New ISM in Potomac
International School of Music to host Grand Opening at its New Location in Potomac We invite you to join us for our Grand Opening on Sunday, January 27 from 1-4 pm at our new location: 11325 Seven Locks Road, #255 Potomac, MD 20854 RSVP for Free The celebration of the new facility is free and open to the community members [...]
Ear Training
Quick Tips to Develop Your Ear! What is ear training? Put simply, ear training (also known as aural skills) is how we connect hearing and thinking. Just as you learn to read words in your head, you can learn to hear notes in your head (audiate) to play or sing without assistance. Ear training helps you use what you [...]
Why Not to Quit!
Why Students Quit Music Lessons (and How We Can Prevent It) Every year students sign up for music lessons, full of hope, inspiration, and promise, and by the end of the school year, many quit for various reasons. Were you one of the quitters? Did you take music lessons as a kid, promptly quit, and live to regret it? You’re [...]
ISM @ Kennedy Center!
International School of Music Honor Students to perform at the Kennedy Center We are pleased to announce the International School of Music’s debut at the prestigious Kennedy Center’s Terrace Theater on Friday, 12/21 at 7:30pm. Showcasing some of its most talented students, the International School of Music will be featuring performances on a wide variety of instruments and showcasing many [...]
Private vs Group
Private Music Lessons vs Group Music Classes You’ve decided to start music lessons and you’ve even decided on an instrument. Now you’re thinking about scheduling and finances, which begs the question: Are private music lessons or group classes better? Deciding how much time and money to invest in your/ your child’s musical future can be tricky, but finding the right [...]
8 Ways to Have Successful Music Lessons
Looking to start your child on music lessons but not sure where to start? Here are eight things that every parent should consider before deciding on music lessons for their child. These guidelines will help you to have a successful, rewarding experience learning an instrument. Start at the Right Age But what is the right age? How young is too [...]