5 Great Websites for Music Education at Home

February 12, 2024March 19, 2020 by metromusicmakers

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

Making Your Music Goals Happen

February 12, 2024February 14, 2020 by julie

by Metro Music Makers instructor Clifford Koufman You would be amazed at what can happen as the result of setting a goal for your music, or even just admitting to yourself what you hope to accomplish with your music. Do you want to play in your bedroom by yourself? Is that enough? Do you want … Read more

Your (son’s) holiday vacation Disney playlist

February 12, 2024December 19, 2019 by julie

written by Metro Music Makers instructor Chelsea Sefzik One of the most difficult tasks for me as a teacher is finding suitable music for young boys. However, Disney has come out with some fantastic hits over the years, and I want to share with you my top five picks for a young boy’s vocal and … Read more

Your (daughter’s) holiday vacation Disney playlist

February 12, 2024December 17, 2019 by julie

written by Metro Music Makers instructor Chelsea Sefzik Are you heading out of town for the holiday break? Maybe even headed to that favorite childhood destination. . . Walt Disney World?! Whether you’re Orlando-bound or heading to the in-laws for some Christmas cheer, if you’ve got time in the car, you’ve got time to put … Read more

Prepping for the gig

February 12, 2024September 2, 2019 by julie

written by Metro Music Makers instructor J.T. Lee When we’re young musicians, often we have the luxury of time, especially when it comes to performance prep. We spend months prepping for minutes on stage. I remember being in high school band—we started working Christmas music in October. The crazy thing was that we played the … Read more

How to perfect your craft

February 12, 2024August 19, 2019 by julie

written by Metro Music Makers instructor Justin Boyd You are a musician who is really in love with music, and you really want to improve. You have the drive in you to always get better and grow. You see that many people accomplish being “okay” at their craft, but very few people accomplish greatness. What … Read more

How to sing and play at the same time

February 12, 2024August 6, 2019 by julie

written by Metro Music Makers instructor Mark Grundhoefer A question I get asked a lot is, “How do I sing and play at the same time?” Learning a song on an instrument is difficult enough. To add singing on top of what you’re playing can often times seem impossible, especially when the vocal line does … Read more

Take a vacation, but not from your music!

February 12, 2024May 1, 2019 by julie

Instructor Mark Grundhoefer shares how you can take a break this summer, but NOT a break from your music!

A dose of inspiration: The story of Billy McLaughlin

February 12, 2024March 12, 2019 by julie

Billy McLaughlin had a profound influence on one of our instructors, and we think his story will inspire you too!

How to teach a love of music

February 12, 2024February 25, 2019 by julie

Metro Music Makers instructor Aria Taboada shares how you can cultivate a love of music (and music education) in your child.

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