Monthly Archives: October 2010

Used Instruments For Sale Through Music Star Studios; Armstrong 104 Flute for Sale

Yes, it’s true! Music Star Studios is branching out into the world of selling used musical instruments. One of our Nashville music teachers, Sara Richardson, who teaches voice and cello, approached me about a joint venture where we would sell used instruments. I happily and readily accepted this offer as selling used instruments has been on my ‘to do list’ for many years now.

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Inspire Your Students During Their Music Lesson: Listen to Music!

It is important, from time to time, to be reminded of why we have made the commitment to music that we have. If we are involved in the teaching of music, it is our responsibility to see that education does not eclipse appreciation. Most students are in the early stages of their musical development, and things could really go either way. If they lose interest in their instrument, let it not be because we, as music educators, have relegated the simple inspiration of listening to the background.

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Guster and Their New CD “Easy Wonderful”

Guster and Their New CD “Easy Wonderful” I am so excited that Guster has just come out with their new CD entitled Easy Wonderful.  For years I have been enjoying the music of Guster, both on CD and live.  I … Continue reading

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School Series Blog Post: Currey Ingram Academy

Originally founded as the Westminster School of Nashville in 1968, Currey Ingram Academy is one of the Nashville area’s most lauded and distinguished schools. Designed specifically for children with learning disabilities, the school provides a fertile, enriching environment for its students to grow and learn according to the uniqueness of who they are. As the mission statement sums it up, CIA’s mission is in successfully “developing minds, building character, [and] achieving success.” Continue reading

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