We learn to sing and play instruments through gradual development, habituation, and integration of a sophisticated collection of skills. I truly believe that the mark of a great teacher is not how quickly they “deliver the concepts,” but how elegantly they help each student lay the groundwork for a stellar, balanced technique and then continue … Continue reading Teaching music is not enough
Every new year I use this template to reflect on how the previous year went- the highs, lows, and everything in between. I've found that it's not only really therapeutic in helping me to avoid feelings of overwhelm, but it also provides me come clarity for moving forward in mindfulness. Take a moment to consider … Continue reading 2019 Reflection + 2020 Vision
For the many students who have been with us for some time (especially the Music Junkie Originals who have been with us since day one!!), it's becoming increasingly obvious that there's been some recent reshaping, remolding, growing, and evolving going on in just about every area of our studio. We've added some new amazing faces … Continue reading MJS Evolution
Say hello to Vince. Vince is a 14-year-old student at Fort Worth Montessori School and we recently had the opportunity to have this kind young man in the studio for a week to shadow one of our most senior instructors, Ray! The 8th graders at FWMS recently participated in a project known as Internship week … Continue reading Meet the Intern
Like clockwork, the holiday's are here again. While we enjoy the holiday's, the spirit and joy of it all, the food, the music, and families, there are the moments that we worry about what to get everyone for Christmas. Well, worry not! We did a little digging and came up with some awesome gift ideas … Continue reading Musical Christmas Ideas 2018