Why Encourage Music Education?

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Why Encourage Music Education?

Describe in your own words why you feel it is important for children to have music as a part of their educational curriculum. What benefits do children receive from learning to play an instrument? More importantly what can musicians such as yourself do to proactively promote music education in the community.

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by sparkospunky

Feb 22 '07

Why Should Your Child Learn Music? Here's My Story
Music offers limitless possibilities--encourage your children to explore it. ... read full review

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by Saxguy

Apr 20 '01

What Music Has Helped Me Learn About Myself
It's a part of who I am and I never would have learned this without my music education.... read full review

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by Saxguy

Nov 10 '05

I have seen the future and it is bright indeed
Every player is important, meaning every child who plays can learn of their importance.... read full review

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by Saxguy

Aug 17 '06

Rent or Buy Your Child's First Instrument?
Renting from a music store with rental stock is best. Rent to buy arrangements are usually not good. Get solid professional advice on buying an instrument.... read full review

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by Saxguy

Aug 04 '05

How to develop a business as a private music teacher
It can be fulfilling and financially rewarding... read full review

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by Saxguy

Jul 19 '06

There's NOTHING Like a Selmer
A lot of jazz musicians, including me, regard the Selmer Mark VI alto and tenor sax models as the best in jazz history. I LOVE mine.... read full review

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by Saxguy

Feb 13 '07

An uplifting experience for all involved
The arts provide students self expression that cannot happen any other way.... read full review

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by Saxguy

Mar 30 '07

The Power Of Intention
This is yet one more aspect of music education that is valuable to the students who experience it. ... read full review

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by Saxguy

May 22 '07

How to find the right music teacher for you (or your child)
The right teacher can really enhance the student's experience. here are some things to consider.... read full review

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by Saxguy

Sep 13 '00

How I Help My Students To Learn New Music
This is a structured approach to dealing with the challenges of studying a new musical piece... read full review

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by Saxguy

Sep 13 '00

How To Eliminate and Prevent Recurring Mistakes In Written Music
This is a structured approach to dealing with difficult musical passages.... read full review

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by Saxguy

Aug 16 '00

The Value Of Creativity - Why Aren't YOU Doing It?
There’s opportunities around to study things that intrigue you. There are resources available to help. All you have to do is free yourself to be open to them.... read full review

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by buffoonery

Jul 22 '00

A Parent and Child's Guide to Introductory Electric Guitar
The guitar is a great instrument, vastly entertaining and versatile, and with the right amplifiers, REALLY LOUD.... read full review

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by buffoonery

Jul 24 '00

A Parent's and Child's Guide to Introductory Classical Guitar
The classical guitar is a beautiful and elegant instrument with a wonderful selection of classical and pop transcriptions. Get one today.... read full review

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by buffoonery

Aug 06 '00

Begining Guitar: The Mel Bay Method
One of the best, though dated, guitar instructional series available. Very thorough on chords and chord-soloing. Update with more current music.... read full review

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