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31368 Via Colinas #102

Westlake Village, CA 91362

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How to play “Heat Waves” by Glass Animals

At 123 Rock, we bring you fun and easy-to-follow Chord Charts with Lyrics as well as sheet music to some of your favorite songs. These accurate chord charts will help you play your favorite songs and help you get familiar with chord changes in different keys. These chords can be used for Guitar, Piano, Bass, Ukelele, or any other instrument of your choice. We strongly suggest that you practice playing along to the original track and practicing it on your […]

April 22, 2022Music Education down syndrome, interesting music article, music, music ad down syndrome, music article, musical explanations, playing music by admin

Breaking Down Boundaries with Music

Music therapy is a type of therapy that intertwines music with its therapeutic techniques. Music therapy is proven to help people with Down Syndrome to improve with social and communication skills, coordination skills, and learning skills. Today, we’ll share a bit more information on how music therapy enhances the life of people with special needs. — Tuesday, April 22nd Research supports evidence that shows that music therapy helps to benefit: • Social and Communication Skills Some of the ways it helps people […]

April 12, 2022Music Education music education, music learning, music study, musical explanations, playing music by admin

The Six Stages of Learning a Song

You need to go through six crucial stages to learn a song truly. From learning lyrics to total ownership of the piece! Today, we’ll go over these six stages with you for easy understanding. — Tuesday, April 12th 1) Learning lyrics, melody, phrasing, and structure In other words, learning “when” and “what” to sing to get through the song from start to finish successfully. Even if one has to think about it. 2) Internalizing lyrics, melody, phrasing, and structure. Once one […]

April 8, 2022Music Education, songwriting music, music writing, songwriting, songwritingchallenge by admin

Spring Songwriting Challenge ’22

We are thrilled to announce that the “Spring Songwriting Challenge” is back! We invite all our students to join the challenge and participate in this exciting opportunity. To participate, students must write an original piece of music, which can be submitted as either a melody, melody with harmony/chords, melody with lyrics, or a fully produced track with multiple instrumentations. The event is open to all ages and will be divided into three different age groups. Each group will have […]

April 7, 2022Music Video best pop songs, music, music hits, music trends, music videos, pop songs by admin

The 20 Best Pop Songs of All Time

The best pop songs of all time are catchiest, chart-topping, downright most popular hits that’ll have you singing at the top of your lungs! But, of course, this list includes only 21st-century hits — these are the songs that no millennial or Gen Z music fan can get enough of. Let’s see how many do you know by heart. — Thursday, April 7th 1. ‘Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)’ by Beyoncé 2. ‘Umbrella’ by Rihanna featuring Jay-Z 3. […]

March 31, 2022Music Education music, music article, music education, music learning, playing music by admin

5 Reasons You Should Take Up a Musical Instrument

Learning to play a musical instrument has many advantages – building your confidence, improving your memory, or broadening your social circle. Here are some reasons you should consider taking up a musical instrument. — Wednesday, March 31st 1. Playing an instrument makes you smarter! Many studies show a correlation between musical training and academic success in children and adults. Consequently, we can say that learning to play an instrument stimulates the brain, improving functions like memory and abstract reasoning skills. […]

March 29, 2022Chord Charts - Piano and Guitar Chords, Chord Charts - Piano Chords, Uncategorized chord chart, chord chart and lyrics, chord charts, music, music education, piano chord chart, playing music by admin

How to play “Numb Little Bug” by Em Beihold

March 22, 2022Music Education music education, music lessons, music study, music theory, musical explanations by admin

Tricks to Help You Read Notes

We know almost every music theory teacher (and student) has his or her mnemonic to remember the order of the notes on a staff. Today, we want to share a few more that you can use to help keep things straight! —– Tuesday, March 22nd Let’s dive right into it! Notes found on the lines of the treble staff, starting with the first line and moving up to the top (fifth) line read E, G, B, D, and F, or: […]

March 16, 2022Music Education, Music News, songwriting music, music learning, musical, playing music, songwriter, songwriting, writing music, writing songs by admin

Tips for Writing Memorable Songs

Many talented songwriters use these six techniques to write memorable songs. Thus, if songwriting is something you are passionate about, keep reading! —– Wednesday, March 16th Here, we share six practical tips when composing new music and lyrics: 1. Compose a catchy melody Millions of songs share the same three- and four-chord progressions. And, more often than not, that is why a melody gets stuck in our heads. Successful melodies usually move in stepwise motion (up or down either a […]

March 10, 2022Music News, Music News and Articles music article, music learning, music study, music therapy, musical explanations, therapy by admin

What is Music Therapy

Music therapy is an evidence-based treatment that helps with a variety of disorders including cardiac conditions, depression, autism, substance abuse and Alzheimer’s disease. It can help with memory, lower blood pressure, improve coping, reduce stress, improve self-esteem and more. You don’t need a background in music to participate. —– Thursday, March 10th Music therapy may help you psychologically, emotionally, physically, spiritually, cognitively and socially. A short list of benefits includes: Lowering blood pressure. Improving memory. Enhanced communication and social skills through […]

February 22, 2022Music News and Articles interesting music article, music, music article, music education, music learning, music study, musical explanations, playing music by admin

Dogs Love Reggae & Soft Rock!

Music affects dogs’ behavior. And according to a recent study conducted by the University of Glascow, dogs appear to prefer reggae and soft rock over other genres of music. Continue reading to find out why! —– Friday, February 22nd The Scottish SPCA and the University of Glasgow have published a paper which suggests music affects dogs’ behaviour. Within the study, researchers played a variety of music to dogs and assessed physiological and behavioural changes. Professor Neil Evans, in charge of […]

February 16, 2022Music Education, Music News and Articles interesting music article, music, music education, music practice, playing music by admin

Easy Ways To Optimize Your Music Practice

As we slowly re-group and get back to our routine, we want to share some valuable tips to make the best out of your practice time! These tips are helpful for anyone who plays an instrument or sings. —– Friday, February 16th 1. Find somewhere quiet Practicing in a quiet place will prevent you from surrendering to all sorts of distractions, but creating a particular practice area, whether it’s a specific room or just a corner of the living room, […]

February 12, 2022Music News and Articles, Music Video love songs, music, music playlist, musical, playing music, soundtracks, valentines day music, valentines day songs by admin

Best Valentine’s Day Songs of All Time

Valentine’s Day is all about letting others know how much you care. Whether that means your boyfriend, wife, your significant other, friends, or family — they all deserve to feel a little extra love on February 14th. So here’s a playlist for every type of love! —– Friday, February 11th Here are some of the greatest love songs; tracks that are perfect for Valentine’s Day! 1. “Can’t Help Falling in Love” covered by Haley Reinhart 2. “A Moment Like This” […]

February 4, 2022Uncategorized interesting music article, music education, music learning, musical explanations by admin

Why We Love Music

Researchers are discovering how music affects the brain, helping us make sense of its real emotional and social power. —– Friday, February 4th Music affects us in ways that other sounds don’t, and for years now, scientists have been wondering why. Now they are finally beginning to find some answers. Using fMRI technology, they’re discovering why music can inspire such powerful feelings and bind us so tightly to other people. “Music affects deep emotional centers in the brain, “ says […]

January 24, 2022Uncategorized music, music education, music learning, playing music by admin

How to Introduce Music to Young Children

With all the benefits that music offers, it’s no wonder that parents want to introduce their kids to music as early as possible. But, depending on the children’s age, fostering their love for music might not be as easy as you would think! So, today, we want to share a few tips on how to get youngsters interested in music. —– Tuesday, January 18th Here are a few pointers and tips to get your children interested in music: 1. Bring […]

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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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How to play “Heat Waves” by Glass Animals

Breaking Down Boundaries with Music

The Six Stages of Learning a Song

Spring Songwriting Challenge ’22

The 20 Best Pop Songs of All Time

5 Reasons You Should Take Up a Musical Instrument

How to play “Numb Little Bug” by Em Beihold

Tricks to Help You Read Notes

Tips for Writing Memorable Songs

What is Music Therapy

Dogs Love Reggae & Soft Rock!

Easy Ways To Optimize Your Music Practice

Best Valentine’s Day Songs of All Time

Why We Love Music

How to Introduce Music to Young Children

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

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

123 Rock studio is an inspiring place to make music

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