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Free Introductory Lesson to New Students During 6th Annual “Teach Music Week”

Free Introductory Lesson to New Students During 6th Annual "Teach Music Week"

The Twelfth Fret music school is participating in the “6th Annual “Teach Music Week” event taking place Monday March 16-22, 2020.  Teach Music Week helps to create more awareness for music education and the importance of music. We are offering a FREE introductory music lesson to new students who book during Teach Music Week! This annual week-long action invites musicians, music schools, music stores and other music organizations to offer a free lesson or class to new students (kids &

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Guitar Isn’t Dead Research Shows Learning to Play Helps Us Live Better Lives

Guitar Isn’t Dead Research Shows Learning to Play Helps Us Live Better Lives

Fender research findings revealed that, much like the instrument itself, the archetype of the “guitar god” in music and culture has evolved. Guitar isn’t dead – musicians are playing guitar now more than ever, but in new, innovative ways in today’s diverse, popular music landscape. With the rise of streaming and sharing platforms, artists around the world have even more access and empowerment to create and share music. In tandem, Fender consulted with award-winning neuroscientist, musician, record producer and author Daniel Levitin, who

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The Twelfth Fret Celebrates 3rd Annual “Kids Music Day” 2018

The Twelfth Fret Celebrates 3rd Annual “Kids Music Day” 2018

Join us to celebrate the 3rd Annual “Kids Music Day” kick off – Friday October 5th, 2018. We are jumping in on the international action and placing a spotlight on the importance of including music in children’s education.  There will be approximately 800 to 1,000 locations joining in worldwide over Kids Music Day weekend, kicking off Friday 5 October.  In celebration we are offering a special incentive lesson package promotion – FIVE LESSONS FOR THE PRICE OF FOUR – and profiling

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Practicing, The Internet and 100 Conflicting Opinions

Practicing, The Internet and 100 Conflicting Opinions

  My students will frequently ask me what my thoughts are on various online articles they may have come across.  It might be a specific video tutorial, maybe a how to hold your hands article or a how to structure your practicing time column.  There is a lot of information out there, much of it conflicting and a lot of it in my opinion misses the mark, in some cases by miles.  I remember in one case a student was

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