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It Starts With a Piano: Why Every Home Should Have One

Sep 1
3 min

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...

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Understanding Sax and Clarinet Reeds: An Overview for New Players & Parents

Steve Ramos

Aug 28
6 min

Understanding Sax and Clarinet Reeds: An Overview for New Players & Parents

This article is for anyone who needs help anyone navigating the world of woodwinds. Specifically, I’m talking about how to buy new reeds...

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Wittner Finetune Pegs: The Ultimate Upgrade for Violin, Viola & Cello

Jack Barton

Apr 21
3 min

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

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13 Community Orchestras and Bands in Utah County

Jack Barton

Mar 22
3 min

13 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.

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7 Ways to Upgrade Your Violin Without Buying a New One

Tamara Haviland

Mar 8
5 min

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.

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Do I need a Grand Piano, or is an Upright Okay?

Joseph Montgomery

Apr 6, 2022
2 min

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...

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How Does Piano Length/Height Affect Sound?

Joseph Montgomery

Apr 6, 2022
2 min

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...

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When to Upgrade Your Saxophone? A Buyer’s Guide

Jack Barton

Oct 19, 2021
4 min

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

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Jack Barton

Jun 5, 2021
2 min

What are Yamaha Advantage instruments?

Yamaha produces two lines of student instruments: the standard line and the Advantage line. Teachers and professional musicians highly...

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Jack Barton

Apr 27, 2021
5 min

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...

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Why Parents Should Invest in Better Instruments for Their Kids (Even if they can't play yet)

Jack Barton

Apr 19, 2021
5 min

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...

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Choosing a Piano: 6 Things to Consider When Buying

Jack Barton

Apr 9, 2021
4 min

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...

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Jack Barton

Apr 7, 2021
3 min

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.

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New Woodwind Instruments for 2021 at Summerhays Music of Orem

Jack Barton

Feb 25, 2021
3 min

New Woodwind Instruments for 2021 at Summerhays Music of Orem

The wonderful world of woodwinds is getting a little bigger! We're excited to share some new instruments available this year!

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New Brass Instruments for 2021 at Summerhays Music of Orem

Jack Barton

Jan 15, 2021
3 min

New Brass Instruments for 2021 at Summerhays Music of Orem

With 2020 behind us it's time to look forward to making more music and more memories. The New Year brings us some exciting new brass...

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Jack Barton

Dec 23, 2020
3 min

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...

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