NEWSLETTER
APRIL 2021
In This Newsletter:
• NEW Signs, Signs, SIGNS! School enhancements...
• NEW! Referral Contest PRIZE!
• NEW! Five Ways to Encourage yourself or your young student.
• We have a WINNER of the previous newsletter contest (mailed version only)!
• Welcome Our New Students!
• Is Your Teacher Sold Out?
• NEW! Music Tip of the Month!
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• NEW Signs, Signs, SIGNS! School enhancements...
• NEW! Referral Contest PRIZE!
• NEW! Five Ways to Encourage yourself or your young student.
• We have a WINNER of the previous newsletter contest (mailed version only)!
• Welcome Our New Students!
• Is Your Teacher Sold Out?
• NEW! Music Tip of the Month!
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Our next big, Big, BIG REFERRAL CONTEST!
$350 Target Gift Card!
Between now and 06/02/21, if you refer a friend or family member, and they join our school, you will...
Automatically be entered to win a: $350.00 Target Gift Card!
Every referral entry gets a special prize as a thank you. One lucky winner will receive the GRAND PRIZE. We greatly appreciate your referrals.
It’s that easy! Thank you for spreading the word about LSM! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Automatically be entered to win a: $350.00 Target Gift Card!
Every referral entry gets a special prize as a thank you. One lucky winner will receive the GRAND PRIZE. We greatly appreciate your referrals.
It’s that easy! Thank you for spreading the word about LSM! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Signs… Signs… Everywhere, Signs!
… New Signage Adds to the Fresh Look at Littleton School of Music
People are already starting to notice and compliment the new signs they see around Littleton School of Music, and we must say, they are pretty cool.
You wouldn’t think you could get all that excited about something like a sign pointing the way to the back lounges. And maybe “excited” isn’t the right word. But every little improvement – including our new signage – deserves a tiny little celebration.
As we continue growing and serving the musical aspirations of the Littleton community, we’re always on the lookout for ways to enhance the pride we all feel for our school. If you have any other suggestions, hey, we’re listening!
So, while we don’t want to overdo it, we must say that our new signs – emblazoned with our “school colors” and everything! – are possibly the best signs in the history of the world.
Check ‘em out! And let us know what you think.
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You wouldn’t think you could get all that excited about something like a sign pointing the way to the back lounges. And maybe “excited” isn’t the right word. But every little improvement – including our new signage – deserves a tiny little celebration.
As we continue growing and serving the musical aspirations of the Littleton community, we’re always on the lookout for ways to enhance the pride we all feel for our school. If you have any other suggestions, hey, we’re listening!
So, while we don’t want to overdo it, we must say that our new signs – emblazoned with our “school colors” and everything! – are possibly the best signs in the history of the world.
Check ‘em out! And let us know what you think.
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What does Littleton School of Music offer?
We are happy to say that our list of instruments and programs are growing every year. We currently offer PRIVATE LESSONS, FREE OPEN JAMS, and SONGWRITING COACHING in the following instruments:
- VOICE - PIANO - GUITAR - BASS GUITAR - DRUMS - UKULELE - VIOLIN - VIOLA - CELLO - UPRIGHT BASS - SAXOPHONE - TRUMPET - BANJO - MANDOLIN - VOCALS
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We are happy to say that our list of instruments and programs are growing every year. We currently offer PRIVATE LESSONS, FREE OPEN JAMS, and SONGWRITING COACHING in the following instruments:
- VOICE - PIANO - GUITAR - BASS GUITAR - DRUMS - UKULELE - VIOLIN - VIOLA - CELLO - UPRIGHT BASS - SAXOPHONE - TRUMPET - BANJO - MANDOLIN - VOCALS
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5 Ways To Encourage Your Young Musician…
… And Encourage Yourself, Too!
Everyone needs encouragement, and music students are no exception. Beginner or virtuoso, we all need that “pat on the back” occasionally to help us continue growing and improving our musical skill.
At Littleton School of Music, we do everything we can to encourage the “spark” for music in all of our students. But we realize, of course, that a big portion of that encouragement has to happen at home.
Here are some ways to encourage your musical youngster… and our adult learners will find these tips helpful, too.
Keep it light. Nothing takes the fun out of music faster than making practice a regimented chore. Sure, it’s important, and so is consistency. But take a light approach. Frame practice as fun, and something to look forward to. Your young student might thrive hearing “I love listening to you practice, and hearing you getting better every day!”
Stick to it. It’s almost unheard-of for someone to pick up an instrument and immediately be able to play it. Music takes time to master! Your young musician will probably come to a point where they just don’t feel successful. Don’t let them drop it at the first few speed bumps. “I know it’s hard, but hang in there… you have to stick to it, and it will become very fun.”
Listen together. Try to carve out a few minutes, as often as you can, to listen to music with your young student. Listening to music you’re working to learn can be one of the most inspiring and encouraging things you can do. “I know someday you’ll be able to play just like that!”
Celebrate success. When you hear your youngster play a new tune all the way through, or even play a scale flawlessly, it’s time to celebrate! Remember when we got a treat for getting good grades at school? Making progress is encouraging in and of itself… but “Let’s have some ice cream!” (NOTE: We are not advocating poor nutrition. You may want to treat responsibly.)
Make lessons the cornerstone. Consistently attending lessons is one of the best ways to maintain encouragement. When you have that “nothing will keep me from my music lesson!” mindset, you find that good practice and improvement tend to follow. It’s almost magical. And that’s how it should be! Magical… musical… and FUN.
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At Littleton School of Music, we do everything we can to encourage the “spark” for music in all of our students. But we realize, of course, that a big portion of that encouragement has to happen at home.
Here are some ways to encourage your musical youngster… and our adult learners will find these tips helpful, too.
Keep it light. Nothing takes the fun out of music faster than making practice a regimented chore. Sure, it’s important, and so is consistency. But take a light approach. Frame practice as fun, and something to look forward to. Your young student might thrive hearing “I love listening to you practice, and hearing you getting better every day!”
Stick to it. It’s almost unheard-of for someone to pick up an instrument and immediately be able to play it. Music takes time to master! Your young musician will probably come to a point where they just don’t feel successful. Don’t let them drop it at the first few speed bumps. “I know it’s hard, but hang in there… you have to stick to it, and it will become very fun.”
Listen together. Try to carve out a few minutes, as often as you can, to listen to music with your young student. Listening to music you’re working to learn can be one of the most inspiring and encouraging things you can do. “I know someday you’ll be able to play just like that!”
Celebrate success. When you hear your youngster play a new tune all the way through, or even play a scale flawlessly, it’s time to celebrate! Remember when we got a treat for getting good grades at school? Making progress is encouraging in and of itself… but “Let’s have some ice cream!” (NOTE: We are not advocating poor nutrition. You may want to treat responsibly.)
Make lessons the cornerstone. Consistently attending lessons is one of the best ways to maintain encouragement. When you have that “nothing will keep me from my music lesson!” mindset, you find that good practice and improvement tend to follow. It’s almost magical. And that’s how it should be! Magical… musical… and FUN.
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Please welcome these NEW students who enrolled recently!
Rob H.
Quinley D.
Quincy C.
Brennan C.
Lauren H.
Terry Z.
Sophia B.
Raji S.
Lupe C.
JJ B.
Jane S.
Caitlyn A.
Wilson W.
Javier D.
Cory W.
Eric H.
Erin H.
Lexi S.
Taylor S.
Jayme O.
Autumn M.
Bane L.
Kellen B.
Russel J.
Griffin D.
Colin J.
Benjamin M.
Jonathan S.
Evelina E.
Eva R.
Jolie F.
Josephine R.
Tatum F.
Leo S.
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Rob H.
Quinley D.
Quincy C.
Brennan C.
Lauren H.
Terry Z.
Sophia B.
Raji S.
Lupe C.
JJ B.
Jane S.
Caitlyn A.
Wilson W.
Javier D.
Cory W.
Eric H.
Erin H.
Lexi S.
Taylor S.
Jayme O.
Autumn M.
Bane L.
Kellen B.
Russel J.
Griffin D.
Colin J.
Benjamin M.
Jonathan S.
Evelina E.
Eva R.
Jolie F.
Josephine R.
Tatum F.
Leo S.
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Is YOUR teacher SOLD OUT?
Many teachers have sold out. If you need a schedule change or would like to be added to a waiting list for a particular teacher, day or time, please contact any of our office staff team and they can add you to the waiting list.
There are still limited lessons spots available. To inquire about openings coming up send an e-mail to info@littletonmusiclessons.com
or call the office 303-972-7625.
Here’s a partial list of teachers who are currently full or nearly full. We are always hiring and not ALL teachers or times are listed below.
GUITAR/BASS/BANJO/UKULELE:
Jordan H: Thursdays (2) SPOTS LEFT!
Greg K.: Thursdays (2) SPOTS LEFT!
Anthony F.: Tuesdays (1) SPOT LEFT!
VOICE:
Susie K: Mondays SOLD OUT!
Amanda A: Tuesdays SOLD OUT!
John M : Mondays (2) SPOTS LEFT!
PIANO:
Kevin K: Tuesdays (2) SPOTS LEFT!
Amanda A: Sundays SOLD OUT!
Haley R: Thursdays (1) SPOT LEFT!
DRUMS:
Paul M.: Tuesdays (1) SPOT LEFT!
Dave M: Mondays (1) SPOT LEFT!
VIOLIN/VIOLA/CELLO:
Joseph W: Thursdays (1) SPOT LEFT!
Bryan V : Tuesdays (2) SPOTS LEFT! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
There are still limited lessons spots available. To inquire about openings coming up send an e-mail to info@littletonmusiclessons.com
or call the office 303-972-7625.
Here’s a partial list of teachers who are currently full or nearly full. We are always hiring and not ALL teachers or times are listed below.
GUITAR/BASS/BANJO/UKULELE:
Jordan H: Thursdays (2) SPOTS LEFT!
Greg K.: Thursdays (2) SPOTS LEFT!
Anthony F.: Tuesdays (1) SPOT LEFT!
VOICE:
Susie K: Mondays SOLD OUT!
Amanda A: Tuesdays SOLD OUT!
John M : Mondays (2) SPOTS LEFT!
PIANO:
Kevin K: Tuesdays (2) SPOTS LEFT!
Amanda A: Sundays SOLD OUT!
Haley R: Thursdays (1) SPOT LEFT!
DRUMS:
Paul M.: Tuesdays (1) SPOT LEFT!
Dave M: Mondays (1) SPOT LEFT!
VIOLIN/VIOLA/CELLO:
Joseph W: Thursdays (1) SPOT LEFT!
Bryan V : Tuesdays (2) SPOTS LEFT! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Music Tip Of The Month:
Try Something New
When Meredith Willson’s The Music Man first went to dress rehearsals before opening on Broadway, the directors (and Willson himself) were not happy with the way the iconic opening scene was coming across.
You may remember the scene: It’s basically a bunch of traveling salesmen on a train, bobbing up and down while they performed one of the first “rap” numbers to the rhythm of the train motion.
But what you wouldn’t know is that the first version of this number had the lights come up on the train already in full motion, and it stayed that way throughout the number. When Willson came up with the idea of having the train start up slowly, pick up speed, and later slow to a stop, the audience “got it” and the rest is musical theater history.
Sometimes, one little change makes a big difference.
Don’t let yourself get bored with music! You want to be consistent, sure, but if you find yourself yawning through that scale or riff for the 37th time, it’s time to rekindle your musical passion.
Try a new practice routine
Experiment with a different style of music
Ask your instructor new questions
Try a different instrument!
Your musical journey will be different from someone else’s. Find your own way. Maybe “your way” lies on a slightly different path from the one you started on… and you’ll never know unless you try something new occasionally.
You may remember the scene: It’s basically a bunch of traveling salesmen on a train, bobbing up and down while they performed one of the first “rap” numbers to the rhythm of the train motion.
But what you wouldn’t know is that the first version of this number had the lights come up on the train already in full motion, and it stayed that way throughout the number. When Willson came up with the idea of having the train start up slowly, pick up speed, and later slow to a stop, the audience “got it” and the rest is musical theater history.
Sometimes, one little change makes a big difference.
Don’t let yourself get bored with music! You want to be consistent, sure, but if you find yourself yawning through that scale or riff for the 37th time, it’s time to rekindle your musical passion.
Try a new practice routine
Experiment with a different style of music
Ask your instructor new questions
Try a different instrument!
Your musical journey will be different from someone else’s. Find your own way. Maybe “your way” lies on a slightly different path from the one you started on… and you’ll never know unless you try something new occasionally.