Category: Tips

Tips for practicing

October 1, 2026 by Martin Isenberg

I’ve been having conversations lately with several families about what their child’s practice expectation should be, as well as the old question of how to get them to practice. So I’ve gathered together some tips from articles as well as from my own personal experience. Obviously, every child is different and will need different approaches … Read more

Should I let my child pick their first instrument? Or is it better to start on piano?

September 2, 2026August 28, 2026 by Martin Isenberg

When kids get excited about learning music they are often drawn to a specific instrument, but as a parent, should you follow that passion or steer them toward something more practical? Here’s the honest answer — piano is the first instrument for many students of music for a reason. It has the quickest learning curve … Read more