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Uncovering the Origins of New York Musical Style

Explore the rich history and cultural influences that have shaped the unique music genre that originated in New York. The Melting Pot of...

Navigating Budget Cuts in Schools' Art and Music Programs

Exploring the impact of budget cuts on art and music programs in schools and strategies to navigate these challenges. Impact of Budget...

The Power of Music: Mental Health Benefits of Playing Music

Discover the incredible impact that playing music can have on your mental health and well-being. The Science Behind Music and the Brain...

How often Should you change your guitar strings?

Signs that indicate it's time for a change When your guitar strings start to sound dull or lifeless, it's a clear sign that it's time for...

10 Reasons to Learn a Musical Instrument

Practically anyone can learn a musical instrument and enjoy playing music. Here are 10 reasons to do just that.

Beginner’s Guitar Buying Guide

So, you or your child have settled on learning to play guitar. They or you may have watched countless hours of YouTube videos of classic...

How Do I Choose a Musical Instrument?

Have you considered making 2022 sound better by learning to play a musical instrument?

The Mental, Physical and Emotional Benefits of Learning to Play an Instrument

Young people today face significant challenges that affect their mental, emotional and physical health. Just a simple search of the news...

Rocking to the Sounds of Rye

To the casual observer, Rock Island Sound appears to be a small, local store quietly selling, renting, and repairing guitars. For those...