MTMS Blog
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Fail Your Way to Success?
Success happens after failure, sometimes many failures. Read about 15 people who failed their way to success. “I’m always fascinated to learn of famous people who were told they didn’t measure up, or they couldn’t do something….I am partial, always, to the underdog, and always root for the person who always tries their best and…
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MTMS Spring Music Playlist
Check out our Spring Music Playlist! We’re so excited to show you what we’ve been up to during this year by highlighting our wonderful students performing the music they’ve worked so hard on. Enjoy the show with us and applaud all of these musicians as they show off their great skills and talents.
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Ready to JAM?
JAM is Jazz Appreciation Month, and in 2021 they’re highlighting women’s contributions to Jazz. Nina Simone is always a great start, and there are several great events to learn more about women in jazz. Jazz Appreciation Month | National Museum of American History (si.edu) For April, try listening to a little more jazz. Allow yourself…
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April Lab and Music Composition
This month’s lab theme is the history of guitar. Today’s modern flat-top acoustic guitars have had a similar design for a couple centuries, but similar instruments – the European lute and the Arabic oud- can be traced back to ancient times. The word guitar comes from the Greek word kithara, which mythology attributes to the…
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Let’s Talk About It
Teaching is easy. I bet you’re laughing right now. But really. Think about it. You know your subject. You are passionate about your content. You know what’s difficult? Talking to parents. Think about it for a moment. Even if all you’re doing is giving the parent an update on how their child is doing, it…