Carter's Music Corner
Music meeting you where you are.
You've decided that you would like to get an acoustic piano for your child! I think this is a GREAT decision! Buying an acoustic piano is different from a digital piano, that's for sure! Although you certainly need to still consider the three questions we asked in Part 1, there are …
[Read more...] about Digital and Acoustic Pianos: Which One Do I Buy? Part 2
So, your child is taking piano lessons, and now you need to buy them an acoustic or digital instrument to practice on? Great! They will be so excited! But, I know that there are always questions and concerns about investing in a new piano. They can take up a lot of space in your home, they can …
[Read more...] about Digital and Acoustic Pianos: Which One Do I Buy? Part 1
There are many reasons why a pianist may need to practice away from the piano. One may be that they are traveling and are unable to have access to an instrument. If a student is in the process of moving or on vacation, having other ways to practice during these times can be really …
[Read more...] about Away from the Piano? Students Can Still Practice!
Learning styles. Do you know which one your child prefers? You should! As a matter of fact, all students need to know their learning styles, too! According to Dictionary.com, a learning style is "an individual's mode of gaining knowledge, esp. a preferred or best method." There are three …
Humans are emotional beings, and somehow music stirs up emotion within us. There is something about the combination of the elements of music (i.e. rhythm, harmony, melody, texture, etc.) that creates an amazing avenue of expression for us. So, how does it all work? What if we could easily …
