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Resources: Piano
Articles on lessons, practice, performance, and music theory from the teachers at Descant Music.
Pedagogical Attunement: The Quiet Superpower of Great Teaching
This article explores the concept of pedagogical attunement, the ability of a teacher to sense and respond to a student’s emotional and cognitive…
Music Lessons for Kids and the Brain: What the Research Says
Is your child’s brain reaching its full potential? Unlock cognitive growth with music lessons and give them the edge they need!
What is Descant in Music?
What is descant in music? Discover the meaning, history, and how it connects to harmony, melody, and one musician's inspiring story.
Finding Your Voice in the Noise
Discover how to find your voice in the noise of the music industry and create lasting connections amidst constant trends and changes.
Discipline Over Distractions
See how discipline can boost your musical growth, unlock creativity, and make practice more rewarding. Small steps lead to big progress.
A Student Interviews Her Teacher About Songwriting Tips and Insights
Discover the songwriting process through thoughtful questions and insights from a student-teacher interview at Descant Music.
Summer Sounds - Keeping Kids Engaged with Music
Keep your kids engaged with music this summer! Discover fun ways to integrate music into daily routines and inspire a lifelong passion.
Don’t Derail Progress: Why Summer Lessons Matter
Thinking about taking your child out of lessons for the summer? Read this first to understand how it could impact their musical progress.
A World of Music at Your Fingertips
At Descant Music, our teachers are constantly exploring innovative online tools for both guiding our lessons and inspiring creativity. One such gem…
Balancing Inspiration and Challenge as a Music Teacher
In the nuanced art of music education, understanding what makes a great teacher extends far beyond mere technical skill or knowledge. It's about…
Practicing Takes Practice
One of the first questions we hear from parents at Descant Music is about the frequency of practice: "How often should my child be practicing?" The…
Take a Bow: Preparing Young Musicians for the Spotlight
Recitals are an important part of learning music, but not just because students get to perform in front of people. A recital gives students something…
Finding the Right Age to Begin Piano Lessons
At Descant Music and Art Studio, we often hear from parents who are eager to introduce their children to music, asking, "When is the right age to…
Bands: Navigating Content, Shows, and Social Media
In today's fast-paced world, where social media reigns supreme, the beginning stages of a band is filled with challenges and paradoxes. A new band…
The Real Cost of Playing for Exposure
As every aspiring musician takes their first step onto the stage, dreams of fame, success, and the pure joy of performing live fill their hearts. The…
When and Where was the Piano Invented?
A graceful invention that changed the course of music history, the piano has become one of the most beloved and played instruments around the world.…
Jobs for Piano Players: Keys to Your Future
As a musician who has played many stages, mixed myself into the studio world, and now proudly owns Descant Music in Holyoke, MA, I can attest to the…
What to Expect at My First Piano Lesson?
So you've just signed up for piano lessons—now what? First off, congratulations on taking that big first step toward becoming a pianist! Whether…
Keyboard or Piano for Beginners?
Starting piano lessons is an exciting step for you or your child. One of the very first choices you need to make is whether to start with a…