Hello SKCMA students,
One of my favorite drumset teachers, Doug Auwarter, once told me,
“A live show is worth 3 lessons.” There’s nothing like seeing a great musician perform on the instrument you are studying, in a live concert context. I highly encourage our students to get out to see live music as much as possible – it’s inspiring, it’s educational, and it’s so much fun! In light of that, I wanted to highlight some great shows happening in KC soon:
KC Symphony with Yo-Yo Ma – Sept. 30
KC Symphony Mobile Music Box – Free! Outdoor at parks around the city through Oct. 27.
Lenexa Outdoor Concert Series – Free! Various dates and bands
Back Alley Brass Band Oct. 2
Chris Stapleton – Oct. 9
Many of the SKCMA teachers also perform – ask your teacher where they are playing and go see them do their thing!
And, of course, our own Fall Recitals that are just around the corner – on November 9 and 10, the SKCMA students will be performing! 🍂
Here’s to your musical success!
Laura Lee Crandall, owner
(816) 682-3470
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Referral Rewards – We love our SKCMA students and want more just like you!
If you refer a friend or non-immediate family member to us and they sign up for music lessons, we’ll send you a $25 Amazon gift card!
Student of the Month – Isabella Freeman
Q: Why did you start taking music lessons?
I: My grandma had a piano and I wanted to learn!
Q: What’s your favorite song you’ve learned so far?
I: “Old McDonald Had a Song”
Q: Do you have any future goals for your music/instrument?
I: I would like to take singing lessons.
Isabella’s teacher, Ezra, chose Isabella because, “She practices consistently and is making steady progress.”
Congratulations, Isabella!
Did You Know…
- Music can help plants grow faster.
- Listening to music can reduce anxiety.
- Babies can hear music while in the womb and can react to the music they hear.
- There is a band called Vegetable Orchestra, and they play instruments made from carrots and zucchini. (you can find them on Youtube!)
- Music therapy can help heal brain injuries.
- Your heart rate can sync to the beat of the music you’re listening to.
- There is a scientific term for getting a song stuck in your head: It’s called an “earworm”!
Oct. Makeup Lesson – 10/23
Fall Recitals – 11/9 – 11/10
Thanksgiving Closure – 11/24