Yearly Archives: 2013


Free Christmas Event!

Looking for something to do with the family this weekend in San Diego? Want to get a little extra Christmas spirit just in time for the holidays?  This Sunday, December 22nd at 2pm, the Spreckels Organ Society hosts The Christmas Sing-Along performed by Dr. Carol Williams, Civic Organist.  This unique […]


Nutcracker in Mira Mesa

Movie Night – Nutcracker in Mira Mesa

Join  us on December 17th for a showing of the Nutcracker at Edwards Cinemas Mira Mesa Stadium 18!  The Royal Ballet comes to the big screen for a showing of their brilliant performance of Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet.  This is a great way to experience the Nutcracker right here in Mira […]


The Royal Opera House Ballet Series–Coming to a theater near you!

We wanted to share with you all a fantastic opportunity to see one of the finest ballet companies in the world. The Royal Opera House Ballet will be bringing their talents to movie theaters nationwide, including several theaters in San Diego. This Wednesday evening, October 16th, at 7pm will be […]


Escondido, Poway, San Marcos, Rancho Music Lessons Open House

Open House and Grand Opening Launch Party!

October 12, 2013: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm We invite all interested students and parents to attend our Open House and Grand Opening Launch Party! This free event will take place on Saturday October 12 at the New Vintage Church, located at 1300 S Juniper Street in Escondido from 10am […]


The Power of Sound: Bringing “Monsters” to Life

Imagine watching “Star Wars” without John William’s epic film score playing throughout.  It would lose much of its impact.  The music sets the tone for the entire film, creating an ever-present sonic canvass that conveys the emotional intent behind every scene, and adds dimension to the world.  It tells us […]


“The Chime” Creates Music from Urban Sounds

Marc De Pape’s electronic musical instrument, The Chime, responds in real time to its urban surroundings, turning the bustling noise of the city into beautiful music.  The Chime pays close attention to what we usually ignore or block out in our city environment: the murmur of crowds, car horns, the steady hum […]


Museum of Making Music, Free Admission on June 22!

“The interaction of people, instruments, and imagination makes music” Carlsbad’s Museum of Making Music will be offering free admission this Saturday, June 22, from 2-5 pm. If you haven’t been to this museum yet, you should definitely check it out!  The museum features an interactive hands-on walk-through of the history of […]


Beatboxing Cellist

Wow!  A nice example of the unpredictable places inspiration can take you.


How to Motivate your Child to Practice

Is your child having trouble getting motivated to practice? This article offers a few helpful tips on how to make practice more fun and even more effective! http://www.pbs.org/parents/education/music-arts/how-to-motivate-your-child-to-practice/  


Start your music lessons early

Check out this recent article highlighting the benefits of starting your child’s music education at an early age. Food for thought. http://www.cbc.ca/news/technology/story/2013/02/13/science-early-musical-training-brain.html