My Music Workshop

The My Music Workshop blog

Help for parents raising musical kids

Practical answers on practice, choosing an instrument and getting started, from Mr. Elias and our team.

Getting started6 min read

How to Start Music Lessons for Your Child

There are many great ways to get your child started with learning music, which one is the best? Tons of parents have asked me,…Mar 22, 2021
Songs & activities6 min read

The Magical, Musical Moment!

How learning music can unlock the gateway to a successful life, through being in the moment Why is it so important for children to…Mar 15, 2021
Piano5 min read

Is the Piano a Good Instrument for Kids to Start With?

Is your child ready to start playing an instrument? The piano is the perfect choice. The piano is a great visual instrument. You can…Feb 2, 2021
Songs & activities5 min read

What Makes Christmas Music So Special?

Oh Christmas music. Love it or hate it, we are bombarded by it starting late each November until the end of the year. At…Dec 22, 2020
Drums10 min read

Why the DRUMS are a great instrument for kids to learn!

Learning the drums builds rhythm, memory, hand-eye coordination and more! Oh no! He didn’t say drums did he? The drums are loud! But, the…Dec 1, 2020
Getting started10 min read

The Best Online Music Program For Elementary School Kids!

Elementary children are at a perfect age to start learning music. Is learning music online best for you and your child? What are the…Nov 18, 2020
Getting started6 min read

The BEST Music Program for Preschoolers!

Time to get your kids started in music? Yes! Where should you go and how should they learn music? Let's find out! What can…Oct 30, 2020
Getting started8 min read

Are Online Music Lessons Right for Your Kids?

Getting your children started on an instrument can be challenging. Let us simplify it for you! In today’s world there are so many options…Oct 16, 2020
Getting started12 min read

What Is the Best Instrument for Kids to Learn?

For most young beginners, piano is the best first instrument. The keys lay out music visually, simple songs come early, and it builds a…Oct 12, 2020
Getting started11 min read

11 Ways You Can Help Your Child Learn Music at Home!

Listen to Music Around Your Kids Listen to a Wide Variety of Music with Your Kids Encourage Kids to Move to the Music Use…Sep 25, 2020
Homeschool8 min read

Help Your Homeschool Child Learn Music!

The world has dramatically changed recently (as of Summer 2020). Many families, including our own, are homeschooling for the time being. This may last…Sep 14, 2020
Getting started6 min read

How Much Do Private Music Lessons Cost?

Private instrument lessons or private music lessons, are great for kids. But, lessons can be pricey. Private lessons for instruments like guitar, piano, drums,…Sep 1, 2020

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