Miscellaneous

The Science of Music and Memory: Why Learning an Instrument Makes You Smarter

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written by Allison Jarrell, LPMT, MT-BC, and Metro Music Makers Founder and CEO Have you ever wondered why musicians seem to have an uncanny ability to remember things? Or why so many studies link learning an instrument to higher cognitive function? Science has shown time and time again that playing music isn’t just an enjoyable … Read more

5 Great Websites for Music Education at Home

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by Metro Music Makers instructor Chelsea Sefzik

This is an interesting time for us all, isn’t it? Some people may be enjoying the at-home time, but for others, this is a big challenge. I know that I miss my students, but I’ve been thinking about ways to educate them through the online platform that Metro Music Makers has been using. I have found what I believe are some worthwhile music sites to grow my students even though I’m not in the room with them. Maybe that break from common core math all day can be comprised of a few of these?

1. Flashcards – I believe we could all use a little note refresher, and
this website not only includes treble and bass clef, but also
alto and tenor clefs. It’s even got a timer for a little extra hustle.
Enjoy! Name That Note

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Valentine’s Day Gifts for Musicians

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Need ideas for your musician this Valentine’s Day? You’ve landed in the right place. We’re sharing our favorite Valentine’s Day gifts for musicians. Order now to have your gift arrive just in time for the love fest. This music note necklace is simple but classy, and should be a hit with your favorite musician. “Music speaks when … Read more

The secret sounds of circuit bending

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written by Michael Pagel, Metro Music Makers instructor When I was a child, my father worked for a company that cleaned out old office spaces after the businesses had moved out. This meant he was always bringing home old telephones, printers, keyboards, and any other electronics commonly found in a 1990s office. Not all of … Read more

The fear of me: how fear of ourselves might be holding us back

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written by J.T. Lee, Metro Music Makers instructor This week, I was talking to a teenage student about trying something new. He seemed pretty apprehensive about pursing a particular path in musical growth, and it got me wondering: Why? Why do so many musicians fight growth in ways that may not be the most comfortable? … Read more

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