Education

Welcome to the exciting world of music education with the Newzik blog! Here, you'll discover all the benefits of music education and the best advice for making daily progress. The teachers who love Newzik also share their learning with you to help all musicians.

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10 common mistakes to avoid when playing the piano

Avoid the mistakes that hold you back on the piano! Tips and tricks to help you play better and have fun at the same time.

6 tips for storing sheet music

Organize your digital scores: filing tips, management tools and advice for a perfectly ordered music library.

Playing music in silence: how to practice without making noise?

Want to play music without raising the decibels? Discover our tips for rehearsing in silence and keeping the peace with your neighbors.

Beginning opera singing: explore your voice and let yourself be surprised

Get started in opera singing: explore your voice, learn the technical basics and be surprised by this unique and fascinating vocal style!

First violin: our advice on choosing the right instrument

Choose the ideal violin with our guide: size, sound, comfort... all our advice on finding the perfect instrument for your level.

5 ways to learn music: how to find yours?

Online lessons, conservatory or private tuition, discover 5 ways to learn music and find the one that's right for you!

Musical arranging: how to adapt a musical composition to an ensemble?

Editing, effects and harmonic work: Newzik reveals the techniques you need to create an instrument arrangement suited to a musical ensemble!

6 accessories for playing the piano in the best conditions

Metronome, bench, page-turning pedals: Newzik lists the accessories you need to play the piano in the best possible conditions!

Guide: learning to read a piano score (beginner)

Staves, note positioning, right and left hand distinction: learn to read and translate a piano score with Newzik!

Diapason: the indispensable tool for tuning your music

Discover how to tune your instruments perfectly with the tuning fork, and simplify your musical practice with Newzik, the all-in-one tool.

All about the metronome

Origins, composition and functions of the metronome: Newzik explains all about this very useful tempo indicator for musicians.

10 tips for learning to improvise in music

Active listening, learning theory, exploring rythm, playing in a group: all our tips for learning to improvise in music!

Music and the brain: what are the effects?

Stress reduction, concentration, emotional regulation, memory stimulation: discover the effects of music on the brain.

5 sites to download choral sheet music

Enrich your choral repertoire: Newzik recommends 5 sites where you can download sheet music for a vocal ensemble!

9 tips for learning sheet music more easily

Having trouble memorizing your sheet music? Discover 9 tips to make learning sheet music easier!

Guide: 6 tips for preparing an effective setlist

Song selection, order, transitions and tempos: discover our practical guide to preparing the best setlist for a successful concert!

How do you write the melody or chorus of your songs?

From song structure to chord harmony: discover the secrets of composing unforgettable melodies and choruses.

Royalty-free works in 2024: scores to be consumed without moderation

In 2024, discover these scores that are now in the public domain. free sheet music to be used and reinvented ad infinitum.

7 tips for learning to compose your own music

Discover 7 tips for learning to compose your own music, from music theory to creating your first melody.

Beginner's kit: the essentials for learning music

Equipment and accessories: discover every musician's essential kit for learning a musical instrument.

6 tips for playing your instrument on stage

Rehearsing, warming up, checking your equipment and managing your sound: discover 6 tips for playing your instrument on stage.

Guide: learning to read and play chords simply in music

Reading notes and chord grids, learning rythm : discover how to read and play chords easily with your instrument!

5 tips for improving finger agility at the piano

Stretching, exercises and hand independence: our tips for improving finger agility at the piano and making rapid progress!

What's the difference between a symphony orchestra and a philharmonic orchestra?

History, chorus and repertoire: with Newzik, learn the difference between a symphony orchestra and a philharmonic orchestra!

Learning the piano in 2023 according to Dan Fogel

Learning techniques, new tools: American piano teacher Dan Fogel shares his tips for teaching piano in 2023!

10 sites to download your guitar scores and tablatures

Discover the best platforms for downloading guitar tablatures so you can learn, revise and play your favourite tunes!

3 good reasons to learn music with the ukulele, according to Aliocha Lauwers

3 good reasons to learn the ukulele.

Singing: what type of voice do you have?

Learn to play the ukulele: the guide

How do I learn to play the ukulele?

How do you choose a guitar for beginners?

Which guitar is right for beginners?

Improve your knowledge with Newzik's articles on music education

From improving memory to developing problem-solving skills, the process of mastering an instrument or learning music theory is a superb tool for cognitive development. Discover all the benefits of music education on the Newzik blog with our selection of articles. Whether you're a teacher, an apprentice musician or the parent of a future virtuoso, we're here to guide you step by step!

The benefits of learning music are many: working on emotions, developing creativity, team spirit and collaboration, enriching personal culture, and of course perseverance! These aspects are beneficial for children and adults alike, whether they're learning piano, violin, saxophone or any other instrument of their choice.