Emily Bauerlein, BSS Violin & Viola Instructor Caring For Your Instrument in the Hot and Cold Months Taking care of our instruments is one of the most important things to do. When we are living in an area, such as Buffalo, we can never really know what the weather will be from one day Read more about 8 Rules For Caring For Your Instrument in the Hot and Cold Months[…]
Peter Zalocha, BSS Guitar Instructor When should classical guitar strings be changed? Nylon guitar strings are constantly under approximately 90lbs of tension when in tune. That, and daily practice can seem to wear the strings out rather quickly! Generally, bass strings wear out more quickly than treble strings, and it makes sense to purchase extra Read more about When should classical guitar strings be changed?[…]
Shannon Levine, BSS Cello Instructor Why practice scales? Your teacher probably has many reasons for you to practice scales. Here are some of mine, in no particular order: -Tone: develop a full, rich, consistent sound over a range of pitches -Intonation: be able to play in tune in many different keys -Ear training: know Read more about Why Practice Scales?[…]
Shannon Levine, BSS Cello Instructor What is a scale? In the most general terms, a scale is any set of repeating pitches. In the majority of Western music, there are two standard types of scales: major and minor. If your teacher asks you to practice scales, these are probably what you’re going to play (unless Read more about What is a Scale?[…]
Shannon Levine, BSS Cello Instructor In the world of music, scales rule! If you are just starting lesson for your child or you are trying to figure out some of the lingo your new teacher is using, scales are probably one of them. What is a Scale? In the most general terms, a scale is Read more about So, What Is A Scale?[…]
