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8 Things You Need to Know Before Starting Music Lessons

Before you start your music education, there are 8 things you need to know before starting music lessons to make the most of your musical journey.

Drum & Percussion Month Livestreams

Be sure to check out our online drum clinics that will be featured throughout the month of May!

Band & Orchestra Month Virtual Workshops

Find online workshops for band and orchestral instruments here!

Gibson Month Livestreams

Check out our YouTube livestreams discussing all things Gibson!

Learning Series 2021 - Virtual Edition

With national and international legends poised to present these live-streamed clinics, this year's offerings will be like no other!

The Essentials of Bass Effects

For the longest time, the world of effect pedals was largely a guitarist's world. But what about bassists? Here's a list of some of the best bass stompboxes.

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About the Accordion (But Were Afraid to Ask)

The accordion is one of the weirdest and most wonderful instrument. Find out how the accordion came to be, how to get an accordion, and how the accordion works!

Maximizing Your Practice Time

Have you ever got stuck while practicing feeling like you're just not getting any further with a piece of music, or a section in a song? Here are a few tips for maximizing your learning curve to get the most out of your practice time.

Reverb Pedals

There have been many variations of reverb types as technology has evolved, such as spring reverb, plate reverb, hall reverb, chamber reverb, modulated reverb and more.

Great Gift Idea Livestream Series

Find holiday shopping ideas for all of the musicians on your list!

Three Ways for Musicians to Beat the Covid-19 Blues

Covid-19 blues got you down? Check out these three tips to help you stay musically active and energized!

5 Reasons Why Steel Drums Are the Perfect Choice for Students

Steel drums are a low-touch, high-performance instrument for kids and students to learn music regardless of your age.