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March 2023 Student of the Month – Chelsea Listwin
This March, we’re so happy to feature CCM voice student, Chelsea Listwin, as our Student of the Month! Chelsea has been taking voice lessons at CCM for around 6 months. She currently studies at CCM’s Redwood City location with Teacher Kaori. Chelsea is always working hard to improve and she just landed the role of…
Read MoreMarch Composer of the Month – Tania León
This March, we are highlighting Tania León as our composer of the month. León is a highly respected composer, conductor, and educator. Her works have been performed by leading orchestras and ensembles around the world. Born in Havana, Cuba in 1943, she moved to the United States in 1967 to pursue her musical studies. She…
Read MorePrioritizing Music Practice with a Busy Schedule
https://youtu.be/sil8TpZXPiw As a parent, you want your children to get the most out of their music lessons, which means consistent music practice. However, with busy schedules, it can be a challenging task to prioritize music practice. It is essential to have a plan or routine in place that ensures your child has enough time to…
Read MoreBenefits of Music Lessons
Check out the video blog below on the benefits of music or continue reading for the full blog! Music education is a fun and enjoyable experience for children, but also has a beneficial impact on their cognitive development and academic performance. Many studies have shown that having regular music lessons can improve skills, such as…
Read MoreFebruary Student of the Month – Sachin Ravindran
This February, we’re excited to feature CCM guitar student, Sachin Ravindran, as our February 2023 Student of the Month! Sachin has been taking guitar lessons at CCM for around 4 years. He currently studies at CCM’s Redwood City location with Teacher Chris. Sachin is committed to daily practice and is always making consistent improvements! Student…
Read MoreFebruary 2023 Composer of the Month – Justin Holland
For Black History Month, we’re exploring one of the earliest American guitar virtuosos — Justin Holland. Holland built a steady musical career as an arranger, composer, and performer, all before the turn of the Civil War. Many people say Holland was one of the most important guitarists of his generation, avidly endorsing Christian Frederick Martin,…
Read MoreJanuary Student of the Month – Pardis Aghatehrani
This January, we’re happy to feature CCM voice student, Pardis Aghatehrani, as our January 2023 Student of the Month! Pardis has been taking voice lessons at CCM for about 4 months. She currently studies at CCM’s Redwood City location with Teacher Chynna. Plus, Pardis has been taking guitar lessons at CCM for just over 5…
Read MoreIs There Such a Thing As Too Young For Music Lessons?
It’s truly a special role that music teachers play as they develop lifelong musical passions for their students. However, when it comes to young children, it can often be quite difficult to decipher the difference between passion and enthusiasm. Of course, while enthusiasm for an instrument can certainly blossom into a lifelong passion, providing the…
Read MoreJanuary Composer of the Month – Joseph Haydn
Joseph Haydn was one of the most iconic 18th-century composers, commanding the respect of audiences and fellow composers and musicians across Europe, and more specifically, Austria. Not only was he an incredible composer in his own right but he also mentored some of the best composers of eras after, such as Beethoven and Mozart. Throughout…
Read MoreWhat Instruments Should My Child Play?
You’re probably here because you understand the benefits that children can attain from learning to play a musical instrument. From creativity to abstract reasoning and beyond, children with musical training have better listening skills and are able to cope with challenges they run into more easily. If you’re trying to help your child explore music…
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