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Are There People Out There That Do Free Music Lessons??
Asked by T.R. from Portland
on August 22, 2007
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I have a three year old that LOVES his guitar and our piano (I don't know how to play at all, but have always wanted to learn too)...anyway, my question is: Is there ...
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- I grew up in a very musical family and studied music in college, so I definitely understand and share your desire to encourage music with your little ones. Honestly, w...
- T., I would suggest two different ideas for this. The first, is if you are at all involved in church they often have music and there are often willing people tha...
- I think it is so awesome that you are nurturing your son's interest in music. Definitely keep up the good work there. As far as lessons go, I've read and heard from ot...
How Young Is Too Young to Start a Child on Music Lessons (Piano Perhaps?)
Asked by B.B. from Chicago
on September 20, 2007
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I'm in the chicago area and wondered if my son is kinda of young to be starting music lessons. He's 5 but will be 6 in October.
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- My sister, brother, and I all started piano lessons at age 5. I think this is a good age to start, but wouldn't go any earlier than that.
- From a music teacher's perspective, I will say it depends on the child and depends on the teacher! Some kids are ready for it at age 5 or early, if paired with a teac...
- I started the violin at 26 months and the piano at age 5. If you can find a teacher to take them at that age, I think it's great. The ears are mroe sensitive the you...
Help with Reading
Asked by T.H. from Los Angeles
on April 15, 2009
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Can anyone tell me if they have had success with Sylvan? I would like to put my 13 year old son in a summer program where he can increase his reading comprehension. ...
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- Tamara, My kids did Sylvan classes (up in Oregon) and they were very helpful in "filling in the gaps" in their learning. I also encourage reading (anything!) as ...
- T., My Mom did Sylvan with my sister for reading comprehension, and really the best thing was the confidence she came out with. She went from being shy and not read...
- Hi T., Reading comprehension is basically, "I understand what I just read." If he doesn't read fluently (speed and accuracy) or stumbles on words he doesn't know o...
Looking for a Good Piano Teacher in the Plano Area
Asked by S.V. from Dallas
on March 10, 2008
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Hi moms
I have a little boy who will be 4 end of April. He loves music and absolutely enjoys playing with musical instruments. I was thinking of getting him started...
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- Darrell Fletcher is excellent. His number is ###-###-####. Be sure to tell him D. Bateman recommended him.
- Have you considered Kindermusik? It's age-appropriate music for up to about 1st grade. I highly recommend Kindermusik by Sheila. Sheila is very experienced and my 3...
- totally love Ms. Darlene Pritzkau. Most teachers dont take them that young. She does and is an excellent encourager of giftedness! ###-###-#### ____@____.com
Piano Teacher
Asked by T.R. from Nashville
on July 29, 2009
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We just moved to the Hermitage/Mount Juliet area and are looking for a piano teacher. If you have any recommendations please let me know. I do not mind driving to anot...
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- I homeschool my children also and I belong to a yahoo group where people post used curriculum for sale and more. This came across the other day so I will pass it alon...
- There are quite a few good ones in the area. We use Roger Burns, who lives in Willoughby Station in Mt. Juliet, which is where my daughters have their lessons. He al...
- Hi, don't know of anyone but, you could call the local churches or maybe the high school band teacher for possible names. I did want to welcome you to the area. I a...
Advice on Buying Piano
Asked by M.W. from Chicago
on October 22, 2008
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Hi Moms,
I would love to buy a real piano. However, I am limited on space and I do not think my husband is ready to make such a big purchase for our 51/2 and 3 year ...
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- I don't have any experience with digital pianos, but wanted to mention that there is a piano store near you in CL. I believe they sell both new and used pianos, as we...
- Hi M., I don't have any specific recommendations for you on what keyboard to buy, there are a lot of choices out there, and you will have to look to see what is withi...
- We started out with an electric keyboard with all those important features mentioned by the other post (weighted keys, etc) and we were very happy with it for beginnin...
Music Teacher Needed
Asked by A.H. from San Francisco
on August 20, 2008
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Hi I am trying to find a music teacher to teach my two oldest boys. One wants to learn guitar and the other piano. Please let me know if you know of a good and reasona...
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- If the other responses don't work out for you, I have a good friend who teaches both piano and guitar, and I teach piano as well. We like to have our recitals togethe...
- I don't know of a music teacher who has openings rt now, but welcome to Emerald Hills. We'll be neighbors... K. Y.
- Carla Deasy, located in the Mt. Carmel area of RWC, is a good choice for piano. Very reasonably priced and good with kids. 1/2 hour lessons in her home, she taught my...
Anyone Know a Good Piano Tuner NRH?
Asked by M.P. from Dallas
on April 25, 2009
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Hi:),
I have answered a couple of questions, but never have I asked one yet. I know you ladies have helped a lot of people find things that they are unfamiliar with a...
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- Here is a tuner in NRH: Douglas Parsons, ###-###-####. I have not personally used him. He was recommended by a piano teacher up the street...who is very picky about...
- I can recommend a very good, honest and Christian company in east Fort Worth. I know them personally because the owner's daughter and I were best friends in high schoo...
- My friend is a piano tuner. He's been in business many years and does great work! He lives in Frisco, but travels all over the metroplex. Please call Glen Greer at ...
Looking to Buy an Upright Piano at a Reasonable Price
Asked by A.B. from Phoenix
on May 18, 2009
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Hi Mommas,
I come to you ladies because I know you are a honest group. I made up my mind that I want to buy a piano for myself and my kids to learn to ...
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- Hi A., Since it's a 'beginner' and cost is an issue, why don't you get a keyboard? Just a thought...good luck!!!
- A., I like Faith's keyboard idea. It might make sense to start out on it and save some money for your piano purchase. FYI, colleges like ASU and MCC get rid of their ...
- I'm not an expert, but I am a pianist and teacher.... I help my students find pianos quite often. If you'd like to email me, perhaps we could talk on the phone and I ...
Need Help Getting Smell Out of Piano
Asked by L.L. from Wichita
on February 24, 2009
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My daughter wants to learn to play the piano, so we found one one Craig's List. We brought it home last night and it stinks. It is an older upright and smells like d...
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- Good Morning L., I did a google search and came up with this site. Read the 3rd or 4th down. At first I misread and thought it was mold you were wanting to remove. Lo...
- Call a local music store - they have names and numbers of piano tuners and technicians. Have it tuned before she starts taking lessons because an out of tune piano ca...
- You can wipe it down with a cleaner that is meant especially for wood like Murphy's Oil or something like that and it should help. Just make sure you wringe out the sp...
