Studies have shown that assiduous instrument training from an early age can help the brain to process sounds better, making it easier to stay focused when absorbing other subjects, from literature to tensor calculus.
By now we’ve all probably had some extra time to practice our trombones. If you have the time, but you’ve been lacking motivation, here are some April themed recordings with amazing trombonists to check out. Jim Pugh, Curtis Fuller, and JJ Johnson knock it out of the park on these tunes!
Starting Wednesday, April 8th we will be open our normal business hours to take phone, email, and online orders. Our showrooms will remain closed for now.
Every order during the stay-at-home executive order will receive free shipping.
Our normal business hours are:
M-F: 10am 6pm
SAT: 10am – 4pm
SUN: Closed
You can contact us by using the information below:
Paige’s Music – Retail Sales:
317-842-2102
800-382-1099
sales@paigesmusic.com
Paige’s Music – Repair:
317-577-3415
800-337-0471
repair@paigesmusic.com
Paige’s Music – Accounting:
317-577-3429
800-795-4149
accounting@paigesmusic.com
Chops Percussion
317-813-2070
1-877-900-3786
chops@chopspercussion.com
Encore Orchestral Strings
317-577-3434
800-974-4713
hello@encoreorchestral.com
Indy Flute Shop
317-813-2044
877-553-5883
erin@indyfluteshop.com
“I would say that music is the easiest means in which to express, but since words are my talent, I must try to express clumsily in words what the pure music would have done better.”
I’ve got some news for everyone: I am a trumpet junkie. I have always been fascinated by different brands and models and have even experienced many cases of FOMO (fear of missing out) when it comes to my equipment. I’ve taught several students and have had to have this conversation many times and have even asked for personal recommendations. Today is just a quick look at what instruments you should purchase and when, depending upon your musical path. While it is super difficult to give a recommendation without hearing people play or know what their interests are, I will give some fairly general model recommendations from the “Big Three” brands of trumpets along with a few special suggestions when needed. Today we will discuss instruments needed for those who want to primarily be Jazz/Commercial players and they will be in order of importance. (Your timeline may vary. Please consult your teacher/professor on when it is appropriate to purchase these instruments)
Majorities of parents whose children are involved in music classes also credit music education for making them happier, more focused, more self-disciplined, stronger academically and more helpful.
If you are one of the “essential workers” out there, I would like to personally thank you for your hard work. If you are a “non-essential worker” you’re probably finding yourselves with a little extra time. It’s easy to get sucked into new shows and movies, and I have definitely been guilty of that myself. My biggest advice for those of you at home right now is to create a daily schedule and to-do list. This should include general upkeep to your home and yourself, but it’s also a fantastic opportunity to dedicate some extra time to our musicianship.
Here are five online resources to keep you busy while quarantining:
In compliance with the recent executive order issued by Governor Holcomb, Paige’s Music and our specialty shops Chops Percussion, Encore Orchestral Strings & Indy Flute Shop will be temporarily closed until Tuesday, April 7th. During this time we will not have access to our facility. So, there will be no in-store or curbside pick-up and no outbound shipments or deliveries. We will be monitoring e-mails remotely and will respond within 24 hours to your e-mail inquiries.
To insure that your inquiry is directed to the best person to help you, please use the appropriate e-mail address below:
To reach our specialty shops:
We will be ready to serve you as soon as this closure order is lifted. In the meantime, please take advantage of this unexpected opportunity to enjoy the beautiful gift of music with your loved ones!
Sincerely,
The Paige’s Music team