<![CDATA[Buffalo Cello School - Blog]]>Mon, 14 Oct 2024 19:25:26 -0700Weebly<![CDATA[The Blog has Moved to Facebook!]]>Wed, 28 Aug 2019 23:42:50 GMThttp://www.buffalocello.com/blog/the-blog-has-moved-to-facebookCheck out the BCS Page here:
facebook.com/buffalocelloschool/]]><![CDATA[Go Tell Aunt Rhody: Beastie Boys Edition]]>Sat, 21 Jan 2017 18:50:37 GMThttp://www.buffalocello.com/blog/go-tell-aunt-rhody-beastie-boys-editionHave fun listening to this one!
]]><![CDATA[I Love to Practice! ]]>Tue, 29 Nov 2016 17:52:14 GMThttp://www.buffalocello.com/blog/i-love-to-practiceNeed some practice inspiration? Some ideas to kick the practice doldrums? Click the image below to read a fantastic article by long time Suzuki teacher Joanne Bath about how to make practice work. 
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]]><![CDATA[Tone Zone Experts at Work!]]>Fri, 28 Oct 2016 21:38:14 GMThttp://www.buffalocello.com/blog/tone-zone-experts-at-workProfessor of cello at West Virginia University, Erin Ellis, just shared this video that highlights the beautifully controlled bow arms of the Berlin Philharmonic cello section. She writes, "Students: 12 celli are always awesome, but check out the absolutely controlled contact points!! That's what I call a 'golden tone.' "
]]><![CDATA[Change your words, Change your mindset]]>Mon, 28 Dec 2015 22:30:05 GMThttp://www.buffalocello.com/blog/change-your-words-change-your-mindsetAn excellent teacher friend of mine shared the image below. As teachers and parents we can help kids change their mindset by rephrasing their words when the going gets tough. I hope these are helpful as you practice with and encourage your young cellist!
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]]><![CDATA[Your Brain on Music!]]>Sun, 10 Aug 2014 23:06:54 GMThttp://www.buffalocello.com/blog/your-brain-on-musicWatch and Enjoy! Then go play your cello!
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Click the image above to read about how to help children keep themselves accountable for household tasks (that could include practicing an instrument!). If your household has an accountability system that grants your children age-appropriate autonomy, please comment and fill us all in!
]]><![CDATA[Suzuki Recordings Available for Download]]>Sat, 10 May 2014 23:24:19 GMThttp://www.buffalocello.com/blog/suzuki-recording-available-for-downloadParents! I am happy to announce that digital downloads of Suzuki Method recordings are now available on Amazon and iTunes. Click the image below for more information.

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]]><![CDATA[Thumbtack]]>Sat, 07 Dec 2013 22:42:20 GMThttp://www.buffalocello.com/blog/thumbtackHere is a quick plug for Thumbtack. If you are a professional and would like to get connected with people who might benefit from what you have to offer, consider a profile on this easy to navigate website. Check out the new BCS profile here: Music Lessons in Buffalo, NY
If you are a current or past student, feel free to leave a review!]]><![CDATA[Holistic Benefits of Music Study ]]>Fri, 11 Oct 2013 18:21:48 GMThttp://www.buffalocello.com/blog/holistic-benefits-of-music-studyWe've all heard that music is good for your brain (at any age!). Here are some specifics about how music study supports whole child development. Click "Read More" to view the complete article.
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Research shows there are direct correlations between musical training and improved language development, IQ, academic performance, reasoning abilities, creativity, and problem solving - fundamental skills that children take into adult­hood and into their workplace, families, and community.
Music study enhances IQ, predicts academic performance, raises SAT scores
Scientific findings indicate that musical experience improves cognitive abilities such as, reading, symbolic and spatial reasoning, verbal memory, mathematics, self-esteem, and general intelligence.  A 2006 study showed a positive correlation between music lessons and IQ in 6-11 year olds, concluding that taking music lessons as a child predicts both academic performance and IQ in young adulthood. (Schellenberg EG. 2006. Journal of Educational Psychology 98(2)).

SAT takers with experience in music performance scored 56 points higher on the verbal portion of the test and 39 points higher on the math portion than students with no coursework or experience in the arts. (The College Board, Profile of College-Bound Seniors National Report for 2005).

Musical training improves language development and verbal memory
A Stanford University study showed that mastering a musical instrument improves brain processing in areas associated with language development, and may have implications for improving language/reading skills (Gabrieli, John, http://news-service.stanford.edu, Nov. 2005). Other research demonstrates that children with music training have significantly better verbal memory than those without such training, and the longer the training, the better the verbal memory (Ho, Y.C., Cheung, M.C., & Chan, A. 2003. Neuropsychology, 12).

Practicing a musical instrument increases nonverbal reasoning and fine motor skills
A Harvard-based study found that practicing a musical instrument in childhood is associated with enhanced verbal ability and nonverbal reasoning. Children who receive instrumental music training for three years or more outperform their control counterparts in areas closely related to music: fine motor skills (both hands) and superior discrimination in melodic/tonal and rhythmic discrimination abilities. (Schlaug, G, Norton, A, Overy, K, Winner, E. 2005 Annals NY Acad of Sciences 1060).

Study in the arts develops character
In addition to cognitive skills, study in the arts helps to develop desirable character traits such as discipline, perseverance, resourcefulness, teamwork, appreciation for beauty, patience, self-control, problem solving, and empathy.

This research has been compiled by Community School of the Arts (CSA) at Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL. 

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