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How Playing an Instrument Benefits Your Brain

Here’s a great clip for our students learning to play an instrument in band this year! How Playing an Instrument Benefits Your Brain

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Posted 13 November, 2015 | by hqualls |in Band Lessons, Class News, Resources

Wynton’s Practice Tips

Wynton Marsalis is the music director and lead trumpet player of the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra. I’ve personally had the privilege of meeting him several times, but I first met him when I was 15 years old. Our jazz band was selected to...
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Posted 11 November, 2015 | by hqualls |in Band Lessons, Class News, Resources

This article is specifically about the health benefits of playing a brass instrument, but I think it’s safe to say that these benefits apply to learning ANY instrument!

10 Health Benefits of Playing a Brass Instrument

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Posted 11 November, 2015 | by hqualls |in Band Lessons, Class News, Resources

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