written by Mark Grundhoefer, musician and music instructor at Metro Music Makers I grew up making music the old-fashioned way. My first album of original material was recorded by my high school band and tracked to tape in the back of a gas station in Flomaton, Alabama. No computerized instruments. No digital shortcuts. If you … Read more
written by Allison Jarrell As summer winds down and school gears up, I wanted to take a moment to acknowledge the strange mix of excitement and melancholy that this time of year can bring. After a season of sunshine, travel, and a slower pace, it’s not always easy to jump back into schedules, routines, and … Read more
written by Allison Jarrell, Metro Music Makers Founder and CEO This summer, a simple phrase spoken by a customer unexpectedly changed the way I see everything. “Music is an ocean,” she said. I smiled, maybe even laughed a little, and said, “That’s my new mantra.” It was a lighthearted moment, but it stuck. And over … Read more
written by Allison Jarrell, Metro Music Makers Founder and CEO I recently got caught up in the new TV series, House of David, and one moment in particular struck me deeply. Saul’s wife, Ahinoam, dismisses David with the phrase, “He’s just a musician.” At that moment, David is underestimated, seen as nothing more than a young … Read more
written by Allison Jarrell, LPMT, MT-BC, and Metro Music Makers Founder and CEO Have you ever wondered why musicians seem to have an uncanny ability to remember things? Or why so many studies link learning an instrument to higher cognitive function? Science has shown time and time again that playing music isn’t just an enjoyable … Read more
written by MMM instructor Mark Grundhoefer A Note from the Editor One of the most common questions we hear as music teachers is, “How long will it take for my child—or myself—to learn how to play an instrument?” It’s a natural question, but as musicians, we understand that the learning process never truly ends. Music … Read more
written by Allison Jarrell, MMM Founder and CEO Last Saturday, I had the privilege of attending the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s performance, which featured a breathtaking rendition of Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on a Theme by Paganini. The guest pianist’s virtuosic performance was so moving that, at one point, my eyes welled with tears. It was one of those … Read more
written by MMM teacher Canangela Boyd-Robertson The Role of Gospel Music At its core, gospel music reflects the passion and intensity of religious faith and a yearning for connection with God. This fervor is what has made gospel music one of our most beloved musical and cultural influences. A collage of suffering, struggle, victory, and … Read more
As a musician, it is important to continuously learn and grow in your craft. One of the best ways to do this is by attending summer music camps. Metro Music Makers summer camps offer a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in music, learn from experienced instructors, and connect with other passionate musicians. In this article, … Read more
written by Annie Murphy, MT-BC Most of us spend our days listening to music whether it is on our commute to work, while cooking dinner, doing chores around the house, or while working out. Music can elicit a wide variety of emotions and because of this, music can be a powerful tool to use when … Read more
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