Sage Music® Blog

Why Your Musical Goals Are Failing (And How to Fix Them This Year)

Research proves process goals improve performance 15x more than typical goals. Here's how to set music practice goals that actually lead to results.

How to file your nails for guitar

Learn how to file your nails for the guitar, with a process that works for everyone. Get a better understanding of how the nails work by looking at the most important details. And get a consistent sound across all your fingers.

Directions to LIC School of Ballet

The Reed Anatomy

Learn the anatomy of a clarinet reed.

How to Play the Chromatic Scale on the Saxophone

Learn how to play the chromatic scale on any saxophone.

Brandi's Still Standing

Brandi performs Elton John's classic, "I'm Still Standing"

How To Motivate Your Kid To Practice Music

Learn some simple, effective strategies to help motivate your kids to practice their music.

How to Clean a Saxophone

These are the most basic and effective ways to keep your saxophone clean and working properly. You can prevent 90% of trips to the repair shop, and prevent gross bacteria and mold from growing in your horn by following this short routine each time you finish playing.

How to breathe properly for singing

This is a step-by-step guide to engaged breathing. Engaged breathing is when the mind and the body are both focusing on breathing rather than keeping it running in the background. By using these steps, engaged breathing will become easier to practice not only in making music, but help with taking those deep breaths we all need in our day-to-day lives.