Alfred Music Blog

Classroom Activity: Make Instruments from Recycled Objects for Earth Day

Classroom Activity: Make Instruments from Recycled Objects for Earth Day

April 20, 2018| alfred.com
The Traditional Pianist in Contemporary Worship Music: 6 Steps to a Blended Pianist

The Traditional Pianist in Contemporary Worship Music: 6 Steps to a Blended Pianist

April 19, 2018| Alex-Zsolt
4 Vocal Warms-Ups to Introduce Singers to Jazz Harmony

4 Vocal Warms-Ups to Introduce Singers to Jazz Harmony

April 18, 2018| Art Lapierre
Composer Q&A: Haley Woodrow, Winner of Young Band Composition Contest

Composer Q&A: Haley Woodrow, Winner of Young Band Composition Contest

April 17, 2018| Haley Woodrow
Balancing the Physical and Musical Aspects of Instrumental Music

Balancing the Physical and Musical Aspects of Instrumental Music

April 16, 2018| Thomas J. West
4 Skills Graduating Seniors from a Performing Arts Program Should Have

4 Skills Graduating Seniors from a Performing Arts Program Should Have

April 16, 2018| Thomas J. West
Using Jazz to Teach Children Literacy, Math, History, and More

Using Jazz to Teach Children Literacy, Math, History, and More

April 13, 2018| alfred.com
5 Stress Management Tips for Piano Teachers

5 Stress Management Tips for Piano Teachers

April 13, 2018| Heidi Smith
How Insights from the Science of Expertise Can Improve Practice Methods

How Insights from the Science of Expertise Can Improve Practice Methods

April 11, 2018| Ian Temple
Q&A Spotlight: Inspiring Story of Blind Music Teacher

Q&A Spotlight: Inspiring Story of Blind Music Teacher

April 9, 2018| Kyle Conley
Tips for Teaching Jazz Piano... for Two!

Tips for Teaching Jazz Piano... for Two!

April 6, 2018| Wynn-Anne Rossi
Why Your Students Should Use Video as a Tool to Review Practice & Performances

Why Your Students Should Use Video as a Tool to Review Practice & Performances

April 5, 2018| Billy Lawler
Rehearsal Hacks: 7 Tools to Improve Rhythm Skills

Rehearsal Hacks: 7 Tools to Improve Rhythm Skills

April 4, 2018| Katie O'Connor-Ballantyne
Guitars 4 Gifts: Connecting People Through Music

Guitars 4 Gifts: Connecting People Through Music

March 29, 2018| Anna Clark
Free Music Activity: Jazz Legends Word Search

Free Music Activity: Jazz Legends Word Search

March 28, 2018| alfred.com
Visualization and Mental Rehearsal: Using the Movie Theater in Your Mind

Visualization and Mental Rehearsal: Using the Movie Theater in Your Mind

March 28, 2018| Thomas J. West
Using Rote Learning to Develop Pattern Recognition & Memorization Skills

Using Rote Learning to Develop Pattern Recognition & Memorization Skills

March 27, 2018| Amy Greer
4 Things to Consider for Seating Placement of Your Ensemble

4 Things to Consider for Seating Placement of Your Ensemble

March 27, 2018| Robert Sheldon
8 Ways to Establish and Maintain Student Excitement for the School Year

8 Ways to Establish and Maintain Student Excitement for the School Year

March 27, 2018| Vince Gassi
Practice Strategies for Piano Students: Preparing for a Polished Performance

Practice Strategies for Piano Students: Preparing for a Polished Performance

March 27, 2018| Ingrid Jacobson Clarfield
Motivate Students Using Non-Traditional Orchestra Repertoire

Motivate Students Using Non-Traditional Orchestra Repertoire

March 27, 2018| David Pope
Tools to Help Your Students Build Rhythmic Reading Skills

Tools to Help Your Students Build Rhythmic Reading Skills

March 27, 2018| alfred.com
What Are Your Holiday Traditions?

What Are Your Holiday Traditions?

March 27, 2018| alfred.com
What's Your Best Piece of Advice for New Teachers?

What's Your Best Piece of Advice for New Teachers?

March 23, 2018| alfred.com
A Dynamic Approach to Guitar Instruction

A Dynamic Approach to Guitar Instruction

March 19, 2018| Thomas Kikta
Promoting the Importance of Music Education to Congress

Promoting the Importance of Music Education to Congress

March 19, 2018| alfred.com
The Benefits of Introducing Your String Students to Mandolin

The Benefits of Introducing Your String Students to Mandolin

March 19, 2018| Brad Phillips
5 Tips for a Healthy Work-Life Balance When You Teach from Home

5 Tips for a Healthy Work-Life Balance When You Teach from Home

March 19, 2018| Heidi Smith
How Music Theory Can Help Improve Improvisation

How Music Theory Can Help Improve Improvisation

March 16, 2018| John Kuzmich, Jr.
Music In Our Schools: Student Stories on the Impact of Music

Music In Our Schools: Student Stories on the Impact of Music

March 15, 2018| Becky Riffee
Unlock the Secrets to Playing Jazz Piano

Unlock the Secrets to Playing Jazz Piano

March 13, 2018| Gordon Goodwin
Top 5 Challenges for the Adult Music Student and How to Overcome Them

Top 5 Challenges for the Adult Music Student and How to Overcome Them

March 9, 2018| Dave Isaacs
Young Voices: The Largest Children's Choir Concerts in the World

Young Voices: The Largest Children's Choir Concerts in the World

March 8, 2018| alfred.com
Notable Women in Music History

Notable Women in Music History

March 6, 2018| Anna Wentlent
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