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How Much Do Music Lessons Cost? … Hold That Thought.
Why “Just Let Them Quit” Is Almost Never the Right Answer
Little School of Music – April 2026 Newsletter
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Student Spotlight: Desmond Fu
Legacy Artist Spotlight: Emily Canham
Legacy Artist Spotlight: Sarah Krummel
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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

How Much Do Music Lessons Cost? … Hold That Thought.
Why Price Should Never Be the First Question (And What You Should Ask Instead) If you’re reading this article, congratulations, you’re already ahead of most

Why “Just Let Them Quit” Is Almost Never the Right Answer
The Moment Every Parent Eventually Faces At some point, almost every parent hears it: “I don’t want to do music anymore.” It can feel alarming,

Little School of Music – April 2026 Newsletter
Growth, Recognition, and Results As we returned from Spring Break, Little School of Music jumped right back into a season of performance, outreach, achievement, and

Why Comparing Your Child to Other Musicians Is the Fastest Way to Kill Motivation
Here’s what to do instead The moment that reminded me why comparison is so dangerous Today, during a Music for Little Mozarts Level 1 recital,

How to Support Your Child’s Music Learning Without Taking Over (Warm but Firm Edition)
INTRODUCTION: Parents Want to Help. But No One Tells Them How. Most parents step into music lessons with the best intentions: 💛 They want their

Student Spotlight: Desmond Fu
Consistency, Humility, and Musical Excellence Trumpet · LSM Student Since 2024 Desmond Fu proudly performed at The Colburn School in downtown Los Angeles as part

Little School of Music – March 2026 Newsletter
Growth, Celebration, and Music in Motion March was an exciting and memorable month at Little School of Music, filled with outstanding performances, meaningful milestones, and

Why “Slow and Steady” Learners Often Become the Strongest Musicians
One of the most common worries parents share is this: “My child isn’t learning as fast as the others.” But here’s something we see again

My Child Isn’t Practicing… or Are They?
Understanding Real Progress, Perception, and the Hidden Emotional World of Young Musicians The Parent Panic Moment Every music parent reaches that moment: “My child isn’t

Little School of Music – February 2026 Newsletter
Music, Friendship, and New Beginnings February is a month that reminds us how important connection is. Connection to music, connection to learning, and connection to