The first MTMS Lobby Recital went really well! Thank you everyone for participating to make the week a success. We’re always so excited to watch our students show off their new skills and enjoy their music.
The playlist shares all the students who performed throughout the week. We can’t wait to do this again. Please don’t stop the music!
Music History: For this month we will be looking at Irish/ Celtic Music! Learn about the history of this genre of music. And look at some famous examples as well. With St. Patrick’s day just around the corner, make sure to try this out to learn all about Irish music. If you have any questions just ask your lab attendant.
Composition: For composition this month we will be writing Irish/ Celtic music! Try listening to some examples and try writing some of your own music! If you have any questions please let your lab attendant know.
For our youngest students: Forthcoming.
Often we talk about the benefits for children of learning music. It is true, teaching your kids an instrument is powerful for their development. It’s about self-esteem, confidence, language skills, IQ, discipline, motor skills and muscle development, social skills, and joy. As we learn music from around the world, we also learn about the cultures that created that piece.
Those reasons might have helped me encourage my kids to learn music. Maybe that sold it for your kids, or maybe they were just dying to play a certain instrument once they saw it.
Did you know it’s great for adults to learn also? Whatever your age, you will benefit from learning an instrument. Our teachers are still learning more about the instruments they teach. There’s more to learn even if you have a PhD in a musical instrument, which may seem like a lot, but it is true.
Learning an instrument as an adult can change so many aspects of life. The disciplined approach may help you learn to solve problems and manage tasks better at work. Music can teach you to be a better team player. Brain activity and memory are often improved with music lessons. Prepare for stress relief and happiness as you learn that instrument, too. Lessons will include posture, and that can be helpful to physical health, especially if you’re using your lungs (voice lessons, woodwinds, brass).
My primary reason for taking piano and trumpet lessons through school (ages 7-18) weren’t necessarily for what was listed above. I loved piano and band. I didn’t pick up guitar as an adult to help my memory, but I am enjoying very much what I’m learning. The more time I make for music, the more I appreciate it. All of the other reasons are just icing on top, but whatever your reasons for trying it, do pick one. There’s never a better time to try it.
Many of us are out of school for President’s Day, but please note that MTMS is open as usual on Monday.
Lessons this week will be at their normal times. Your Lobby Recital will be during that time with whomever you’d like to bring with you. This will be a week-long recital at MTMS, and we hope you enjoy all of the different performers while you wait during your child’s lesson time. Also, there will be one on one time for the student to get pointers on their piece and what they will continue to work on.
May the music never stop.
Music History: For Music History this month we are going to be looking at broadway music. People may think that broadway music refers to music in theater musicals. While that would make sense, broadway actually covers all musicals, even movie ones. Like a song about a certain someone we don’t talk about in a recent Disney movie. Listen to some famous musical songs and read about the history. If you have any questions ask a lab attendant!
Composition: For composition this month we are going to be taking about broadway music, which is music from musicals. Maybe you want to write the next song about a certain someone we don’t talk about. Try your hand at it with some famous examples and guidance. Give it a shot and if you have any questions please ask a lab attendant!
For our Youngest Students: For February, we have a bunch of new music games for our young students! These games help younger kids learn to compose. Along with that, we also have some new winter themed coloring pages! Enjoy!
