Take Care of Your Instrument This Summer

Tuesday, June 11, 2019 No Comments

It’s that time of year….you’ve played your final concert of the year, marching band doesn’t start for a while, and school is out for the summer. Time to recharge and refresh. And now is the perfect time to send in your instrument for a little refreshing as well!

We recommend that you send your instrument in for a check-up at least 2 times a year to keep it in proper playing condition. And what better time to do that then during summer break while you may have some down time. And if you need a loaner to use while we have your instrument, we have you covered.*

Bring your instrument by our store M-F 10-6 and Sat. 10-4, or give us a call to see if we have visits scheduled for your school over the summer. Have questions? Call us at 1.577.3415 or drop us an email at repair@paigesmusic.com.

Enjoy your time off and don’t forget to practice!

*Loaner instruments guaranteed for all active rentals and service policies only. Loaners for general repair customers dependent upon our loaner instrument inventory.

Music Instruction Is Relevant For Multiple Disciplines

Monday, June 10, 2019 No Comments

The cognitive structures developed through music instruction “exposed and illuminated more general organizing structures relevant for multiple disciplines.”

~ Portowitz,P., Lichtenstein, O., Egorova, L., & Brand, E. (2009). Underlying mechanisms linking music education and cognitive modifiability. Research Studies in Music Education, 31, 107-29

The Legendary Bill Watrous

Thursday, June 6, 2019 No Comments

This Saturday would have been the 80thbirthday of legendary trombonist Bill Watrous. As we approach our first June without him let’s celebrate his fantastic career by revisiting some of his most prolific recordings. For younger players who might not yet be acquainted with Bill Watrous read Scott Yanow’s biography on Watrous below.

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The Debut Rental Program at Paige’s Music – 4 Easy Ways To Get A Band or Orchestra Instrument For Your Student

Tuesday, June 4, 2019 No Comments

At Paige’s Music, we partner with hundreds schools throughout the state for easy and convenient acquisition of band and orchestra instruments. For many families, the easiest option is to rent. Renting with Paige’s Music is a great opportunity to participate in music-making. We make rental easy and convenient and provide you with peace of mind.

Here’s how our rental program works:

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School Music Helps Achievement In Math and English

Monday, June 3, 2019 No Comments

An analysis of data from the National Educational Longitudinal Study of 1988 demonstrated a significant correlation between participation in school music groups and achievement in math and English.

~ Broh, B. A. (2002). Linking extracurricular programming to academic achievement: Who benefits and why? Sociology of Education, 75(1), 69-95

Andrew Nguyen – Student Spotlight

Friday, May 31, 2019 No Comments

Over the summer of 2018 we visited the Symphonic Youth Orchestra to interview some of their students. We were curious to find out how music has influenced them throughout their school careers, as well as how it has prepared them for the future. Our interview for today is with Andrew Nguyen from Southport High School. Take just a few minutes to get to know him and how music has made a difference in his life.

A big thank you to Shawn Goodman and the rest of the staff at the Symphonic Youth Orchestra. To learn more about the SYO please visit their website at https://www.syogi.org.

Ben Bruemmer – Staff Spotlight

Tuesday, May 28, 2019 No Comments

Our staff spotlight for May is on Ben Bruemmer from the Repair Shop. Ben has been at Paige’s Music for a little over 2 years and his one of our Woodwind Repair Technicians. Learn more about him by watching his spotlight below.

Arts Education Gives Students Better Understanding Of Their World

Monday, May 27, 2019 No Comments

“A broad education in the arts helps give children a better understanding of their world…We need students who are culturally literate as well as math and science literate.”

~ Paul Ostergard, Vice President, Citicorp