Beginning Music Lessons for Children and Adults
Master the dreamy 90s classic “Fade Into You” by Mazzy Star with this easy-to-follow guitar tutorial. We break down the A-E-Bm chord progression, offer simplified power chord alternatives for beginners, and master the signature 6/8 strumming pattern. Perfect for acoustic players looking to capture that iconic atmosphere.
In the world of music theory and performance, understanding scales is the foundation of everything from improvisation to songwriting. Today, we’re diving into a fundamental but essential exercise: The E Minor Diatonic Scale.
New Orleans is the birthplace of jazz, and its early history is synonymous with the legendary Buddy Bolden. While Bolden never recorded his music, his legacy is captured in some of the most enduring compositions in the jazz and blues canons. One of the most famous pieces attributed to him is the “Buddy Bolden Blues” (also known as “I Thought I Heard Buddy Bolden Say”).
We often hear that music is “good for the soul,” but modern neuroscience shows it’s actually one of the best things you can do for your brain. At MC Music Lessons, many of our adult students join us not just for the love of the craft, but as a strategic investment in their long-term cognitive health.
Parents want to give children every possible advantage. Many sign their kids up for sports for physical health and tutoring for academic success. Did you know that one of the …
Take advantage of our New Year’s Piano Lessons Sale and finally check “learn piano” off your bucket list. Whether you are looking to spark a new passion for your child …
Have you ever wondered why a minor chord feels “sad” or why your foot starts tapping instinctively to a steady beat? The bridge between the notes on a page and …
Give the gift of music with Kevin McClain and the lasts day for Holiday Sales at McMusic Lessons & Performances! Today only—December 31st, 2025—I am hosting the last days of …
Time Warp is a song composed by Richard O’Brien and Richard Hartley. Watch the music teacher at McMusic Lessons & Performances perform the song with a student. The music instructor …
Just the Two of Us by Bill Withers performed by Music teacher and piano student at McMusic Lessons & Performances. The music instructor creates live performance and exercise senerios in …