Performance & Growth

Better Together: Why Playing Music With Others Might Be the Best Thing for Your Child's Growth

Solo practice builds technique, but something different — and arguably more powerful — happens when students make music alongside their peers. Group lessons and ensemble playing do more than sharpen musical skills; they shape confidence, communication, and a sense of belonging that follows kids well beyond the music room.

Jul 27, 2026

Butterflies Before the Spotlight: How Students Turn Stage Fright Into Their Greatest Performance Tool

Every performer — from beginner recitalists to seasoned musicians — knows the feeling of a racing heart before stepping onstage. But what separates a shaky performance from a confident one isn't the absence of nerves; it's knowing what to do with them. Here's the real playbook for transforming anxiety into energy.

Jul 27, 2026