5 THINGS EVERY HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC STUDENT SHOULD KNOW BEFORE ATTENDING A MUSIC COLLEGE 

1) Key Signatures in treble and bass clef.
2) Major Scales
3) The Relative Minor Scale from the Major Scale
4) The Diatonic Triads and Seventh chords in each of the major scales.

5) Develop a greater curiosity of music you are not familiar with. This will help you discover global music that you have been unaware of and also shine a light on the origins of the music you like.`

I have be a member of the Berklee College of Music Faculty
for the past 36 years. There certainly have been many changes
in the…

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"LIFE" by Keith Richards 

I just finished this wonderful book.....it's a must read for anyone who loves music......I must admit that I have gained volumes of respect for Keith Richards and his devotion to music.....he has a level of respect for music and those who make that is second to none.....check it out...Cheers

Two of my favorite quotes about being a teacher. 

“To be a teacher is to have a great responsibility.  The teacher helps shape and give direction to the lives of other human beings.  What is more important, graver, than that?  Children and young people are our greatest treasure; when we think of them we think of the future of the world.  Then consider the significance of nurturing their minds, of helping form their outlook on the world, of training and preparing them for the work that they will do.  I can think of no profession more important than that of…

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