A Student Interviews Her Teacher About Songwriting Tips and Insights
Discover the songwriting process through thoughtful questions and insights from a student-teacher interview at Descant Music.
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Descant Music and Art Studio
Locally Owned Music School in Holyoke, MA
Drake Descant
6 min
Summer Sounds - Keeping Kids Engaged with Music
Keep your kids engaged with music this summer! Discover fun ways to integrate music into daily routines and inspire a lifelong passion.
Drake Descant
3 min
Don’t Derail Progress: Why Summer Lessons Matter
Thinking about taking your child out of lessons for the summer? Read this first to understand how it could impact their musical progress.
Drake Descant
3 min
A World of Music at Your Fingertips
At Descant Music, our teachers are constantly exploring innovative online tools for both guiding our lessons and inspiring creativity....
Drake Descant
5 min
How Has Singing Shaped Our History, Health and Personal Development?
Have you ever considered the profound impact singing has on our lives? It's not just an art form or a casual pastime, but a fundamental...
Drake Descant
4 min
Balancing Inspiration and Challenge as a Music Teacher
In the nuanced art of music education, understanding what makes a great teacher extends far beyond mere technical skill or knowledge....
Drake Descant
3 min
Take a Bow: Preparing Young Musicians for the Spotlight
Recitals are a cornerstone of musical education, offering students a platform to showcase their skills and hard work. At Descant Music,...
Drake Descant
8 min
Bands: Navigating Content, Shows, and Social Media
In today's fast-paced world, where social media reigns supreme, the beginning stages of a band is filled with challenges and paradoxes. A...
Drake Descant
2 min
Singers: Match Your Voice with the Right Mic
Choosing the right microphone is like finding the perfect voice partner. It's not only about how it sounds but how it feels and functions...
Drake Descant
3 min
The Real Cost of Playing for Exposure
As every aspiring musician takes their first step onto the stage, dreams of fame, success, and the pure joy of performing live fill their...
Drake Descant
7 min
Overcoming Embarrassment When Singing
Have you ever felt a burning desire to sing your heart out, only to be crippled by a wave of embarrassment? You're not alone. The fear of...
Drake Descant
7 min
Learning How to Harmonize
When two or more notes are played simultaneously in a way that's pleasing to the ears, they create harmony. In singing, this beautiful...
Drake Descant
5 min
What to Expect at My First Voice Lesson?
So you or your child have just signed up for voice lessons—now what? First off, congratulations on taking the pivotal first step toward...
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