If you (or your child) are new to learning an instrument, there are a lot of words that probably sound foreign to you. Today, we will look at two major instrument classifications since many new students begin learning an instrument in one of these categories. In this article, we will be comparing brass and woodwind […]
Welcome back to Overture! In previous blog posts, we looked at the hidden costs of renting an instrument for your child and compared the pros and cons of buying a student instrument versus renting one. In this article, we will look at another common option presented by many instrument rental companies; rent-to-own programs. Often touted […]
Your child has decided what instrument to play and has begun taking lessons. As a parent, it is exciting as your child plays their first notes and learns to read music. The goal of starting your child on their musical journey is to give them a creative outlet they can enjoy through school and into […]
Helping your child decide what instrument to play can be a challenge. There are numerous options, from string instruments like guitar and bass, woodwinds like saxophone and clarinet, percussion (drums), and keyboards to brass instruments like trumpet, trombone, and French horn. Some kids may be naturally drawn to a specific instrument, while others may be […]
Welcome back to Overture! In a previous article, we compared buying a beginner instrument to renting one, providing some background on how the instrument rental industry works, and why renting may not be the best or most affordable option for everyone. Despite being far and away the most common path for new musicians to get […]
Joining school band is a right of passage for thousands of young students. Every year, children around the country begin their musical journey, often as early as elementary school. Learning to play an instrument can give your child a lifelong creative outlet, benefit coordination and memory, and can reduce anxiety and depression. As a parent, […]