by Sally Fletcher | Mar 9, 2023 | Music and Intelligence, Music and Love, Women Composers
Clara Josephine Wieck Schumann, 1819-1896, German musician, was considered one of the most distinguished pianists and composers of the Romantic era. She was married to composer Robert Schumann, and they had eight children. She was also a piano educator at the Hoch...
by vickie | Mar 26, 2018 | Music and Healing, Music and Intelligence
Students who decide to take lessons and learn how to play a musical instrument will progress much faster if they are aware of these common mistakes. This is a four-minute crash course that will help you avoid these mistakes and what to do instead. I’ve been teaching...
by vickie | Mar 26, 2018 | Music and Aging, Music and Children, Music and Healing, Music and Intelligence
There are many factors that can make someone want to learn to play an instrument. Among the most common could be an inherent passion for music, the simple enjoyment of the craft, or a sense of pride in creating something aesthetically pleasing. But have you ever...
by vickie | Mar 26, 2018 | Music and Healing, Music and Intelligence
The Invisible Vibrations of Music Affect Your Body and Mind Have you ever had a change of mood because of hearing certain music? Each combination of sound waves (harmony) will change the electrical activity of your brain and your general metabolism. If you don’t...
by vickie | Mar 26, 2018 | Music and Children, Music and Healing, Music and Intelligence
What Is Next After Choosing a Musical Instrument and Finding the Right Teacher? The biggest challenge in handling children’s music lessons is getting them to practice. As a harp and piano teacher, I have never experienced a parent who said their child always wanted to...
by vickie | Mar 26, 2018 | Music and Aging, Music and Healing, Music and Intelligence
Have you tried putting some numbers or words to a tune? It’s often easier to remember the tune than the other information. Then the tune reminds you of what you were trying to remember. This article from the Wall Street Journal describes what goes on in your brain...
