Hello KCRB students! Congratulations to everyone who participated in the recitals last weekend! I LOVE seeing our students sharing their music onstage–you all did a fantastic job. Performing can be wonderful, nerve-wracking, terrifying….and everything in between. I’ve also found
Practice with a Plan
Hello KCRB students! Last month we began our series on effective practicing strategies by “cutting out friction” that gets in the way of our practice time. This month, we’ll focus on Practicing with a Plan. A plan for your
Tip #1 – Effective and Enjoyable Music Practice
Hello KCRB students and families! Over the past month I had several conversations with students and their parents about practicing at home—what that should look like, how to be motivated to do it, and how to practice effectively. If
Peer Performances and Music Learning Apps
This month, we are having “Peer Performances” at KCRB on February 26 and 27. These are laid-back, casual, mini performances our students will do during the last few minutes of their regular lesson time for one other student and their
Christmas Gift Ideas for Musicians
Christmas and the holidays are here! Check out a few gift ideas below for the musician in your life: Gift Ideas for Musicians Music Stand – you would be amazed at what a difference having a good music stand
Winter Recitals coming up!
KCRB Winter Recitals! Friday December 1, 6:00pm -and- Saturday December 2, 10:00am All students are invited to participate in these fun, low-pressure recitals to share what they have been learning with family and friends! Please check your email for the sign-up form!
Dealing with Frustration
Hello KCRB Students and Families! Let’s talk about FRUSTRATION when learning music. Last week I started working on a drumming technique that I have long wanted to incorporate into my playing. I watched a video lesson taught by a
Sign-up for Fall Rock Bands and Make-up lessons
Hello KCRB Students and Families! Please note the important dates we have coming up: –KCRB is closed September 4 & 5 for Labor Day. This is one of our scheduled four weeks off per year! The last dates we are closed
KCRB is 10 years old! Jam Session Party
~ KC Rock Band & Guitar Birthday Jam Session & Party ~ KCRB is 10 years old, and you’re invited to the birthday bash! Join us for MUSIC, FOOD, & FUN! Our students began learning songs for the jam session
KCRB Teachers Performing!
Hello KCRB Students and Families! Congratulations to everyone who performed at last month’s recitals! They were amazing and we couldn’t be prouder of the students. One very special thing about being a music teacher is seeing our students grow over