As a guitarist and guitar teacher, I’m often asked something along the lines of “How hard is it to learn to play guitar?” It’s a fair question, and like many questions that mirror this one, there isn’t a one size fits all answer. The idea is too large, even though the question is an appropriate one. The really unsatisfying short answer you’ll hear is “It’s as hard as you make it.” Instead, a better question might be “What can I do with the guitar, and how can I get there?”, though that is also asking something too big.
We all need a little more “levity” in our lives---moments when we can laugh with ourselves and relax a bit more with life’s experiences. And if we can help other people smile, then that’s even better!
At LessonFace we think a good bit about the greater implications of our service, and one of the issues that occupies the top of our minds is how lifestyle changes our energy dependency. So, we asked noted energy expert Dan Fischl, Ph. D, to compare the energy usage of driving to a traditional lesson across town vs. meeting with an expert teacher on LessonFace.
As the year comes to a close, we are proud to present our 96 Teachers of the Year - one for each active lesson subject on Lessonface, from acoustic guitar to xylophone. Congratulations to this amazing group, and all the other talented experts on Lessonface as well! In this challenging year, your guidance and joy have been an inspiration to many.
Little did I know how much music would influence my life the day I first set my fingers on a piano keyboard. I first began piano lessons when I was five years old, my feet barely able to touch the pedals. Not only did I take weekly lessons, but I also participated in competitions and took annual listening and music theory exams. Soon, I started playing cello and French horn, as well as taking horseback riding, fencing, and dance lessons. Although I eventually decided to pause my music education once I entered into high school so that I could focus more on dance, I am still determined to
As if you needed more reasons to learn an instrument, this article will explore some of science’s discoveries on the subject of the benefits of music lessons. This topic is also significant as more and more arts programs are cut in schools around the United States due to economic restrictions. The benefits of music education underscore the importance of keeping these programs in school curricula.
Lessonface staff is in sweet sunny California right now. Because we're spending the next couple of days at the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) show, our team may take slightly longer to respond to incoming inquiries.
To kick off this awesome new year, here's a quick run down in two incredibly brief videos that give a very quick view as to how things are working these days.
