It happens to almost every music parent. One day, your child is excited to pick up their instrument. The next, getting them to practice feels like a battle zone, culminating in the dreaded words: “I want to quit.” Before you sell the instrument or cancel lessons, take a deep breath. Resistance can be a common…
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For many students, performing in front of others can feel intimidating at first. Whether it’s playing a few notes on piano, singing in front of a crowd, or performing with a band for the first time, stepping onto a stage takes courage. But confidence doesn’t appear overnight — it’s build through experience. At Breaking the…
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Music isn’t just art—it’s one of the best medicines for your brain. While we might be a bit biased, the science is undeniable. Researchers have spent decades mapping how musical training reshapes the human mind, uncovering some truly remarkable benefits. Here is a look at what they discovered. Key Findings Better Executive Functioning Musicians often…
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Playing an instrument in a school setting is how many children are introduced to music. This makes sense because most schools require music class at the elementary level. In fact, 92% to 97% of public elementary schools offer music instruction (source). But what does that have to do with music lessons? Once a student discovers their…
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Inclusive music education is a teaching philosophy that ensures students of all backgrounds and abilities have equal access to music-making. It shifts the focus from purely technical performance to the intrinsic value of each student’s creative voice. Here at Breaking the Barrier, we do everything we can to promote inclusivity in our own lessons by creating lesson…
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At Breaking the Barrier Music, we don’t just teach notes and rhythms; we build a community. Recently, we sat down with Betty Ann Jenkins and her son Leslie to talk about their five-year journey with us, transitioning from piano to drums, and why BTB feels like home. The First Note To start off, how long…
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Our School is proud to offer music lessons for special needs students. These lessons are based in Applied Behavioral Analysis Verbal Behavior Approach to address positive behavioral changes. This takes place in the form of language and communication for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder or ADHD. But why are music lessons so great for…
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There are a bunch of different reasons why people attend music lessons. Many people do it for relaxation, the joy of having a hobby, the structure, or the educational properties. On the other hand, there are people who take music lessons to make music their life. This post highlights several famous musicians who started their music journey with lessons. Lady Gaga Lady Gaga has a pretty impressive background when it…
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