Music is a powerful tool for nurturing creativity, discipline, and cognitive development in children. To ensure a fulfilling musical journey for your child, setting realistic goals is key. In this guide, we will explore the significance of goal-setting in music education and provide practical tips on how to measure and celebrate your child's progress. Why Set Goals in Music Lessons? Setting goals in music lessons offers a myriad of benefits for young learners. It instills a sense of achievement, fosters motivation, and provides a roadmap for improvement. As parents, understanding the value of ..read more

Mozart's well-known piano sonata in F major is an exciting and fun piece to play! If you are interested in mastering the piece for your Grade 8 examination or simply for fun, you can watch the video below!  In this video, Ms. Shu Wen will give you a breakdown of the first movement and highlight all the important things that you should work on for this piece ..read more

​As many students begin to prepare for the ABRSM Performance Grade examination, here is a quick summarized guide of all the important things you need to know before recording your performance. The Essentials to know before your recording 1. Prepare 4 pieces  A piece from each Section A, B and C  A fourth piece of your choice from the ABRSM syllabus below: https://sg.abrsm.org/en/our-exams/performancegrades/key-information/  2. If you are under 18, please have a responsible adult present (note that he/she should not be in the video) for the recording of your performan ..read more

The ukulele is said to be like a mini guitar, and they are both very popular instruments that many would like to learn. It may be difficult to decide between a ukulele and a guitar. As such, we have curated this article for you to find out more about each of the instruments. Let’s dive into the similarities and differences between a ukulele and a guitar. (The guitar referred to in this article would be the acoustic guitar).  How are they similar? Both the guitar and the ukulele are string instruments that produce a sound through natural amplification. This means that the sound of the ins ..read more

It is increasingly common for parents to send their children for music lessons at a young age and children often do enjoy learning a new instrument. However, as children grow older and have less time on their hands, some parents face the dilemma of whether or not to cease music lessons for their child. If you are currently facing this dilemma, do not hesitate further to let your child continue his or her music lessons as there are tremendous benefits for you to do so!  At Learn 2 Play Music Academy, we have students who have persevered and progressed through multiple stages of learning ..read more

The recent suspension of in-person lessons in Singapore is a stark reminder that the worldwide pandemic is an ongoing threat and that online learning will become a part of our daily lives. While we are unable to control the circumstances, it is a perfect time for us to stay optimistic and learn to adapt to learning online!  If you are a parent facing difficulties with online music lessons, do not be discouraged as there are proactive steps that you can take to lighten your burdens, and make online learning more effective for your child. Read on this guide to find out more! ​Step 1: Crea ..read more

Are you hitting the gym or working out? Check out our Spotify workout playlists below.  We have selected our top 31 favourite workout songs that make us feel energized! It's so much easier when you have good music to keep you going. Try it and see if it works for you. :D   English Pop Songs K-pop Songs ..read more

(Photo by Lucia Macedo on Unsplash) Are you or your child interested in learning the violin? Are you looking to buy a violin but aren’t sure which one to buy? Fret not, this guide will tell you all the things you need to know about buying and choosing the right violin. ​ The violin is a delicate instrument, with a beautiful sound that is attributed to the material and structure of a violin. There are varied qualities to choose from so it is important to have basic knowledge of the structure of a violin. The following guide will provide you with information on what to look ..read more

The prevalence of technology and the recent pandemic has opened many new opportunities for online music learning. In an increasingly globalized world where the use of technology is growing rapidly, some of our students have chosen to prioritize the flexibility of learning music through both online and physical forms.   Image in the middle: Louvré museum in France, Image on the right: Marina Bay front in Singapore  (Source from FreePik) ​Catherine Pua, who started in-person guitar lessons for the initial 2-3 months at Learn 2 Play Music Academy, had to switch to online less ..read more

Image on the left: Franz Schubert, image on the right: Beyonce Classical music is widely known as the “golden age of music” as various significant music forms were created during this era such as the concerto, symphony and orchestra. Composers who dominated the classical era during the 18th and 19th centuries include musical geniuses like Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven, and Schubert. Classical music can be defined as  traditional structured music that follows established principles of composition.  Classical music may seem boring and dull to some, but it actually forms the foundation of ..read more