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The Power of Group Lessons: Building Confidence and Community

Unlike individual lessons, where a student may feel isolated in their learning process, group lessons create a dynamic setting that encourages interaction and collaboration. This interaction helps students to learn from one another, share experiences, and celebrate achievements collectively.

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Supplementing Your Child’s Music Lessons with Apps

In this digital age, the marriage of technology and music education extends beyond the classroom. As parents, you play a pivotal role in cultivating your child's love for music. Discover how to seamlessly integrate digital technology into your child's music journey with our following App recommendations.

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4 Famous Dancers Who Were Also Accomplished Musicians

Numerous celebrated dancers have showcased their versatility by not only excelling in the realm of dance but also demonstrating proficiency in playing musical instruments. This dual mastery highlights the intrinsic connection between music and dance, shedding light on the profound depth of their artistic expressions. Here, we explore 4 noteworthy examples:

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What is a Keyboard, Where Did it Come From and How is it Different to a Piano?

Keyboards are more than just musical instruments; they are gateways to boundless creativity and expression. Whether you're drawn to the timeless elegance of the piano or the limitless possibilities of synthesizers, the keyboard awaits your touch. Embrace the journey, and let the melodic world of keyboards open up before you.

We offer piano lessons for students of all ages, skill levels and backgrounds! If you’ve been thinking about learning the piano or getting back into things, we’d love to hear from you. Find out more about learning piano at our music studio in Maroubra!

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10 Fascinating Facts About Music that Will Probably Surprise You

At Music on Purpose, we believe that music is a universal language that transcends boundaries and connects people from all walks of life. In this blog post, we'll take you on a melodic journey through some intriguing facts about music that will deepen your appreciation for this enchanting art form. Let's dive in and explore some surprising facts about music together.

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How Do I Find the Right Music Teacher? Here are 6 Tips to Know You’ve Found a Great Teacher

Overall, finding the right music teacher can take a bit of time, research and effort, but it's totally worth it. It’s important to go the extra mile to find the right music teacher who can help you achieve your musical goals and guide you in your learning journey. Finding the right music teacher can make a big difference in your learning experience and overall progress as a musician.

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7 Tips to Become Performance Ready as a Musician

Performing your music is an incredible milestone to celebrate. It takes a lot of courage, confidence, discipline and dedication to prepare for a music performance. It is no small thing.

By practicing regularly, memorising your music, visualizing the performance, and taking care of yourself, you can become performance-ready as a musician and feel confident and prepared when it's time to take the stage.

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How I know which piano to buy?

How I know which piano to buy? Where do I start? We get asked this question all the time.

Overall, choosing the right piano for you, or your child requires careful consideration of age, skill level, preferences, as well as your budget and available space. By taking the time to find the right instrument, you can develop a love of music that will last a lifetime.

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How can playing music can improve my memory and concentration?

How does playing music can improve your memory and concentration? Playing music requires a great deal of mental focus and concentration, which can improve memory and concentration skills. As you practice and improve you performance, it’s likely that you’ll also see improvements in other areas of your life that require these skills, such as studying, working, or engaging in hobbies.

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The Difference Between Learning an Instrument as an Adult vs. as a Child

Children seem to absorb things like a sponge.

Whether it be learning a language, a new skill, joining a new sport, or picking up a musical instrument for the first time. Children learn. They often learn fast. It’s what they do.

You teach them something new? They absorb it. They believe it. Mostly because they lack the context, prior knowledge and experience to argue against it. Children are often dependent learners.

But why does learning seem so much harder when we are adults?

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