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Why Music Progress Isn’t Linear
And Why That’s Actually a Good Thing One of the most confusing parts of learning music, for parents and students, is this: “Why did they
October 13, 2026
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The Gift of Music
Meaningful Gifts That Bring People Together By Mindy Cabral | Founder, Little School of Music Every Christmas, we search for the perfect gifts for the
October 12, 2026
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Introducing the Once Upon a Tune Children’s Book Series
For more than 20 years, some of our favorite musical stories have lived inside the classrooms at Little School of Music. Children have sung them,
October 5, 2026
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Why Consistency Beats Talent, Every Single Time
Parents often ask: “Is my child talented?” But the better question is:“Is my child consistent?” Because in music, and in life, consistency outperforms talent every
September 22, 2026
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When “We Don’t Have Time for Music” Is Really a Solvable Scheduling Problem (Not a Music Problem)
Every parent hits this moment:Life gets busy, schedules tighten, sports overlap, homework piles up, and suddenly it feels like something has to give. Too often,
September 8, 2026
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Setting Students Up for Success at Home: Why Environment Matters More Than Motivation
If a child isn’t practicing at home, most parents assume one of two things: But in many cases, the real explanation is far simpler and
August 11, 2026
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When It’s Time for the Next Musical Chapter: Why Growth Sometimes Means Change (Not Quitting)
One of the most important things parents need to understand about music education is this: Music is not a straight line.It evolves. Just like your
July 14, 2026
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How to Find Time for Music Practice: The Real Truth About Busy Kids, Schedules, and Consistency
Parents tell me all the time: “We just don’t have time to practice.” “Our schedule is insane.” “Between school, sports, homework, and everything else, there’s
June 23, 2026
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Why Your Child Really Isn’t Practicing, and What to Do About It
The Truth Behind Practice You Don’t See, And What to Do When Practice Really Is Missing Parents say it every week:“My child isn’t practicing.” But
June 9, 2026
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Which Instrument Should My Child Play?
A Parent’s Guide to Starting Smart, Not Fast Choosing your child’s first instrument is exciting and overwhelming. With so many options, it’s hard to know
May 26, 2026