Persistence
One of the things you learn learning music is to be persistent. Music teaches you persistence, because learning music is […]
One of the things you learn learning music is to be persistent. Music teaches you persistence, because learning music is […]
Sonny Rollins passed away on May 25 at age the of 95. The legendary saxophonist of the bebop era and
As Kevin Bales and Mike Shaw prepare for the November release of our new book, What You Learn Learning Music,
I’ve played major venues. I’ve played festivals. I’ve played concert halls. But some of the most meaningful performances of my
In many communities, music programs are described in terms of enrichment. They add color to school life. They support creativity.
There’s a moment that happens when a group of people starts singing together. At first it’s tentative. Someone looks down.
When a Brass Band Shows Up, People Breathe Again On a cold afternoon, a brass band gathers on a sidewalk.
If you want to keep your body young, you move it. If you want to keep your brain young, you
We’re pleased to announce that our Music Life & Times podcast ranks 48th on the Feedspot 2026 “100 Best Music
Now in our third year of our podcast, Music Life & Times, my podcast partner pianist Kevin Bales and I