Mistakes happen. As much as we prepare and practice, they’re inevitable. We can say “practice makes perfect,” but there will always be that one moment when our brain goes somewhere else and causes us to fumble around with what we’re playing or singing and just blow it. How do we recover? Instructor Dave Colquitt shares some ideas on how to make the most of our mistakes.
Even children and teenagers can be affected by the pollen and other allergens floating around the south this time of year. So do you just throw in the towel (or tissue)? Nope, because you’ve got two of Metro Music Makers’ fabulous vocal teachers on standby to help you figure out how to keep your voice clear and strong.
Melissa Ellen, vocal instructor at Metro Music Makers, shares from her vast experience working with bands how your band can have a successful and productive rehearsal.
There is a definite benefit to singing cover songs, as Metro Music Makers vocal instructor Melissa Ellen explains.
Chelsea Nicole Smith, Vocal Pedagogue and Piano Instructor, offers a behind-the-scene view of the audition process for elementary age students.
Melissa Ellen, vocal instructor at Metro Music Makers, offers some excellent advice on warming up your voice before performing.
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Our Spring Recital Event kicks off this Friday night, and all of our teachers, students, parents and staff are busy making sure we’re prepared for great performances. Of course, this means lots of hard work and practice on performance pieces, but that’s not the only practicing you should do with your student! Younger children in … Read more
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Playing music is such a personal experience. Performing is taking that personal experience and sharing it with any number of people. If you have the desire to share your work, your progress, your art, then you will love and seek out any avenue to do so. Sure, the first few performances could be rough or … Read more
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