The Art Of Practicing Music by Adrian Moring Practicing music, just like playing music is truly an art unto itself. As one searches for new musical concepts and instrumental techniques, it becomes apparent that it takes a perfect balance of mental and physical energy to progress. In addition to this, learning to listen intently and […]
Fall Semester begins September 1st
This is the Forbes Music calendar for 2018-2019. Take a look at recitals dates, winter break, Federal Holidays, and more. The new semester will be here before we know it! We hope you’ve had a wonderful summer filled with fun, sun, and music! As you prepare for the beginning of the school year, be sure to […]
How to pick an instrument To Play
Learning an instrument should be fun! Picking an instrument, however, can sometimes be a challenge. Being creative is part of being human, so we all want to play. Learning an instrument will help us develop skills, get smarter, create happiness, build self-esteem and improve quality of life. Many adults can be intimidated by learning a […]
Music Activities This Summer
Musical Activities For Summer School is out and the kids are home. Summer hours kick in and you’re getting off early on Fridays. How do you spend your new free time? Consider some musical activities for summer. Whether you never had enough practice time in the fall and winter, or you have been putting off […]
2018 Forbes Music Spring Recitals – Greenwich, CT – June 3, 2018
Forbes Music Recital Montage Check out just a few highlights of our Spring Recital on June 3rd, 2018 in Greenwich, CT. There were some incredibly artistic performances and our students never disappoint! Many thanks to our participating Forbes Music Teachers and special thanks to the students and parents who make all this possible! Interested in performing at […]
2018 Forbes Music Spring Recitals – Arlington, VA – June 2, 2018
Forbes Music Recital Montage Check out just a few highlights of our Spring Recital on June 2nd, 2018 in Arlington, VA. There were some incredibly artistic performances and our students never disappoint! Many thanks to our participating Forbes Music Teachers and special thanks to the students and parents who make all this possible! Interested in performing at […]
4 Reasons To Take Music Lessons In Summer
Countdown To Summer Music Lessons We often see summertime as the best chance to take a break from normalcy. If you take music lessons during the school year, you should resist the urge to take a break. Instead, consider summer music lessons for a variety of reasons! 1. Keep the mind sharp. While music lessons […]
Tips To Prepare For Your Recital Performance
Tips To Ace Your Recital Performance If you’re preparing for a concert, recital, or performance coming up, make sure you follow these simple tips to ensure your performance goes great! Here are some tips and tricks we use to calm nerves. Get plenty of rest the night before your recital. Lack of sleep is exhausting! […]
Tips For Buying A New Keyboard
Buying Your First Keyboard An interest in learning piano does not necessarily mean you need to own a piano. There are great keyboard or digital piano options that make excellent choices to get started with and transition well to an upright or grand piano. There are quite a few features to consider when making your purchase. […]
Tips For Buying A New Guitar
Buying Your First Guitar Buying a new guitar can be a daunting task for new beginners overwhelmed with information and choices that can often be difficult to make sense of. Lets cut through the noise to give you the basics on purchasing a new guitar, what to look out for, and what you should be […]