Success Music Studio

Guitar • Bass • Banjo • Ukulele • Mandolin • Autoharp • Keyboard • Piano | Voice #: 978-440-9966 | Text #: 508-561-9724

geoff@successmusicstudio.com

Envelope
Success Music Studio - logo_retna_i
Success Music Studio - logo_retna_i

Geoff

Geoff (pronounce Jeff) Keith has taught instrumental music lessons for over 30 years, and special needs students for over 20 years, accruing over 6,000 hours working with special needs and LD students. In the 1990’s, he developed FBC Sudbury’s Kid’s Music Club program (children’s choir). His articles on teaching music to students with learning disabilities have appeared in the Dyslexic Reader. The information in the blog is similar to the information he presented at Berklee College of Music’s ABLE Assembly, which is a special needs arts conference for teachers. Also, he has been included in Marquis Who’s Who biographies.

Learn the Secret Relationship of Timbre and Harmony - Orchestra - Beethoven (Why Did He Keep Composing After Deafness)

Learn the Secret Relationship of Timbre and Harmony

Intonation / By / , , , , ,

Have you ever wondered why a chord works with one instrument’s tone color (or a particular timbre of voice) but not another? Do you want to know what to listen for when tuning up your chords? Timbre and harmony are intimately related and understanding that relationship will deepen a composer’s knowledge of music. Also, it’ll help vocals, woodwinds, brass, and violins to know what to listen for when tuning up chords. Keep reading to learn the secret relationship of timbre and harmony. Estimated reading time 3 minutes.

What Should I Look for in a “Piano Teacher Near Me” - Piano Teacher

What Should I Look for in a “Piano Teacher Near Me”?

All-Purpose Music Tips and Topics / By / , ,

“What should I look for in a ‘piano teacher near me’?” Most parents start by doing a web search for a “piano teacher near me” or for “piano lessons near me.” But how do you choose a teacher? Piano lessons cost a lot of money, so finding the right teacher is important. Getting it right can mean the difference between getting a good lesson experience and wasting your money. Read more to learn what you should look for in a “piano teacher near me.” Estimated reading time 4 minutes.

BPM (Using the Metronome to Get the Music Beat) - Analog Metronome

BPM (Using the Metronome to Get the Music Beat)

All-Purpose Music Tips and Topics / By / , , ,

Do you want to know the purpose of a metronome and how to read it? A metronome helps you find the tempo of a song in beats per minute (bpm). Also, it helps you practice by clicking at a (user adjustable) speed. So, that way you can play along with (for example) the tempo moderato on the metronome. Keep reading “BPM (Using the Metronome to Get the Music Beat)” to learn the various ways it can help. Estimated reading time 3 minutes.

Where Do I Start if I Want to Be Able to Sing A Cappella - Women Singing

Where Do I Start if I Want to Be Able to Sing A Cappella?

Singing in Tune / By / ,

Do you want to be able to sing with an a cappella group while having both great tone and tuning? An a cappella group is an ensemble that performs without instrumental accompaniment. This allows your group to lock in the harmonies, which helps achieve the distinctive vocal blend you find in this style. How do you do this? Through ear training and physical skills instruction. Keep reading “Where Do I Start if I Want to Be Able to Sing A Cappella?” to learn the essential skills you’ll need. Estimated reading time 4 minutes.

How to Play Piano (Kid’s Color Coded Piano Hand Placement) - First Piano - Joy to the World (Song, Words, and Piano)

How to Play Piano (Kid’s Color Coded Piano Hand Placement)

Color Coding / By / , , , , , ,

Does your child want to learn how to play the piano? Do you want to know the best way to teach piano hand placement? Finger placement on the piano keyboard is an important skill that should be taught at the earliest stages of learning. Keep reading “How to Play Piano (Kid’s Color Coded Piano Hand Placement)” to learn how it works. Estimated reading time 3 minutes.

Deck the Halls (Lyrics and Song) - Christmas Concert

Deck the Halls (Lyrics and Song)

Shape Notes and Solfege / By / ,

Do you want to sing the Christmas song Deck the Halls? In this post, you’ll get: 1) a video of the Christmas song Deck the Halls with Boughs of Holly, 2) the full Deck the Halls lyrics, and 3) easy-to-read shape note sheet music with a sing along song track. Read more to enjoy your deck and halls! Estimated reading time 2 minutes.

Meantone Tuning (Simple Instructions) - Synthesizer

Meantone Tuning (Simple Instructions)

Intonation / By / , ,

Do you need simple instructions for tuning a keyboard to meantone temperament? Meantone tuning is a temperament from Mozart’s time. It allows you to have an authentic sound when playing music from the classical period. Keeping reading “Meantone Tuning (Simple Instructions)” to learn how to get this sound. Estimated reading time 2 minutes.

How Can I Learn the Basics of Music Theory - Books on Music

How Can I Learn the Basics of Music Theory?

All-Purpose Music Tips and Topics / By / , , , ,

Do you want to understand how music works? Studying music theory is a worthwhile experience that’ll deepen your understanding of music and enhance your creativity. Where should you begin? In this post, you’ll learn what the basics of music theory are and be given the resources to learn them. Keep reading “How Can I Learn the Basics of Music Theory” to start your musical journey today. Estimated reading time 4 minutes.