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Can my child get away with playing on a too-big violin?

Sometimes it might be tempting to get your child a violin that is a bit...

Why you should listen to your pieces

Something I’ve heard repeatedly throughout my years of orchestral playing is “go home and listen...

How to prepare for an orchestra rehearsal

Being prepared for an orchestral rehearsal will mean that you won’t be stressing about playing...

Composer spotlight: Johann Sebastian Bach

It goes without saying that Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) is one of the greatest composers...

Managing kids’ busy schedules

Do you feel as though your children have more of a social life than yourself?...

The lure of drums

Music started with the most primitive of instruments – our bodies. Beating on things to...

Tips for a successful audition

Playing as part of an ensemble is a fun and rewarding experience, but the audition...

IWIM 2020 Yearly Concert

We are excited to announce that whilst we are unable to be physically together this...

AMEB Video Exam Rules & Tips

To enable students to keep working towards their musical goals while keeping everyone safe during...

The 4 keys to a successful music lesson at home

When you have a lesson at home, whether online or in person, you need to...

Have a Musical Father’s Day!

Music is known to help create and cement moments into our memory What better way...

Marathon training and music – how to track your progress

Call me crazy, but I’m training for a marathon. I’m working hard at improving, building...

Why private lessons should be tailored to the student

A good music teacher does not look for future celebrities in the arts, but should...

Developing Social Skills through Music

Creating and maintaining positive social relationships is essential for our physical and mental health and...

Home schooling and music appreciation

Our recent experience of having our children schooling from home has made many of us...