What To Do When Your Mouthpiece Gets Stuck

Tuesday, November 6, 2018 No Comments

This is a repeat from November of 2016, but always relevant with each new beginning class of students.  Please let us know if you need help with a stuck mouthpiece!

While at first glance removing a stuck mouthpiece can look fairly simple, it can be anything but.

The mouthpiece shank and the receiver both have specific tapers so the mouthpiece fits snug and doesn’t wiggle or leak air while playing. The mouthpiece may be stuck due to damage to the shank or the receiver. It might be dirty or it may have just been jammed on too tight.

In any scenario the proper way to remove the stuck mouthpiece without damage is to use a mouthpiece puller. There are many different pullers available on the market but the one we use here is a Bobcat or Accent brand.

You adjust the tool, with the screws, so that one side of the puller is pressing against the end of the receiver and the other side is pulling against the bottom of the mouthpiece cup.

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Music In Schools Helps Students Connect With Each Other Better

Monday, November 5, 2018 No Comments

With music in schools, students connect to each other better – greater camaraderie, fewer fights, less racism and reduced use of hurtful sarcasm.

~ Jensen, E., Arts With the Brain In Mind, Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, 2001

The Arts Are Keys That Unlock Understanding and Accomplishment

Thursday, November 1, 2018 No Comments

“The arts are an essential element of education, just like reading, writing, and arithmetic…music, dance, painting, and theater are all keys that unlock profound human understanding and accomplishment.”

~ William Bennett, Former US Secretary of Education

2018 November SuperSale at Paige’s Music

Tuesday, October 30, 2018 No Comments

The “Super Sale” at Paige’s Music is one of our biggest sales of the year. If you are thinking of “stepping” up to an intermediate or advanced level instrument this is the best time to do it. We would love to help you find the best instrument for your advancing student or answer any questions about this special promotion. Here’s how it works – Come to the store and draw a coupon that will allow you to “SUPER SIZE” your savings. The coupons range from 5%-50% OFF* our already low prices! OR – If you would rather not use the coupon that you selected, you can use our 12 months deferred interest* option. There’s no interest as long as your balance is paid in full within 12 months. There are minimum payments due each month and our retail staff can help estimate what those might be.

In addition to these great savings, this is a great time to take advantage of manufacturer rebates for the rental or purchase of new instruments! More information on these rebate programs can be found here: https://usa.yamaha.com/promotions/step_up_to_yamaha_2018/index.html

In addition to these rebates, Yamaha is offering a double rebate during the November Super Sale! The standard rebates of $50 or $100 will be double to $100 and $200 respectively.

The sale runs from Thursday, November 15th through Saturday, November 17th. Our hours are Monday – Friday: 10-6 and Saturday: 10-4.

*Offers valid 11/15/18 through 11/17/18. One coupon per family. 12 Months Deferred Interest subject to credit approval and applies to all instrument and accessory purchases $399 or more. Not applicable toward existing account balances or repairs. Offers cannot be combined. See store for details.

Arts Education Aids Students In The Ability To Learn New Skills

Monday, October 29, 2018 No Comments

“Arts education aids students in skills needed in the workplace: flexibility, the ability to solve problems and communicate, the ability to learn new skills, to be creative and innovative, and to strive for excellence.”

~ Joseph M. Calahan, Director of Cooperate Communications, Xerox Corporation

Lauren Newell – Student Spotlight

Friday, October 26, 2018 No Comments

During 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. Next up is Lauren Newell from Lawrence North High School. Please take a few minutes to get to know her and all that she’s learned from being in orchestra.

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.

The Strength of Every Democracy Is Measured By Arts Commitment

Thursday, October 25, 2018 No Comments

“The rapidly evolving global economy demands a dynamic and creative workforce. The arts and its related businesses are responsible for billions of dollars in cultural exports for this country. It is imperative that we continue to support the arts and arts education both on the national and local levels. The strength of every democracy is measured by its commitment to the arts.”

~ Charles Segars, CEO of Ovation

Britton Watson – Staff Spotlight

Tuesday, October 23, 2018 No Comments

Our staff spotlight for October is on Britton Watson. Britton works with our Retail Sales team and has been with us for about 2 and a half years. Please watch his interview below to learn more about him and all that he does for our Retail team!