Category: News and Updates

  • A young boy bowing at one of his first recitals.

    Perform in the 2025 Recitals

    Marissa Vance

    In 2025, Vance Music students have the opportunity to once again perform in monthly recitals and the annual Christmas Recital.

  • What are the goals for practice?

    How Much Should My Student Practice? Part 3: What are the goals?

    Marissa Vance

    When deciding how much to practice, students should make decisions based on their goals and what they want to achieve with their music.

  • A young girl plays the ukulele after determining how much to practice with her dad.

    How Much Should My Student Practice? Part 2: What needs to be considered?

    Marissa Vance

    Many factors are involved when deciding how much a student should practice. Among these are the student’s: instrument, physical abilities, emotional endurance, mental endurance, repertoire level, and goals.

  • A young man practices drums effectively after finding a time he feels fresh on a regular basis.

    How Much Should My Student Practice? Part 1: What do we mean by practice?

    Marissa Vance

    Let’s be clear: practice is more than mere repetition and doesn’t only consist of playing an instrument. To be effective, practice must be careful and consistent.