That being said, we wanted to share with you a list of tips posted by our friends at Musical U […]

April 22, 2019Music News and Articles children songs, earthday, fun songs, internationalearthday, learning music, music, music lessons, musical, musiclessons, School, songs, songsforteaching by admin

Earth Day Songs

Today we celebrate Earth Day! It marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970. So naturally, a list of nature appreciation songs is in order. April 22nd, 2019 Whether you need songs about saving the earth, appreciating nature or promoting conservation, you’ll find a varied selection below. These Earth Day Songs are for children of all ages… and many will also appeal to grown-ups. Songs for Earth Day/Arbor Day• A Song for Planet Earth– Mrs. […]

April 16, 2019Uncategorized medical research, music, music learning, music research, music science, musical, musical explanations, research by admin

The Power of Music To Reduce Stress

Today we are “celebrating” Stress Awareness Day – and what better way to honor this day than by talking about the soothing power of music. April 16th, 2019 Listening to music can have a tremendously relaxing effect on our minds and bodies, especially slow, quiet classical music. This type of music can have a beneficial impact on our physiological functions, slowing the pulse and heart rate, lowering blood pressure, and decreasing the levels of stress hormones. Music, in short, can […]

April 10, 2019Music News and Articles brain and music, cool facts, music, music article, music facts, music research, music study, musical, research, workout music by admin

Top 5 Amazing Facts About Music

We talked about the benefits and pros of Music extensively on previous posts, but on this occasion, we want to share a list of incredible facts about music you might have missed. April 10th, 2019 Fact #1 With Music – You Learn Better Music significantly impacts and boosts our learning capabilities. Listening to music while reading or studying, triggers the part of our brain that is used to memorize. As a result, you are capable of remembering even the most […]

March 13, 2019Music Education adult learning, music, music learning, music lessons, music school, musical, playing music by admin

Differences Between Adults and Children Learning Music

When is it too late to start music lessons? Never. It is never too late to learn something new. To play and enjoy playing music you do not need to start at age 4. However, learning music as an adult is entirely different, and here’s why… March 13th, 2019 1. Adults are more mature than children. They can understand music theory better in a shorter period of time. 2. Adults can have better muscle control compare to the children. Therefore, technical skills can […]

February 26, 2019Music Education child development, children, education, music, music education, musical, musical explanations, parenting, singers, singing, songs by admin

Singing Benefits For Children

Throughout the years we published several articles that explain the benefits of music education and musical instruments for children. Today, we want to make room for singing.

February 21, 2019Music News and Articles, Piano Lessons children, children development, music, musical, musical instrument, parenting, piano, piano lessons, todlers, toys by admin

The 5 Best Toddler Pianos

The piano is a great introductory instrument for toddlers! Thus we thought it would be cool, to share a short list of the best toddler pianos on the market today so that you can kick-start your child’s musical involvement in a fun, educational, and affordable way. February 21st, 2019 1. Melissa and Doug Learn-to-Play Piano The Melissa and Doug Learn-to-Play Piano is a perfect example of an introductory musical instrument for kids. It features a total of 25 keys with full […]

February 12, 2019Music News and Articles, Music Video best songs, love, music, music video, musical, new, new songs, playlist, songs, top 10, valentines, valentinesday by admin

The Best Valentine’s Day Songs of All Time

Not all love songs are made equal, which is why we selected the best of the best love songs to create the perfect Valentine’s Day date playlist. February 12th, 2019 “Perfect” by Ed Sheeran “Love Story” by Taylor Swift “All of Me” – John Legend “There’s Nothing Holdin’ Me Back” by Shawn Mendes “Better” – Khalid “Some Type of Love” by Charlie Puth “Almost is Never Enough” by Ariana Grande & Nathan Sykes “A Moment Like This” – Kelly Clarkson […]

February 1, 2019Music Education children, children development, children games, education, games, music, music article, music education, musical by admin

11 Creative Ways to Teach Children Music Theory

Put those dull pencils and boring manuscript paper away – Classic FM just published some fun and creative ways of teaching the basics of music, and we are in love! February 1st, 2019 1. Music theory cars Does your young one love all things four-wheeled? Use it to their musical advantage with this car and staff-line matching game. 2. Music theory blooms In this game, flowers, stems and leaves stand for notes, definitions and meanings – match them up and […]

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I love how Marcos lets me learn so many songs, not just one!

I love how Marcos lets me learn so many songs, not just one! I like how he gives me compliments.…

Julia, age 8

2016-10-06T01:13:27-07:00

Julia, age 8

I love how Marcos lets me learn so many songs, not just one! I like how he gives me compliments. It’s really fun when Marcos does the bass clef with the left hand and I get to make up my own song that goes with it for a warm up. It’s fun because I get to make up my own songs. I love the sound of the piano!

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I really like that we get to pick what songs we want to learn in Marcos’s guitar class

I really like that we get to pick what songs we want to learn in Marcos’s guitar class. I also…

Mikey, age 12

2016-10-06T01:19:06-07:00

Mikey, age 12

I really like that we get to pick what songs we want to learn in Marcos’s guitar class. I also love that he is compassionate and lets us progress at our own pace. Marcos knows EVERYTHING about instruments, and I’m glad he can share some of it with me. I’m glad that I get to learn how to read, write, and play music for the guitar. It is a lot of fun when Marcos and I play the guitar together!

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I highly recommend 123 Rock to anyone looking for a music teacher!

Both of my children love their music lessons with Marcos. They look forward to their music lessons each week and…

- Angie, parent

2016-10-06T01:20:25-07:00

- Angie, parent

Both of my children love their music lessons with Marcos. They look forward to their music lessons each week and come home eager to practice their new pieces. I especially love that he teaches them to compose their own pieces and inspires their musical creativity. Marcos is always positive and encouraging with my children, and he has a knack for bringing out their best. I highly recommend 123 Rock to anyone looking for a music teacher!

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123 Rock studio is an inspiring place to make music

Marcos Moscat is a talented musician and instructor. His approach to teaching is kind and respectful. He encourages his students…

Nancy-Jean Pement, parent

2016-10-06T01:21:23-07:00

Nancy-Jean Pement, parent

Marcos Moscat is a talented musician and instructor. His approach to teaching is kind and respectful. He encourages his students to study music that appeals to them. By attending to the interests of each student, Marcos is a master at nurturing student engagement. Our son, Jackson, has been taking lessons for over two years. Jackson is proud of his accomplishments at the piano and he enjoys the time he spends with his teacher. Both Marcos and Isabel are warm and […]

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The fall season has arrived!

5 Tips for Your First Music Lesson

How to Find Fresh Song Ideas

Fun Ways to Use Music to Inspire Learning in the Summer

Careers in Music

Tips for Learning to Play the Piano as an Adult

4 Tips for Learning to Read Music – the Fun Way

Earth Day Songs

The Power of Music To Reduce Stress

Top 5 Amazing Facts About Music

Differences Between Adults and Children Learning Music

Singing Benefits For Children

The 5 Best Toddler Pianos

The Best Valentine’s Day Songs of All Time

11 Creative Ways to Teach Children Music Theory

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I love how Marcos lets me learn so many songs, not just one!

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123 Rock studio is an inspiring place to make music

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