How Much Do Piano Lessons Cost? An Honest Breakdown for Huntington, NY Families
How Much Do Piano Lessons Cost? An Honest Breakdown for Huntington, NY Families If you have been looking into piano lessons on Long Island’s North Shore, you have probably noticed that prices vary quite a bit. One teacher charges $25 for a half hour. Another charges $65. So what is the difference and being that […]
How Long Does It Take to Learn Piano?
Piano Practice Tips for Kids: A Parent’s Guide to Practicing at Home
Piano Practice Tips for Kids: A Parent’s Guide to Practicing at Home Parents ask me some version of this question all the time: how much should my child actually be practicing? When I give parents my honest answer, they are typically relieved. Quite frankly, I didn’t practice all that much when I was young. Almost […]
What to Expect in a Preschool Music Class
What to Expect in a Preschool Music Class If you have a three, four, or five-year-old and you are wondering whether a preschool music class is a worthwhile investment, this article will explain what happens inside our preschool music class and the variety of concepts and skills they learn. At Heart and Soul Music Academy […]
What Age Should a Child Start Piano Lessons?
What Age Should a Child Start Piano Lessons? One of the most common questions parents ask is: “What age should my child start piano lessons?” You’ll often see answers online saying somewhere between 6 and 9 years old. While that can be true for many students, after more than 15 years of teaching, I’ve found […]
How do I Increase My Vocal Range
How Do I Increase My Vocal Range? One of the most common questions I hear from singers of all ages is: “Am I stuck with the vocal range I was born with?” Short answer: no. Longer answer: I’ve been teaching voice lessons for over 15 years, and not once have I met a singer who […]
What Are the NYSSMA Vocal Levels?
What Are the NYSSMA Vocal Levels? If you’re reading this, chances are you’re staring at a NYSSMA registration form or school recommendation and wondering if you’re about to make the right choice for your child. Choosing a NYSSMA level can feel surprisingly high-pressure. You may be hearing different opinions from your child’s school, other parents, […]
What Age Can a Child Start Singing Lessons?
What Age Can a Child Start Singing Lessons? You may have heard advice like: “They’re too young.”“Wait until they hit puberty.”“Singing lessons are only for older kids.” Some of this advice is outdated. Some of it is misunderstood. And some of it depends entirely on the child. After 15 years of teaching singers of all […]
Can Singing Lessons Help a “Bad” Singer?
Can singing lessons really help a bad singer? A voice teacher breaks down the myths, the science, and real transformations that prove improvement is possible.
Measuring Progress: Voice and Piano Lessons
Measuring Your Musical Progress: A Guide for Voice and Piano Lesson Students Have you ever wondered if you’re getting better at singing and playing piano? You go to lessons, practice at home, and do the exercises, but how do you know if you’re becoming a better musician? It’s a common question, and it’s not always […]
