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11 Kid-Friendly Thanksgiving Dish Ideas
Amy Comparetto | November 11th, 2020
Figaro’s Notes – October 2020
Amy Comparetto | October 29th, 2020
Figaro’s Notes – August 2020
Amy Comparetto | August 4th, 2020
My Biggest Recital Fail | The Figaro Insider, Episode 3
Amy Comparetto | April 28th, 2020
This is the story of my most embarrassing musical moment, plus a peek at Maxwell’s homemade diddlybow!
The Story of Figaro Music Studios | The Figaro Insider, Episode 2
Amy Comparetto | April 21st, 2020
Presenting Episode 2 of The Figaro Insider – this one’s a bit longer as I wanted to share the story of Figaro Music Studios with you. It’s been a fun journey!!
Celebrating Our Students | The Figaro Insider, Episode 1
Amy Comparetto | April 14th, 2020
Welcome to The Figaro Insider, Episode 1! Celebrating the acts of kindness and inspiration carried out by our students!
Figaro’s Notes – March 2020
Amy Comparetto | March 18th, 2020
The transition to online lessons has gone so well. Thank you all for your patience and making everything so easy. You guys are AWESOME!!! I’ve been amazed at what good spirits the kids are in. Even though they’re cooped up and probably going kind of crazy inside…
Complete Piano Starter Kit
Amy Comparetto | February 20th, 2020
You can get started with piano for as little as $129. In this article you’ll find recommendations for keyboards and other equipment at several different price points, but if you’re looking for the most affordable way to get started…
Complete Guitar Starter Kit
Amy Comparetto | February 19th, 2020
In this article you’ll find recommendations for guitars and other equipment at several different price points. Guitars are very easy to get started with because many starter guitars come with everything you’ll need…
Figaro’s Notes – November 2019
Amy Comparetto | November 18th, 2019
We’ve had an awesome start to the school year at Figaro Music Studios. It was great to see the kids we hadn’t seen all summer, and it’s always a great feeling to get back into the swing of things. The kids are already working hard!
Figaro’s Notes – October 2019
Amy Comparetto | October 4th, 2019
We’ve had an awesome start to the school year at Figaro Music Studios. It was great to see the kids we hadn’t seen all summer, and it’s always a great feeling to get back into the swing of things. The kids are already working hard!
How Much Should My Child Practice?
Amy Comparetto | May 23rd, 2019
It can be helpful to have a number to use as a rule of thumb, so I’ve created a chart for you to use to determine how much your child should be practicing every day…
Is Your Child Ready for Piano Lessons?
Amy Comparetto | May 9th, 2019
If your child is very young, it’s very important that you make sure they’re really ready before starting. Here are six things for you to consider to determine whether your child is ready for piano lessons.
Do You Need to Get Your Piano Tuned?
Amy Comparetto | April 25th, 2019
If your child is going to take piano lessons, you know it’s going to cost some money. You’ll need to pay for the lessons, of course, and all of their piano books. You may even have to pay for their recitals, and if they’re taking piano seriously, you might want to sign them up for exams or competitions…
Printable Piano Practice Chart
Amy Comparetto | April 18th, 2019
Download and print this practice chart and hang it on your fridge or in another place where it’ll be easily seen. Every day your child practices, he or she can put a sticker on…
What Does it Mean to be Good at Sight Reading?
Amy Comparetto | April 18th, 2019
We put a huge focus on teaching our students how to sight read well. But a lot of people might not know what that means or why it’s significant.
What Can You Expect from the First Year of Piano Lessons?
Amy Comparetto | April 4th, 2019
The first year of piano lessons is critical. Kids want to see RESULTS from their hard work, and we know you parents do, too!
Tips for Choosing Your First Piano
Amy Comparetto | April 2nd, 2019
It’s impossible to become a good pianist without an instrument to practice on at home, but it can be overwhelming to make the purchase! Here’s how to do it without breaking the bank.
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