by Anthony Mazzocchi | Jan 11, 2016 | Building Support / Advocacy, Recruitment and Retention
For the first time ever, music is now cited in federal statute as a stand-alone subject in schools.The timing could not be better. After all, provision for the arts in school curricula should be a no-brainer requirement of a well-rounded education....
by Anthony Mazzocchi | Dec 1, 2015 | Building Support / Advocacy, Motivating Students, Recruitment and Retention
We are a few months into a new school year. Has your child had a performance yet?When students open their instrument case for the first time, they are excited to begin their musical journey. They also want to become good at playing their instrument....
by Anthony Mazzocchi | Aug 18, 2015 | Motivating Students, Recruitment and Retention
Most parents and students start the summer with the best intentions as far as instrumental music practice is concerned. Some families choose to rent their instrument for the summer months and not return it to the store/school. Some even buy a new...
by Anthony Mazzocchi | Aug 11, 2015 | Building Support / Advocacy, Recruitment and Retention
Dear Parents:It is with great excitement that I welcome your family to our instrumental music program!Learning to play a musical instrument and acquiring the unique habits of mind that come with it is one of the most incredible opportunities that our school can offer...
by Anthony Mazzocchi | Jul 28, 2015 | Motivating Students, Recruitment and Retention
Many parents find small ways to help their children with school homework each day. They also may know the basics of how to help their children with things like swinging a baseball bat, throwing a football or swimming. But when it comes time to...
