In a world driven by distractions, formal music lessons may help improve students' focus. How? In a recent study from the British Journal of Psychology, students without music training and students with music training were tasked with watching a computer program with intermittent disruptions. The study found that "participants with formal musical training responded faster and showed fewer lapses in attention, in comparison to those with no music lessons." Further research fro

(By Andrea from TeachPianoToday.com) (Photo credit: Pixabay.com) 1. Recitals provide a tangible goal to work towards. In having a set date and a pre-planned performance selection, your child learns how to manage their practice time and what it feels like to polish and perfect a piece. 2. Recitals provide an opportunity to feel successful. Learning the piano requires many, many hours of solo practice. Performing gives your child the recognition they deserve for their hard wo

MML faculty member, Campbell Helton is a versatile musician currently studying piano, violin, and composition at Utah State University. Alongside her studies, she teaches all three disciplines. Recently, she performed her junior violin recital and premiered two original works for piano and strings in collaboration with a local dance company. See photos of her accomplishments below! Campbell performed on violin at her junior recital Campbell premiered a piano piece, “Prelude i

Get to know Mobile Music Lessons piano and violin faculty member, Campbell Helton! Learn more about her on our faculty page. Read more faculty spotlights on our blog. Q: How did you get started playing your chosen instrument? A: I started playing piano when I was 5 and violin at 7– my older siblings played and I fell in love with them both! Q: What is your favorite piece or composer and why? A: Brahms’s late intermezzi (op. 117 and 118) are beautiful piano pieces that remind