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I was recently reading a Washington Post article that was discussing the amazing impact of being involved in the arts and learning to play a musical instrument, on our children. Not only do they learn the obvious skill of playing an instrument {some better than others}, but they also learn important every day life skills, such as, confidence, problem solving, perseverance,  focus, the ability to work well with others, how to deal with constructive criticism {anyone who has ever taken piano lessons should be a pro at this}, dedication and accountability.

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I was "fortunate" enough to be able to take piano lessons as a kid.  I remember how I loathed the {what seemed like} hours and hours of torturous agony that was "Up the River, Down the River", "Hot Cross Buns" and the like. After a few months, I somehow talked my Mom out of making me continue, but even to this day, I can still read notes and peck out a tune by ear on the piano, so something must've "stuck". 

I also learned to "play" clarinet in the middle school band {not very well} and I participated in the chorus in high school, which I actually enjoyed {I was almost, kind of good at it too}.

Music has always been a major part of my life in one way or another. There was always some kind of music flowing through my home at any given time. My Dad had an old Gibson guitar that he'd drag out and play every couple of weeks when the mood hit and my Mom was the pianist at our church. I remember she'd start going over the hymns on Saturday evening, so everything would sound just right the next morning.

I have continued the music tradition with my own kids. Steven, the oldest, "played" clarinet in middle school and was involved with the performing arts program at his high school. Kaylee loves to sing and has a really good voice when she's trying and Micah has already been "playing" drums for a year now. They were gifted to him on his second birthday by a very good "friend" of ours, or at least I thought she was our friend.... I kid. Actually, he has enjoyed the drums immensely and has a little bit of rhythm too. I can't wait until he is a little older and can actually take some professional music lessons. {hopefully guitar and not drums}

Finding the right instructor for your kids {or yourself} can be a pain. You really have to do your research. Is this person who they say they are? Are they reliable or are they going to cancel appointments often? Do they have references? Do they work well with children? Do they have a "past"? All these things can be very overwhelming to parents, but they don't have to be.
 
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Your online student account also helps you stay organized with scheduling and billing tools. They provide In Home and In Studio lessons, as well as Online Lessons, which are a popular option for busy families - all you need is a computer with a webcam, a Skype account, and a good Internet connection.

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They offer Over 30 lesson types available, including guitar, singing, piano, drums, violin, dance, acting, and academic tutoring. Now you have no excuse to not get little Johnny or sweet little Susie those guitar lessons he/she's been asking about.

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