By Mindy Cabral, The Magazine of Santa Clarita, February 2009 There are many different approaches and programs available for music students. Some children begin in a group music class while others may begin private piano lessons. So, how do you know what is right for your child? Here are some things to consider when making […]

by Trinity Catlin, Kid Times, January 2009     I love Little School of Music because there are so many things to do and so many instruments! We play games, do recitals, and public performances like the one we did at the mall for Christmas.  My favorite instrument right now is the recorder, which is […]

By Mindy Cabral, The Magazine of Santa Clarita, January 2009   “I don’t want to practice!” Is this what you hear when you tell your child to practice their instrument? If not, consider yourself lucky. Most kids don’t want to practice because they say sitting down, concentrating, and repeating the same thing over and over […]

By Mindy Cabral, The Magazine of Santa Clarita, September 2008     Mounting research shows that early engagement in active music making is directly linked with a child’s capacity to learn and grow. Early music training enhances analytical thinking, problem solving, communication, interpersonal skills, discipline, and it’s fun! Simply, music is food for your child’s […]

By Mindy Cabral, The Magazine of Santa Clarita, August 2008   Many people do not realize what an important role music plays in our daily lives. Everyday music is all around us. It lives in our bodies as a heartbeat and voice, and travels to us from the out side world through nature. Nature is […]