Your string has snapped right before a concert, or whilst it’s being fitted to your instrument! We know how frustrating it can be - but why does it happen? In this post, we are going to explore why...

Have you ever heard a weird sound, such as a choke, creak or squeak on your cello or double bass? You may have a wolf tone. Here’s a guide to what wolf tones are, and what you can do about it! Over...

Buying a double bass can mean an instrument to enjoy for a lifetime! Here are some simple tips to ensure you’re showing your double bass love and care throughout its lifetime with you.  Following t...

Buying a cello can mean an instrument to enjoy for a lifetime! Here are some simple tips to ensure you’re showing your cello love and care throughout its lifetime with you.  Following these tips wi...

Buying a viola can mean an instrument to enjoy for a lifetime! Here are some simple tips to ensure you’re showing your viola love and care throughout its lifetime with you.  Following these tips wi...

Buying a violin can mean an instrument to enjoy for a lifetime! Here are some simple tips to ensure you’re showing your violin love and care throughout its lifetime with you.  Following these tips ...

We’ve all been there - as children ourselves, we’ve been bored in music lessons, or nervous about upcoming exams. As parents, we’re not sure about whether to keep pushing or give in to the complain...

We’ve sat down with Yvonne, to get her top tips for setting up your classroom for success. Yvonne has taught in schools right across Queensland for many years so she knows a thing or two about the ...

When you or your child expresses an interest in playing music, you need to decide whether you are going to buy or rent a musical instrument. An adult may not want to commit long-term to learning a...

The stringed instrument family is a diverse and fascinating one. With a rich history dating back over 500 years for the violin alone, it’s no surprise that each instrument comes with its own extrao...

Buying an instrument online isn’t without it’s risks – you often don’t know what you’ve purchased, or sometimes the instrument can arrive as a do-it-yourself. We see many instruments which are unab...

Whether you’ve just started your own teaching studio, or you’ve been teaching for years, here are some of the must-have apps for every studio teacher. Instagram/Facebook Potential students may fi...