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Why Musical Belonging Matters More Than Talent
Why Kids Appear to “Lose Interest” in Music
Why Music Progress Isn’t Linear
Spotlight
2026 Teacher of the Year: Frank Browne
Legacy Artist: Alina Ibarra
Legacy Artist: Devin Kozakis
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Music Creators Course: SONGMAKERS
Tunes or Treats
Studio Class: Improv
Getting Started Guide to Music Lessons
Many parents are new to music lessons and unsure where to start. They wonder about costs, instruments, and what to expect. This guide helps answer
Why Musical Belonging Matters More Than Talent
And How to Find the Right Community Parents often ask me questions like: But after more than 20 years of teaching, I can tell you
Why Kids Appear to “Lose Interest” in Music
And What Parents Can Do When a child suddenly announces they “don’t want to do music anymore,” most parents panic.It feels sudden. Emotional. Personal.Sometimes it
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
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
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,
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
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,
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
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
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