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Community Orchestras and Bands in Utah County
Whether you’re itching to join a group or just want to listen, there are several community orchestras worth checking out in Utah County.

Jack Barton
Jan 94 min read
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When Should You Upgrade Your Instrument?
Like training wheels on a bike, beginner instruments are designed to help you learn how to play. But eventually, they might limit your...
Summerhays Music
May 20, 20243 min read
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It Starts With a Piano: Why Every Home Should Have One
Many successful musicians, entertainers, doctors, and entrepreneurs all share something in common: They play the piano. Having a piano in...
Summerhays Music
Sep 1, 20233 min read
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Understanding Sax and Clarinet Reeds: An Overview for New Players & Parents
This article is for anyone who needs help navigating the world of woodwinds. Specifically, how to buy new reeds for clarinet and...
Summerhays Music
Aug 28, 20236 min read
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Wittner Finetune Pegs: The Ultimate Upgrade for Violin, Viola & Cello
Wittner geared pegs have some significant advantages over wood pegs. Learn more about them in this handy article

Jack Barton
Apr 21, 20233 min read
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7 Ways to Upgrade Your Violin Without Buying a New One
You can make upgrades to your violin's sound without having to spend thousands of dollars on a new one. Learn more here.
Summerhays Music
Mar 8, 20235 min read
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Do I need a Grand Piano, or is an Upright Okay?
When purchasing a new piano, it’s common to assume that grand pianos are better in every way, and if you have the money to, always get a...
Summerhays Music
Apr 6, 20222 min read
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How Does Piano Length/Height Affect Sound?
There are two main types of acoustic piano, the upright and the grand, and each have a whole range of lengths and heights. You’ll...
Summerhays Music
Apr 6, 20222 min read
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When to Upgrade Your Saxophone? A Buyer’s Guide
There comes a time when many sax players will need to upgrade their instrument. Find out why you should upgrade your saxophone in this guide

Jack Barton
Oct 19, 20215 min read
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What are Yamaha Advantage instruments?
Yamaha produces two lines of student instruments: the standard line and the Advantage line. Teachers and professional musicians highly...

Jack Barton
Jun 5, 20212 min read
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The Ultimate Guide to Eastman Tubas
The Eastman Music Company has become one of the top players in the music industry. In particular they've been making a name for...

Jack Barton
Apr 27, 20216 min read
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Why Parents Should Invest in Better Instruments for Their Kids (Even if they can't play yet)
You're a parent, and you have a son or daughter that wants to sign up for beginning band or beginning orchestra. You talk with the...

Jack Barton
Apr 19, 20215 min read
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Choosing a Piano: 6 Things to Consider When Buying
Having a piano in your home can be a source of endless joy and entertainment. But before you go and snatch up the first piano you see...

Jack Barton
Apr 9, 20214 min read
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Why Choose Kawai Pianos?
For over 90 years Kawai has been a pioneer in modern piano design. We'll go over a few reasons why you should consider a Kawai piano.

Jack Barton
Apr 7, 20213 min read
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Why Choose Summerhays?
When shopping around for musical instruments you may say something to yourself like, "Why would I choose this store over another?" or...
Jack Barton
Dec 23, 20203 min read
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