 In my early days as a student, I always found that learning songs helped me build my vocabulary. Do you remember the songs that we learned to be able to learn the alphabet or even the days of the week? Even though learning a new language can be challenging, by adding music to the mix can make the process more enjoyable and effective. In this blog, we'll break down the straightforward ways in which music enhances language learning.
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 In the mosaic of educational pursuits, music appreciation courses stand out as a transformative and enriching endeavor for any student no matter how old they are. Music appreciation courses offer a structured exploration of the world of music, delving into its profound impact on history, culture, and its continued development. In this blog, we'll unravel the significance of music appreciation courses and why they play a pivotal role in our understanding of music as a whole.
 Breathing. Our lives began with a first breath, and we will all have a final breath in this world someday. Breathing is something that we do all day and all night without even thinking about it. If you think about it now, you took at least a couple of breaths so far while reading this, right? Breathing is important for all of us!
 If you've ever gone to an orchestra or band concert, you have probably heard the musicians, before they get started with the concert, all playing their instruments – sometimes you might recognize a short bit of a melody, or just seemingly random notes. It sounds like a mess – no one is playing anything together just lots of different sounds that don't go together. Why are they doing that? Don't they know it sounds bad?
 Ear training, otherwise known as aural training or ear listening, is the process of honing and enhancing an individual's capacity to recognize, identify, and comprehend pitch, intervals, chords, rhythms, and melodies. This skill is crucial for developing musicianship, regardless of the instrument or musical genre. By developing these listening abilities, musicians can attain a more profound level of comprehension and connection with the music they create or perform.
 It’s about that time of the year now as summer is winding down and high school students are having to prepare for their college applications. There are standardized tests that need to be taken, course schedules finalized, and college visits that need to be scheduled. If you’re a parent or a student during the planning process of what to look for, hopefully, this will help simplify the process.
 Picture this: you have a test coming up. You go to the library or a café to study. You get there early, get your best markers out (the pastel ones), and open your book. There’s so much to do, you don’t even know where to start. So, you read and underline a bit, then get distracted, then stop working, and put off studying, ending up pulling an all-nighter before your assessment to prepare. Does this sound familiar?
Studying can feel like a dreadful chore to many. But it doesn’t have to be. So, let’s look into how to study effectively.  Music is a language that needs exploration in order to be understood; it has the same importance as any other spoken language since it allows you to communicate. Language has grammar, pronunciation, and expressions; music has melody, harmony, rhythm, and form.
Even if you resist learning a new language even though you’re living in a new country or are unwilling to learn music theory because you just want to play the guitar, you’ll still need a pinch of knowledge to understand what is happening. So, what is music theory and why is it so important?  Are you feeling overwhelmed with your own musical practice, or unsure how to help your students on their musical journey? Do you ever feel like you're staring at a messy room, not knowing where to start cleaning? Don't worry, this week's guide is here to help! We'll give you some tips on how to effectively practice and stay organized, so you can make the most of your musical journey. So let's get started!
 Homeschooling and online school can seem very similar at a first glance. They’re both an alternative or complement to traditional schooling. And while they share some commonalities, it’s their differences that will affect a parent’s choice. So, how do they differ and why does that matter?
Homeschooling is a type of education that is parent-led and home-based, as the name suggests. Parents decide, for reasons we’ll discuss, that traditional schooling is not the best option for them, and take their children’s education into their own hands. There is some freedom for the parent to build their own curriculum, though in some states there’s mandatory testing that will condition what’s taught. Online school, also called virtual school or cyber school, is an umbrella term that refers to an educational service whose content is shared only through virtual means. This can include public and private online schools, university sponsored-schools, credit recovery programs, and any sort of specialized education that might be hard to find in your area. This specialized education can include upper education like nursing school and law school, and also education in subjects like language and music. |
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