Spring Showcase is just around the corner and we are so EXCITED to celebrate another season with our APA FAMILIES! Showcase day is always a whirlwind of primping, pictures, and performing, which can seem overwhelming for even the most seasoned… Read More »Top 5 Ways to Prepare for Spring Showcase
Happy Memorial Weekend! The weather is warming, flowers are blooming and summer is just around the corner. Memorial Day is the unofficial kick-off to the season and we have 5 activities that are perfect for the family to enjoy over… Read More »Celebrate Memorial Day with the Family!
With only a month to go, APA music students are hard at work preparing for their upcoming spring music recital. Some students are focusing on memorization of their pieces, and some are working on dynamics, articulation, expression, and/or increasing tempo. … Read More »Coping with Performance Anxiety
It is that time of year again for APA music students to start thinking about songs for the upcoming spring music recital on June 11 th! It is never too early to begin selecting and preparing your music! While it… Read More »How to Choose Your Spring Recital Song
If you’re a regular reader of APA’s monthly music blog, you already know that there are MANY benefits to learning an instrument. You’ve read about the positive effects on the brain, and how it improves memory, patience, and confidence. You… Read More »Group Music Class vs Private Music Lessons
Spring break has long been known as a week of family fun in a new destination or a classic staycation with the ones we love. Taking time to step away from our daily lives to relax and make memories together… Read More »10 Activities to Keep Kids Busy over Spring Break!
Saint Patrick’s Day is just around the corner and if you’re looking for some fun ways to celebrate with your kids, we’ve got you covered! From simple craft ideas, games, and family activities, we’ve got five great ideas that will… Read More »5 Family St. Patrick’s Day Activities
As we head into the month of love, many parents are looking for fun and Valentine-themed ways to show their families how much they care! There are lots of different projects out there and it can be hard to find… Read More »3 Ways to Share the Love this February!
“Don’t slouch!” “Keep your feet flat on the floor!” “Lower your shoulders!” These are just a few of the comments we musicians have all heard in our lives from a music teacher. Throughout the years, my students have asked me,… Read More »What is the Big Deal About Good Posture?
Looking for some new and exciting children’s books to read to your little ones? Well, look no further! Below is a list of the best new children’s books hitting store shelves in 2022. From beautiful picture books to engaging chapter… Read More »Best New Children’s Books Arriving in 2022