When Should My Child Begin Violin Lessons?

When Should My Child Begin Violin Lessons?

Most children begin to show an affinity for music at a very young age. Some children start showing an interest in musical instruments as young as three or four years old, and five is the age many piano teachers recommend beginning lessons. But stringed instruments are...
Meet the New Teacher: Katie Bournival

Meet the New Teacher: Katie Bournival

Tampa Bay Music Academy warmly welcomes Katie Bournival to our teaching staff! Katie will be teaching voice and piano lessons with us and brings extensive experience in both fields to the table. Katie studied Music with concentrations in Voice Performance and Piano at...

VIDEO: John Tracy Interview Parts 3 & 4 – Business, Teaching, and Life Advice for Music Teachers

I really enjoyed my recent interview with Mimi West, the founder of “My Dream Teacher.”  She has posted a four-part video series from the interview session.  In the final two videos I advise music teachers on how to strengthen their networks and sharpen...

VIDEO: John Tracy Interview Part 1 – Parents Help Their Kids Succeed in Music

I recently had the privilege of being interviewed by Mimi West, the founder of “My Dream Teacher.”  You can check out the website by clicking here.  I had a lot of fun answering a variety of questions about my music education in general, my personal music...