Your Guide To Understanding Vocal Range
Like snowflakes, no two singers are alike. Every singer has their own unique voice, and knowing how to use that voice is the first step to learning how to sing like a pro. While we’d all love to be able to hit high notes like Ariana Grande or belt out ballades like Adele, and sing […]
3 Tips For Keyboard Players
Learning to play the keyboard or piano is a lot like learning to ride a bike: it’ll be bumpy at first, but with a little time and practice you’ll be cruising before you know it! But with so much to learn, it can be tough to decide where to start. Luckily, Scottsdale Music Academy […]
Bass Vs Guitar: What’s the difference?
If you’re an aspiring musician, choosing what instrument to play is often the hardest part! You might not know the basic differences between various instruments, especially when it comes to the guitar and bass, which are quite similar to one another on the surface. Yet, for all their similarities, there are some major distinctions between […]
How to Prepare For Your First Performance
One of the most thrilling parts of being a musician is sharing your talents with others through performances and live shows. While this can be a fun, adrenaline-filled experience, it can also be quite nerve wracking. To ensure you deliver your best performance possible, you’ll want to be as prepared as you can be. Trust […]
Best Apps for Keyboard Players
If you’re a keyboard player and you’re looking to up your game, you’ve come to the right place. Those who are serious about their craft already know that music lessons, frequent practice, and goal setting are the main ingredients to keyboard playing success. But to give yourself an extra edge, consider adding apps to your […]
How To Maximize Your Music Lessons
If you’ve made the wise decision to take music lessons, you’re well on your way to mastering your instrument. Whether you play the guitar, drums, bass or sing vocals, music lessons are a great tool to help you learn to hone your craft and expand your skills. While music lessons are not required, they are […]
How To Soundproof Your Practice Space
When first learning to play an instrument and establish yourself as a full-fledge musician, practice is absolutely mandatory. And while music lessons offer a great place for you to hone your craft, you need to practice on your own as well. That’s why an at-home practice space or rehearsal room is absolutely needed. Unfortunately, most […]
Why Music May Help You Live Longer
Everyone knows that playing an instrument is fun….just ask the students of our music lessons in Scottsdale if you need further proof! But did you also know that music is good for you, too? Music in general–whether listening to it or playing it–has been shown to have numerous health benefits. While getting your jam on […]
How to “Spring Clean” Your Music Goals
With flowers in bloom, bright sunny skies all over Phoenix, and the vocal melodies of birds to wake to, it’s safe to say spring is officially upon us. And we all know what that means…spring cleaning! Spring is the unofficial time to cast aside the old and usher in the new. For some, that means […]
Why People That Play An Instrument Are Generally Happier
It’s safe to say that everyone could use a little more happiness in their life. While a weeklong vacation, new puppy, or tub of ice cream (my personal favorite) are sure to do the trick, there’s another resource that people often overlook ….music! Think about it. What lifts the mood at a party better than […]