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BUYING GUIDES
Violins for Education
Stringed Instruments

Violins for Education

  • Nick Walker
  • 4 months ago
  • 709

Strings for Starting It is no myth that the younger you can start learning a musical instrument the better. And the Violin is no. Continue reading

Why is the Flute the Best Instrument to Learn?
Woodwind

Why is the Flute the Best Instrument to Learn?

  • Nick Walker
  • 4 months ago
  • 1,386

“Why do all the other woodwind instrument players envy flutes”? Because they’re the only wind instrument to win the Nobel prize! He he!. Continue reading

School Music Instruments | Save with A-Star
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School Music Instruments | Save with A-Star

  • Lucy Benstead
  • 4 months ago
  • 780

Being one of the UK's leading distribution facilities for school music instruments into the education sector, we understand the importance of. Continue reading

What is the Best Instrument to Learn?
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What is the Best Instrument to Learn?

  • Lucy Benstead
  • 4 months ago
  • 1,349

So, you've decided that the musical path is the right one for you, but you're not sure how to start? First things first; what is the best instrument. Continue reading

TECHNICAL GUIDES
How To – Set up a Banjo
Guitars

How To – Set up a Banjo

  • Jeremy Smith
  • 2 months ago
  • 343

Are you a beginner banjo player with a brand new banjo? Watch this helpful video on How to Set up a Banjo Bridge to get you. Continue reading

Trumpet Facts
Brass

Trumpet Facts

  • Nick Walker
  • 8 months ago
  • 1,178

Q: “How do you get a trumpet player to play fff”?A:   Write mp on the part. We all know what a trumpet looks like. Quite a few. Continue reading

Violin Facts
Stringed Instruments

Violin Facts

  • Nick Walker
  • 8 months ago
  • 3,438

Rhapsody for Strings So, first violin fact. The violin, sometimes known as a fiddle, is a wooden string instrument in the violin family. Most. Continue reading

The Ultimate pBone Guide
Brass

The Ultimate pBone Guide

  • Nick Walker
  • 8 months ago
  • 475

pHistory In 2007, Steve, Hugh & Chris of Warwick Music set out to design an affordable, fun and great-sounding plastic trombone.  Their aim. Continue reading

PRODUCT NEWS
NEW: A-Star World Percussion
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NEW: A-Star World Percussion

  • Lucy Benstead
  • 2 years ago
  • 1,687

Made with expert craftsmanship, A-Star have created a wide range of percussive instruments that great resources both for music and for cross-cultural. Continue reading

The New and Improved pTrumpet
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The New and Improved pTrumpet

  • Lucy Benstead
  • 2 years ago
  • 42,033
  • 2

It’s great news! The award-winning pTrumpet has had a revamp and is now better than ever. What’s Improved? The new bell-bow design makes. Continue reading

Musical Instrument Rental Scheme for Music Education
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Musical Instrument Rental Scheme for Music Education

  • Shona Callow
  • 2 years ago
  • 3,939
  • 1

Are you a School, Music Service or Private Music Tutor? If yes, then your pupils and students could benefit from our Instrument Rental. Continue reading

pBuzz Teaching Resources | Award-Winning
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pBuzz Teaching Resources | Award-Winning

  • Shona Callow
  • 2 years ago
  • 6,203
  • 1

You may be interested in the pBuzz but are unsure what to do with them, let alone teach children. However, you may be a fully-fledged pBuzz. Continue reading

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The 10 Best Musical Instruments for Beginners | Guest Post
Customer Stories

The 10 Best Musical Instruments for Beginners | Guest Post

  • Lisa Paul
  • 3 months ago
  • 506

Mastering the art of using a musical instrument to bring a beautiful sound to life is rewarding in so many ways. Music can instill discipline,. Continue reading

Here’s How Music Can Help Children With Autism | Guest Post
Customer Stories

Here’s How Music Can Help Children With Autism | Guest Post

  • Kay Green
  • 4 months ago
  • 412

The number of UK school children that have been diagnosed with autism has steadily risen over the past nine years. According to the National Council. Continue reading

Customer Stories

Tricks for Fostering Your Child’s Love of Music | Guest Post

  • Kay Green
  • 5 months ago
  • 649

In 2013, a study by the British Psychological Society found that playing music can promote social behaviour and boost problem-solving. Continue reading

Best Ways to Practice Music in a Flat | Guest Post
Customer Stories

Best Ways to Practice Music in a Flat | Guest Post

  • Beau Peters
  • 7 months ago
  • 891

As COVID-19 continues to have a negative impact on our health and culture, external protocols have had a major impact on the music industry as. Continue reading

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