Dancers, especially when they first start out, are always looking for tricks and techniques to improve their dancing skills. While the reality is that the number one way to become a better dancer is simply to dance more (preferably with a good...
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The violin is a complicated instrument. Violinists have to remember to do a lot of things before, during and after playing – whether it’s practicing at home or performing for an audience. So for all our students and readers, we’ve put together...
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(Wearing a nice suit when you practice isn´t required, but it does look pretty cool.) Okay, we know some of you are thinking, ¨Gosh, Myriad´s blog sure talks about practicing at home a lot¨. And you´re right, we do! Because practicing at home is...
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Why is the piano called “The King of Instruments”? It probably won’t surprise you to hear that both musicians and composers around the world love the piano. But how did it get such an illustrious nickname? First off there’s its size and...
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“Sometimes, you are going to be so frustrated you want to give up the guitar – you’ll hate the guitar. But all of this is just a part of learning, because if you stick with it, you’re going to be rewarded.”- Jimi...
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There’s no getting around it: violin can be an especially challenging instrument to learn. The hard work and dedication ARE worth it! But it requires a lot of motivation and passion. So here’s three ways you can help foster your child’s love of...
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Proper piano posture is one of the foundations of becoming a skilled pianist. But it’s a little more complicated than just sitting with your back straight. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a true master, it’s one of those things a pianist...
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Whether you’re a beginner with the guitar or ukulele, or if you’ve been playing for years, practicing at home is always going to be important. It’s one of the keys to a lifetime of musical enjoyment. To help you keep your practices fun and...
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At Myriad, we believe in the importance of continuous learning and growth. And that extends to our teachers as much as our students! That’s why this fall, our teachers will be holding a series of pedagogy meetings. Trust us, it’s a lot more...
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If you’ve been keeping up with our blog, you’ve probably noticed that we talk about home music practice quite a bit! This is because, while musical instruction is obviously critical, practicing at home is equally as important for musicians. And...
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