The exact origin of the guitar still remains a mystery. Even though we can’t definitively pinpoint the origin of the guitar, we can see how the guitar has evolved throughout history. The ancestors of the guitar are two other stringed...
Read moreMany new and prospective students are under the false assumption that to learn how to play an instrument you need to spend an insane amount of time practicing. It is true that the more you put into something, the more you get out of it. However...
Read morePlaying a musical instrument is the brain’s equivalent to a full body workout. Science suggests that the ideal age to start learning an instrument is between the ages of four and seven. However, science also shows that it’s never too...
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Performing in front of an audience can be scary for young musicians! We understand that you have been preparing for your music performance and we want to help you keep those nerve under control! Here are some tips for you to use prior to your...
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Education is an important part of development in children and adults! You may ask “How does music benefit learning?” We are here to tell you that music education impacts many aspects of learning and education in general! Music...
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Hi everyone! First off, we want to say Happy New Year to everyone! We hope you all had a wonderful time over the holidays. Over the years, we’ve had a lot of students talk to us about music related New Year’s resolutions. We often get asked...
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Hi everyone! We hope you’re all as excited for Thanksgiving as we are! Today’s post is going to be a quick one, but a good one. Self study is an often overlooked technique for improving as a musician, dancer, or singer. Luckily, it’s a...
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Parents often ask us what they can do to help their child become a better musician. At Myriad, we provide all the instruction and structure young musicians need to succeed. But having helpful, encouraging parents does make a big difference!...
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Hi everyone! We hope you’ve been having as great a week as we have! We’re SUPER excited to announce this school year’s VERY FIRST THEME WEEK! Who else is ready to celebrate Halloween? Halloween festivities will be happening October 26th-31st for...
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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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