What Music Inspires You??

How does music make you feel?? What is your favorite style or kind of music??
Are you an artsy, classical loving person who is inspired by slow, beautiful music??
Are you a daring, fun loving person who is inspired by upbeat, party music??
How about folk and country music, that tells a story and makes you feel good,
is that what inspires you??

Personally, I love all music, and all music inspires me. Classical music inspires me
to be a better person intellectually; upbeat music inspires me to be active and exercise;
and yet, I love those feel good stories as well.

Tell me how you feel, what inspires you and what your favorite music is.
Leave me a comment on my post, and we will see what the majority likes. :)

~ April B.

Day Trip

Today I had the privilege of going to two different high schools to observe my college music director and her mentor, as they adjudicated. We spent an hour and a half with each of the two high school choirs, giving them pointers and preparing them for festivals. We discussed rhythm, vowel shape, tall singing, correct posture, moving long notes, and much more. It sounds like a lot but we only had the opportunity to touch on most things.

It was amazing to hear the choir before we worked with them and then listen to them after. The difference was drastic! The sounded grown up and didn't sing like little kids anymore. I learned some things right along with the kids as well. We had a wonderful time and I can't wait to go visit more choirs and help them in their journey of music.

~April B.

New Student

Today , was my new student H.T.'s first lesson. This was my first time teaching a grade school student, and I was extremely nervous. To my suprise, I had a great time. She seemed very confused at first ; but once I started to ask questions and interact with her, it was so easy.

She loved playing the little 2 line songs on the "black notes", and kept asking me to sing the words while she played. She learned her first two "songs" so well that I played the little accompaniment part that is for the teacher. She was so excited and just wanted to keep going. We played the songs over and over ; singing and counting together.

I learned today that I shouldn't limit myself and think I am not capable. I thought I couldn't teach kids, and I just proved myself wrong!

~April B.

Why Piano???

Why Piano??? The piano is called "The King of Instruments" because of its ability to play a melody and an accompaniment for that melody at the same time. Many choose the piano because it is the easiest to learn or because it is one of the most common instruments today.

The piano is fundamental to all music. It is the tool used by Mozart and Beethoven to create symphonies and the instrument used by first graders in their school's recital. Beginners and concert pianists can use the piano to impact lives and stir the hearts of many.

Learning to play the piano instills character and teaches discipline, responsibility and determination. The piano can be used to uplift and bring hope to those who are playing and those who are listening.

So why piano??? Why not??? Try something new; I guarantee it will change your life.


~ April B.