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As the weather turns a little cooler, you may be thinking about indoor activities to boost your spirits and energize your mind. Lots of students, we find, consider fall to be a great time to take a big step forward on your or your child's musical journey.

Most teachers on Lessonface offer a deal that is just right for this time of year: 10 lessons for 10% off. If you start with the lessons in the next two weeks, you'll finish up the set of lessons just before the holiday season begins.

What's the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of the ukulele? Is it of someone playing Somewhere Over the Rainbow? Or a singer/songwriter playing a soft ballad? Something like the volcano love song in the Pixar short film? I'm here to tell you that the ukulele can do so much more than that. Don't get me wrong, I love sentimental ballads, but the ukulele can also lead ragtime, jazz, blues, or strange, ethereal tunes, too. 

I fell in love with classical guitar decades ago, and have been wanting to learn ever since.  Did I miss my chance?

My youngest child just started school, and I want to do something for myself.  Am I too old for music lessons?

I just retired and finally have time for a hobby.  I really love flamenco and Spanish guitar, but it seems so difficult.  Can an old dog learn new tricks?

Use this simple method to improve your students’ hand-eye coordination. Explain the methods involved, and then demonstrate a few times before testing. For younger/beginner students, it introduces the value of hand-eye coordination. It’s also effective in a group setting with multiple students. This is a proven method I have used for years.