Just a Little Fun.... Ringtone Mashup!

When I saw this video, I loved seeing those flying fingers put to such a silly, but thoughtful use.  We hear these ringtones everywhere and dismiss them.  It's neat to take a moment and watch Tony's fingers recreate something heard everyday.  An artist at work....

This Is How Music Can Change Your Brain

An article about how music can change your brain came out in Time Magazine a a year-and-a-half ago.  Just last week, I brought it up to a music teacher friend of mine, who hadn't heard of the article and then when I mentioned it to one of my student's parents, I was told I should, "send it out to all my students' families."

So, by way of introduction, Northwestern University published a study showing that children who learn to make music have improved literacy, which can result in improved academic scores.  The act of "making music" refers to the engagement level - just listening to music doesn't provide the benefits, students need to be actively engaged in the making of music.

Here, at Marin Piano Studio, my focus is on encouraging a life-long love of music.  My goal is that my students love playing and have it be something they enjoy for years to come.

For more information and to read the article, click here.