From the music room
Note Values and Rests: How Long Does Each Note Last?
Semibreves, minims, crotchets and quavers: how long each note and rest lasts, how to write them, and games to play, clap and count them.
A Short History of Music
From bone flutes made over 40,000 years ago to the music in your headphones: a walk through the story of music.
Hindustani and Carnatic: Two Branches of One Tree
India's two classical traditions share the same roots. Here is how they grew apart, and what each one sounds like.
How Music Helps at School and in Everyday Life
From counting beats to calm before exams: the everyday ways learning music helps children grow.
Indian and Western Classical Music: Where Two Rivers Meet
Raga and scale, tala and time signature, improvisation and the written score: how the two great classical traditions differ, and where they meet.
Why Every Child Should Learn Music
Music isn't only a hobby. It builds focus, memory, patience and confidence, and it's a joy children keep for life.
Note Heads Made Easy: A Playful Learning Journey for Kids and Teachers
Introduction In our last blog, “Stave Secrets,” we explored the basics of the stave, including its lines and spaces. Today,
A day without music can be harmful
Introduction Music is a universal language that transcends cultural boundaries and speaks directly to our souls. It has the power
Music can all be about learning a skill
Introduction Music is a universal language that goes beyond cultural, linguistic, and geographical barriers. While many people like music for
Unlocking The Musical World: The Journey of choosing and learning an Instrument
Introduction Embarking on a musical journey is like stepping into a magical realm where notes and rhythms weave together to
