by Alex Beamer | Apr 21, 2020 | Band & Orchestra, Conservatory, Music Education
Stuck at home? Looking for some inspiration? West Music has you covered. We are working on compiling resources and opportunities for players of all ages and abilities to keep making music and staying motivated. We will continue to add resources to this page to keep...
by West Music Company | Mar 1, 2018 | Conservatory
Prabhas is in 2nd grade. He has studied piano with Dorothy Thomas in the West Music Lesson program for over a year, and is making great progress on his instrument! His teacher has this to say about working with him: “In this year of piano, Prabhas has been able...
by Chris Eck | Nov 11, 2017 | Band & Orchestra, Conservatory, Music Education
Every day we are surrounded by facts about the amazing life benefits of music education. A multitude of studies confirm that children experience extremely positive academic, emotional, and developmental boosts from engaging in musical activities. We embrace the fact...
by West Music Company | Oct 23, 2017 | Conservatory, Music Education
Almost every instrument requires some repetitive motion and therefore can lead to injury over time. Even young players can injure themselves over the course of just a few months. The good news is that there is one sure-fire way to protect your child from strain and...
by West Music Company | Sep 13, 2017 | Conservatory, Music Education
How Parents Can Help Their Young Musician Learning a musical instrument often represents a child’s first opportunity to discover how a routine of individual practice leads to ever-increasing rewards. For parents, it’s a rare chance to help their child discover a love...
by Tina Chapman | May 17, 2017 | Conservatory, Press Releases
Coralville, IA – May 17, 2017 – West Music will honor prominent composer Robert D. Vandall at their Two Grand Spring Recitals this weekend at the Coralville Center for Performing Arts. The recitals feature students of West Music based Nancy Cree Keyboard Learning...