Practice Month- 2018 Fall Edition
To say we value practicing at Upper Beaches Music School would be the understatement of the century. But practicing takes motivation......
What Music Means to Me
I never showed any interest in learning an instrument when I was a kid. I am the eldest of three so there were no older siblings...
Practice Challenge 2018: Notes From a Practicing Parent
It's 6pm on a Saturday. My daughter's bedtime is in 2 hours; she and her brothers still need baths, snacks, and the house is a wreck. We...
5 Tips for Painless Practice Routines
I’m not a huge fan of practicing, and as a grown-up Suzuki child, I know my mum hated it too. I’ve met a few rare musicians who really...
Practice Challenge 2018
April is Practice Month at Upper Beaches Music School! We are pumped to share more tips, games and blog posts with you on how to practice...
The Women to Watch in East Toronto's Classical Music Scene
This week we celebrate International Women's Day, and we want to recognize some amazing women in Toronto's east end. As a music school...
Meet My Best Friend
I would like to introduce you to a friend of mine. We’ve been friends for almost seventeen years now. I can come to this friend with anythin
The Best Thing Kids Learn From Music Lessons
There are many group activities available to children in East Toronto; karate, dance, art, gymnastics, and much more. By contrast, Suzuki gr
Best Gifts for Musical Kids
It's shopping season, and nothing feels better than finding the perfect gift for the musical child in your life. Read on for my top gif
Best Musical Picture Books for Kids
If you're like me, and you want to encourage your young children to love music, you likely want to pull from as many resources as possib
