It’s no secret that we’re passionate about live music here at Globalsound Studio. Between our summer band camps, 7 Week Session concerts, student showcases and Advanced Band events, we put on close to 30 concerts every year! Why do we love live music so much? Because it has the power to inspire people. Witnessing live […]
School is finally out for the summer! It’s that blissful time of year when kids say goodbye to structured routines and spend their days playing outside in the sun. At least….it used to be that way. Summer schedules have grown more hectic than ever these days. There’s vacations, camps, family events and reunions, travel….summer can […]
Since the dawn of time, human beings have sung together in groups. From medieval Gregorian chants to African-American spirituals, barbershop quartets to boy-or-girl pop outfits, vocal groups have continually evolved and remain powerhouses of the music industry (a “vocal group” is generally meant as multiple singers that harmonize and often dance with a backup band). […]
Private lessons teach you a lot about an instrument. You’ll learn basic techniques, build a repertoire of songs – maybe even have a few recitals. Given all that private lessons teach you, why bother playing with other musicians? Short answer: because it’s AWESOME! Long answer: Because nothing teaches you more about being a musician than […]
The Emerald Isle has no shortage of great musicians and music traditions. With St Patrick’s Day just around the corner, we’re celebrating by compiling a list of tunes by Irish musicians that our students frequently request to learn. Read below to see what songs you can ‘Erin go Rock’ to on March 17th! U2 “Sunday […]
“I NEVER had this opportunity when I was taking lessons!” We’ve heard Globalsound Studio teachers express this sentiment over and over regarding our student showcases. Three times a year, our students have the opportunity to get up on stage and show their friends and family the musical skills they’ve acquired during their weekly lessons. Our […]
Love is the inspiration for countless songs. With Valentine’s Day coming up, romantic music is in the air. But what if, instead of a slow ballad, you’re in the mood for something that shreds? In honor of Valentine’s Day, we’ve rounded up the most enduring (and hard-rocking) love songs out there. Check out our list […]
Practice: the dreaded “P” word. No matter how much your child may love playing their instrument, establishing an effective, consistent practice routine can be a quite the challenge. We’ve checked in with our teachers to see what strategies work the best with their students to form effective, tantrum-free practice habits. Keep Your Instrument Visible […]
Christmas carols are perhaps the most beloved and memorable melodies ever composed. But let’s be honest – hearing the same traditional carols played everywhere for a month straight gets a little repetitive. Plus, if you’re a musician (or a music teacher) there isn’t much challenge in performing the same thing year after year. Want to […]
Last week we brought you gift ideas for the musician in your life selected by our very own Globalsound instructors. This week, we’re taking a look at what’s available right here in our Globalsound store! Holiday shopping means more errands to run. Save an extra trip this season and browse our selection of gear and […]
Seasons Greetings from Globalsound! December is the season for festive parties, family traditions and, of course, holiday gifts.Need ideas for what to get the musician in your life? This year, our teachers have brainstormed a list of gifts for music students both young and old. We’ve chosen a new GlobalStar student whose family has made Globalsound lessons a […]
Having trouble deciding what presents to get for the musician in your life? This holiday season, we’ve checked in with our teachers and compiled a list of great gifts for music students and music lovers alike. Our gift guide includes items from our own Globalsound store, and handy tools our teachers use at gigs and […]
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