Author Archives: Carman Dragone

Jazz music holds a storied place in history and is still being played and enjoyed by fans around the world. Many people are unfamiliar with the genre, however. As experts explain, there are a few primary ways that all musicians and music lovers can benefit from studying this eclectic and unique style. It Helps IdentifyContinue reading “The Benefits of Studying Jazz Music”

PR is always important in business, no matter what size it is. Some people think of large corporations, but small businesses benefit greatly. Public relations is just a way of communicating with people about your brand, and it is one of the best ways to get your message out. Not only does PR help shareContinue reading “PR Strategies for Small Business”

If you want to boost your profits by 5%, increasing customer retention can help boost them by 95%. Having a few extra seconds of effort can make a big difference. According to a survey, over 83% of customers would recommend a business to others that they trust. This means that getting the word out aboutContinue reading “How to Get Your Customer’s Trust and Loyalty”

As a music teacher, you have a lot of responsibilities when it comes to motivating and engaging your students. Whether it’s teaching them how to play a major scale or tackling a difficult passage, you have to make sure that they’re engaged and motivated. After class, what happens when they leave? Although long weekends andContinue reading “Motivating Students During the Summer”

A good business leader doesn’t just care about the bottom line. They should also care about their employees’ wellness by taking steps such as those listed below. Communication Is Key It’s a cliché about tragedies at this point that people always wish they “could’ve done something differently,” with a common lament being that they didn’tContinue reading “How to Support Employee Wellness as a Leader”

While it may seem like, in some senses, that music is music, you are not seeing the same kind of band every time. There are four different types of band in particular: marching, jazz, symphonic or concert, and orchestra. But what is the difference between each type? How are they separate from one another andContinue reading “The Different Types of Bands”

We hear all the time about how important communication can be in the business world. Leaders are constantly refining their tactics to improve communication between themselves and their teams. To say that communication is crucial would be an understatement. So, how can you be more effective as a communicator as an entrepreneur? Here are aContinue reading “Effective Communication in Entrepreneurship”

Being able to read sheet music is a skill that all musicians should learn over time. By doing so, you’ll be able to pick up instruments more quickly, learn how to play all your favorite songs, and more. Reading sheet music is a lot like reading a book, but it requires that you know howContinue reading “How to Read Sheet Music”

While there is a goal shared by many to branch out and be the boss, to make the lion’s share of the money, it is a path littered with failure. Being an employee is not a bad thing; there is plenty of room for growth and success. But how do you truly thrive and beContinue reading “How to Be Successful at Work”

Regardless of your age, it’s never too late to learn how to play an instrument. In fact, there are many benefits to doing so which outweigh the initial struggle you might feel as a first-timer. The important thing is not to give up and to keep pushing yourself until you start to get the hangContinue reading “Why People Should Learn to Play an Instrument”