Teaching Tomorrow's Superstars!

Andrew J. Glick Music Studio

Music “theory” covers just about all aspects of music other than the act of performing. Naming notes, understanding rhythm and tempo, what makes a Christmas carol different from a church hymn are just a few of the aspects of music theory. Learning it takes you beyond the level of mimicking a song by ear to understanding how the song was put together by the composer leading to making your performances more meaningful to you and your audience.

Yes. If you’re studying voice or flute, you can get by with an inexpensive digital keyboard. For piano, try to buy the best you can afford — a grand piano is ideal. If you need something less expensive, consider a digital piano. If you are going to buy an electronic keyboard, it is essential that it has “WEIGHTED, GRADED or HAMMER-ACTION KEYS.” A digital piano with a three-pedal console is also highly desirable. These instruments can be found for less than $1,000, never need tuning and sound quite good. Be aware, though, that true pianos have subtleties of tone that aren’t always replicated electronically.

 

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 I do indeed, but one should remember that the fundamental skills developed in the first year or more are essentially the same whether you wish to play classical, jazz or punk. Although much can be learned “by ear,” the ability to read traditional manuscripts will allow the learning and performance of new, and therefore unrecorded pieces. Furthermore, the skills developed for playing classical music beyond the intermediate level have been proven to increase the performer’s skill in other styles. The best of superstar pop musicians -- and especially songwriters -- have had formal training in classical music.

Frequently Asked Questions

MUSIC IS SERIOUS, BUT FUN! I use a combination of techniques that have been developed by leading instructors. My primary emphasis is on learning how to perform sensitively and accurately with a minimum amount of frustration. I take a holistic approach that deals with each student’s particular needs and involves low-impact yoga and other mind-body methods to minimize performance anxiety and enhance the overall musical experience.

What is your teaching style?

Do you teach music other than classical?

Do I need a piano or a keyboard?

What is music theory and why do I need to learn it?

Italian is used as the preferred language for teaching beginning voice lessons because it has pure and unambiguous vowel sounds and very straightforward pronunciation rules. Bel canto is a vocal technique that evolved from the earliest operatic styles. It emphasizes evenness and  clarity of sound throughout the vocal range along with the agility and flexibility necessary for singing the operas of the late 18th century to today. Learning the basics of bel canto will prepare you for singing any style of music from opera to rap.

What is bel canto, and why should I learn to sing in Italian?

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