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I have worked with the most wonderful families, having never had an issue with payment for teaching their children. In fact, I have some stories to share: Years back with my kids at home, I had a period of time … Continue reading
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Try This!!
I was watching the movie “Fantasia” the other day – one of my daughter’s favorite movies when she was young. A wonderful animated film! The are no words spoken just music! Eight classical music pieces performed by the Philadelphia Orchestra … Continue reading
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….and then there was Silence
…after silence, that which comes nearest to expressing the inexpressible, is music. Aldous Huxley Just a note to say Happy New Year to you all! In this new year, I am getting use to being an emptying nester – … Continue reading
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Can Animal Feel Music?
Can animals feel music? Animals, just as humans, respond to music – soothing, relaxing tunes seem to calm them too. Music therapy has become one of the best drug-free ways to soothe the nerves of anxious pets. For example, Harp … Continue reading
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Music Therapy!
WHAT IS MUSIC THERAPY? Music therapy is an interpersonal process in which the therapist uses music and all of its facets: physical, emotional, mental, social, aesthetic, and spiritual to help clients to improve or maintain their health. Clients do not … Continue reading
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Little known piano facts…
A piano covers the full spectrum of all orchestra instruments, from below the lowest note of the double bassoon to above the top note of the piccolo. The last key on the piano is C Anyone considering a career in … Continue reading
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Six Benefits of Music Education
Six Benefits of Music Education Music Educaton Advocacy Resources 1. Early musical training helps develop brain areas involved in language and reasoning. It is thought that brain development continues for many years after birth. Recent studies have clearly indicated that … Continue reading
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Make music fun!
And now some music funnies! Q: What is the difference between a guitar and a tuna fish? A: You can tune a guitar but you can’t tuna fish. A note left for a pianist from his wife: Gone Chopin, (have … Continue reading
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Music relieves stress!
Playing A Musical Instrument Relieves Stress We all have days when we are so stressed out and we just want to take a break from it all. Have you ever noticed that when you hear soft, soothing music you feel … Continue reading
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Did you know…..
Listening to music as we drift off to sleep ensures that we get the rest that we need from our sleep. Sleep puts your body in a healthy condition as it takes away the effects of stress, depression and anxiety … Continue reading
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