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- [May 2026 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/may-2026-newsletter/) - Upcoming Workshops This Month’s Workshop:From Exercises to SongsWhen: Monday, June 1stTime: 7:15pmWhere: Online Zoom Next Month’s Workshop:How Songs Are BuiltWhen: Monday, June 29thTime: 7:15pmWhere: Online Zoom Student of the Month During recital season, students are challenged more than usual. It’s an amazing test of will, perseverance, and dedication. There’s always a couple of students who
- [April 2026 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/april-2026-newsletter/) - Upcoming Workshops This Month’s Workshop:Dynamics: Playing with FeelingWhen: Monday, May 4thTime: 7:15pmWhere: Online Zoom Next Month’s Workshop:From Exercises to SongsWhen: Monday, June 1stTime: 7:15pmWhere: Online Zoom Student of the Month Owen has been working hard this year. He earns April’s student of the month not just for his hard work but for his incredible job transcribing songs by
- [March 2026 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/march-2026-newsletter/) - Upcoming Workshops This Month’s Workshop:Ear Training: How To Hear Melody and Chords ClearlyWhen: Monday, March 30thTime: 7pmWhere: Online Zoom Next Month’s Workshop:Dynamics: Playing with FeelingWhen: Monday, May 4thTime: 7:15pmWhere: Online Zoom Student of the Month Many people walk through our doors and every so often you get someone who you know is all in. They
- [February 2026 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/february-2026-newsletter/) - Upcoming Workshops This Month’s Workshop:Playing With Other PeopleWhen: Monday, March 2ndTime: 7pmWhere: Online Next Month’s Workshop:Ear Training: PitchWhen: Monday, March 30thTime: 7pmWhere: Online Student of the Month Parker is another example of a student who has worked very hard and has deserved this award for awhile now. His latest accomplishment of learning the drums from Enter
- [January 2026 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/january-2026-newsletter/) - Upcoming Workshops This Month’s Workshop:Advanced Practice TipsWhen: Monday, Feb 2ndTime: 7-8pmWhere: Online Zoom Next Month’s Workshop:Playing With Other People (Without Needing a Band)When: Monday, March 2ndTime: 7-8pmWhere: Online Zoom Student of the Month Yael is our first student of the month for 2026. For the first time, we’ve had two people from the same family
- [December 2025 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/december-2025-newsletter/) - Upcoming Workshops This Month’s Workshop:Songwriting: Lyrics IIWhen: Monday, January 5thTime: 7pm-8pmWhere: Online – Zoom Next Month’s Workshop:Advanced Practice TipsWhen: Monday, February 2ndTime: 7-8pmWhere: Online – Zoom Student of the Month JJ gets to be our last student of the month for 2025. His entry into this award is long overdue. Week after week, he always seems to bring his
- [November 2025 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/november-2025-newsletter/) - Upcoming Workshops This Month’s Workshop:Basic Theory IIWhen: Monday, December 1stTime: 7pm-8pmWhere: Online Next Month’s Workshop:Songwriting: Lyrics IIWhen: Monday, January 5thTime: 7pm-8pmWhere: Online Student of the Month “Dan came to MML in January as a guitar student who previously played trumpet and piano. This gave me liberty to give more challenging lessons after the initial getting the
- [October 2025 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/october-2025-newsletter/) - Upcoming Workshops This Month’s Workshop:Ear Training: Getting Better At RhythmWhen: Monday, November 3rdTime: 7-7:45pmWhere: Virtual Next Month’s Workshop:Music Theory II: Chords in MusicWhen: Monday, December 1stTime: 7-7:45pmWhere: Virtual Student of the Month Adam was chosen as the student of the month because of his consistent ability to go above and beyond. He always puts forward
- [September 2025 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/september-2025-newsletter/) - Upcoming Workshops This Month’s Workshop:Music Theory: A Beginners GuideWhen: Monday, October 6thTime: 7-7:45pmWhere: Virtual Next Month’s Workshop:Ear Training: Getting Better At RhythmWhen: Monday, November 3rdTime: 7-7:45pmWhere: Virtual Student of the Month Eli was chosen for Septembers student of the month for his quick progress. Despite his young age, he’s shown incredible progress in his first
- [July 2025 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/july-2025-newsletter/) - Upcoming Workshops This Month’s Workshop:Guide to ImprovisationWhen: Monday, August 4thTime: 6:30-7:30pmWhere: Bridge MKE Next Month’s Workshop:Songwriting: Guide to Chord PatternsWhen: Monday, September 8thTime: 6:30-7:30pmWhere: Bridge MKE Student of the Month Delaney is July’s student of the month. She earns this title through sheer hard work. The last two months saw her challenged more than ever and she responded
- [June 2025 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/june-2025-newsletter/) - Upcoming Workshops This Month’s Workshop:Rhythm & Groove TrainingWhen: Monday, July 7thTime: 6:30-7:30pmWhere: Bridge MKE Next Month’s Workshop:Guide to ImprovisationWhen: Monday, August 4thTime: 6:30-7:30pmWhere: Bridge MKE Student of the Month Jason is June’s student of the month. Jason gets the award because of his willingness to continuously challenge himself with songs beyond his skill level. Despite
- [May 2025 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/may-2025-newsletter/) - Upcoming Workshops Rhythm & Groove TrainingWhen: Monday, July 7thTime: 6:30-7:30pmWhere: Bridge MKEJoin us for a one hour training session focusing on timing and how to keep a steadier beat. Student of the Month Jane is the student of the month this May. She has been an upstanding worker since she started. What gets her the
- [April Newsletter 2025](https://mkelessons.com/april-newsletter-2025/) - The Drum Tuning Workshop This first week of May, we will be performing our drum tuning workshop. We’ll go over how to tune your drums, how to set them up properly, and other posture aspects to go over so that way you’re set up for long term success. This is going to be most beneficial
- [Rhythm Guitar Mastery: Strumming and Riff Techniques for Pop and Country](https://mkelessons.com/rhythm-guitar-mastery-strumming-and-riff-techniques-for-pop-and-country/) - You know that feeling when a song just clicks — when the beat feels like it’s syncing with your heartbeat, and the chords seem to dance through the air?That magic isn’t coming from the flashy solos or fancy licks you might expect. It’s the rhythm guitar — the true engine of pop and country music.If
- [Home Recording on a Budget: Recording Your Practice Sessions](https://mkelessons.com/home-recording-on-a-budget-recording-your-practice-sessions/) - You’ve been working hard on your music—nailing that tricky chord change, perfecting your drum fills, polishing your vocals. But how do you really know if you’re improving? The secret weapon most musicians overlook is simple: recording yourself at home.It might sound intimidating at first, like setting up a tiny studio in your bedroom. But here’s the
- [Drum Setup Workshop](https://mkelessons.com/drum-setup-workshop/) - Drum Setup Workshop We are announcing our next upcoming workshop! Many drummers struggle with tuning and best setup practices. With so many variables and no clear path to proper tuning, we wanted to hold a special workshop dedicated to our rhythmically gifted drummers and give them the best sounding drum kits they’ve ever had. Join
- [Rock Singing 101: Adding Power and Grit Without Damaging Your Voice](https://mkelessons.com/rock-singing-101-adding-power-and-grit-without-damaging-your-voice/) - You don’t need to scream your way into rock history. The best rock vocalists don’t shred their vocal cords—they master them. Whether you’re drawn to the electrifying power of Chris Cornell, the raw rasp of Janis Joplin, or the grunge-soaked growl of Kurt Cobain, one thing is true: the voice is an instrument. And like
- [Fast Track Workshop](https://mkelessons.com/fast-track-workshop/) - Join us on Monday, April 21st for a one hour workshop with Alex Bennett.In this workshop, we are going to go over techniques and critical goals to achieve the most progress possible. From real life examples to data driven results, we’re going to do a deep dive in figuring out how to take you from
- [Basic Rock Beats Every New Drummer Should Learn](https://mkelessons.com/basic-rock-beats-every-new-drummer-should-learn/) - If you’re new to drumming or want to learn some new beats, it’s important to know basic rock drum patterns. These beats are used in many famous rock songs. Let’s look at some easy drum beats every new drummer should learn. 1. Basic Rock Beat (Standard 4/4) This simple beat is played with a steady
- [March Newsletter 2025](https://mkelessons.com/march-newsletter-2025/) - The Fast Track Workshop As of the writing of this newsletter, we are just a few days away from our first workshop. But that hasn’t stopped us from thinking about our next workshop. And for April, we plan to put on a workshop completely dedicated toward making quick progress. How can you make the best
- [Making Practice A Habit - Part 1](https://mkelessons.com/making-practice-a-habit-part-1/) - Habits are a tricky thing. Every day we make hundreds of conscious (or often times unconscious) decisions that will dictate our life. Those habits, as small as they might seem, have a compounding effect on our lives and can make a profound difference months or years down the line. I’ve been thinking a lot about
- [Piano Tuning and Maintenance](https://mkelessons.com/piano-tuning-and-maintenance/) - While the upright piano is not always the instrument of choice these days, that doesn’t mean there aren’t people who prefer it. Some people want the real thing and that’s totally understandable. It’s not uncommon to see people straight up giving their upright pianos away for free on facebook marketplace. However, there are some tradeoffs
- [How To Take Take Care of Your Vocals](https://mkelessons.com/how-to-take-take-care-of-your-vocals/) - If you have ever played any sport, you know that your muscles need time to rest between high intensity activities. Not resting causes your muscles to fatigue, lose that consistency you trained so hard for, and puts you at risk for injury. If you’re a singer, these same rules apply to your voice. Your voice is
- [My Go To Guitar Amps](https://mkelessons.com/my-go-to-guitar-amps/) - When it comes to guitar tones, there is more to choose from now than ever before. From guitars and pickups to amps and pedals, there is so much variety in what you can choose. Some of what you might choose comes down to style and some of it might come down to how much you’re
- [Guitars: Cheap vs. Expensive](https://mkelessons.com/guitars-cheap-vs-expensive/) - Guitars have huge differences in prices ranging from hundreds of dollars to thousands of dollars or even more. Many beginners or casual observers will not understand the differences. After all, guitar manufacturers have gone to great lengths in the previous years to make their beginner and intermediate level guitars ‘look’ as close as possible to
- [Every Syllable In Solfege](https://mkelessons.com/every-syllable-in-solfege/) - In the beginning of ear training, most people learn the basic solfege scale of Do-Re-Mi-Fa-Sol-La-Ti-Do. But as time goes on, it’s important to learn other scales and variants so you can learn to identify the various differences as well as their implications. In this article, we’re going to do a more technical analysis on Solfege
- [Making Practice A Habit - Part 2](https://mkelessons.com/making-practice-a-habit-part-2/) - In the previous post, I talked about habit making and “The Four Laws of Behavior Change”. I also discussed a bit at length the first of the four laws which we described as “Make It Obvious” or “Cue” and how you can apply these ideas to making guitar practice a regular habit. Today I’m going
- [Making Practice A Habit - Part 4](https://mkelessons.com/making-practice-a-habit-part-4/) - Reward In this final post, we’ll follow up the 4 stages of habit building with the final phase, Reward. Who doesn’t love a good reward? You work hard and you’re granted something for your efforts. So what rewards can we use to encourage our playing and how often should we reward ourselves? Daily RewardsA daily
- [February 2024 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/february-2024-newsletter/) - Update From Director Alex Bennett! Happy February MML Students!This month has been a crazy month! So many updates going on here. New website, new online portal. It’s been a lot of hard work but thank you guys for helping me out. Here’s a few things that happened this last month. We Rebranded! One of the
- [How to Restring Your Guitar](https://mkelessons.com/how-to-restring-your-guitar/) - Probably one of the most overlooked parts of guitar maintenance is string changing. Most people assume that unless you’ve broken a string, there’s no need to replace them. Unfortunately, that’s really not true. There’s a time when you’ll have to change your strings even though they still work. Let’s talk about the reasons first and
- [March 2024 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/march-2024-newsletter/) - Update From Director Alex Bennett! Happy March MML Students! Happy Easter! March has been a month with so many new students. Last month I sent out a thank you to a bunch of students who helped with photos and gave reviews. I’m happy to say that their generosity helped immensely. Thank you again to all
- [Taking Care of Your Ears, Your Most Important Tool](https://mkelessons.com/taking-care-of-your-ears-your-most-important-tool/) - Our ears are the most important tool we have as musicians. It’s because of our ears that we were able to enjoy music. It’s because of our ears we know if what we’re playing is right. Your ears are finely tuned and calibrated parts of our body that allow us keenly tune in to the
- [Does Your Guitar Need A Setup?](https://mkelessons.com/does-your-guitar-need-a-setup/) - When it comes to cars, I’m not much of a mechanic. I know a few things, but for the most part I let my mechanic do the work. They know when I need new tires, breaks, spark plugs, or how to identify any other issue that comes up. When it comes to my guitar, I know
- [How to Tune and Replace Your Drum Heads](https://mkelessons.com/how-to-tune-and-replace-your-drum-heads/) - Drum heads are some of the most complicated and frustrating things to tune when you get started. There’s really not a pitch to tune it to like there is with any other instrument. The standards and recommendations change wildly depending on the style of music you play. Every drummer will have a slightly different take
- [Drum Setup and Configurations](https://mkelessons.com/drum-setup-and-configurations/) - Drums are a tricky instrument. They come in so many forms and shapes. Every drummer will have their own preference on what configurations they use and it can be tough to know where to start. In this article, we’re aiming to look at some popular setup tips as well as popular configurations of shells and
- [April 2024 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/april-2024-newsletter/) - Things Are Warming Up May is here and we are celebrating by sharing with you our favorite warm up techniques for you and your instrument. This month on our site as well as on Facebook and Youtube, we’ll be sharing with you free tips on how to properly warmup before playing. If you haven’t already,
- [Why Warming Up Is So Important](https://mkelessons.com/why-warming-up-is-so-important/) - If you’ve ever gone to the gym or played a sport, you’ll know that warming up is the first thing any trainer or coach will tell you to do. Warming up is the first step to performing any activity that is going to push you to your limits. In this article, we’re going to go
- [May 2024 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/may-2024-newsletter/) - June is officially here and for this months online content we are dedicating this month to guitar! We’ll be going over special techniques that we think are essential as well as a few cool techniques specific to guitar. Keep an eye out on Facebook or through the online portal!
- [June 2024 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/june-2024-newsletter/) - Sing It Out For The Month Of July! It is summer and for the month of July we’re focusing on Voice and Ear Training. We’ll go over basic techniques talking about how to train both your voice and your ears to make you a better musician and vocalist! Student Of The Month Our student of
- [Voice: What is Diction?](https://mkelessons.com/voice-what-is-diction/) - It’s not what you say, it’s how you say it. We’re taught early on that the context of the words matters as much if not more than the actual content. This is true for both speech as well as singing. Diction is the ability to articulate your words so that people can understand you.So how
- [Ear Training: How To Effectively Practice Rhythm](https://mkelessons.com/ear-training-practicing-rhythm/) - When you think of ear training, most people think about practicing melodies, intervals, solfege, or some sort of pitch recognition. A lot of people don’t even think about practicing rhythm. Having a good ear for melody is certainly important but forgetting to practice rhythm is like forgetting to add eggs when making your cake. You’re
- [Perfect Pitch: What Is It and Can You Learn It?](https://mkelessons.com/perfect-pitch-what-is-it-and-can-you-learn-it/) - Having perfect pitch is this mysterious unicorn. Few people ever attain it and you’re not sure how to get it, that makes it an even more mystical accomplishment.Most people with ear training learn what’s called ‘Relative Pitch’. Relative pitch uses a starting point and then trains you on the intervals and changes in pitch from
- [July 2024 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/july-2024-newsletter/) - Drumming up for August! Augusts theme is Drums. This month we’ll be putting out articles, videos, and trivia all related to the drum kit. Check out our Facebook page for all of it as well as our Youtube channel to keep up to date on all our latest videos! Student of the Month July’s student
- [Electronic Drums vs. Acoustic Drums: Pros and Cons](https://mkelessons.com/electronic-drums-vs-acoustic-drums-pros-and-cons/) - Technology continues to advance at an amazing pace. From appliances and computers to guitars and pianos, we have more options and variety than ever before. And while that variety is very good, it can also create a lot of confusion.When I get a new student on drums, I’m often asked what drum set they should
- [A Great Guide To Drum Dampening](https://mkelessons.com/a-great-guide-to-drum-dampening/) - Controlling how much your drums resonate is a surprisingly difficult task. There is no one size fits all. Every room you play in, every drum set you play, and every piece of the drum kit will require different amounts of dampening and in different ways. Drummers have tried many ideas from manufactured products to DIY
- [August 2024 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/august-2024-newsletter/) - September is all about Harmony! Over the next three months, we are going to dive in to the three pillars of music: Harmony, Rhythm, and Dynamics. This month will all be about Harmony. From chords to melodies we’ll be covering a wide variety of topics that will help you understand harmony better than you did
- [What's The Difference Between Time Signatures?](https://mkelessons.com/whats-the-difference-between-time-signatures/) - Time signatures come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. When they show up on your sheet music, it’s important to understand what they’re trying to say to you. Thanks to the power of math, you can trick yourself into thinking that many time signatures mean the same thing. But this is not always true.
- [Dotted Notes and Triplets: How Do They Work?](https://mkelessons.com/dotted-notes-and-triplets-how-do-they-work/) - Learning to read music takes quite a while. There are all sorts of symbols and shapes that mean very specific things and it can be confusing trying to keep them all straight. Two common notations that people get confused are triplets and dotted notes.Dots and triplets modify other notes. They change how long beats are
- [What Does It Mean to Be an Intermediate-Level Musician?](https://mkelessons.com/intermediate-musician/) - If you play an instrument or sing, you might wonder what level you’re at. You’re not a beginner anymore, but you’re not an expert either. That means you’re in the intermediate stage!Being an intermediate musician means you know the basics and can play many songs, but there is still more to learn. Let’s look at
- [September 2024 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/september-2024-newsletter/) - September Is All About Rhythm! Last month, we explored Harmony in depth. We released a seven part series on Youtube. We also released five free harmony quizzes on our website. This month, we’re exploring rhythm in depth. We’ll have videos, quizzes, and weekly trivia all month related to rhythm. Follow us on Facebook to see everything!
- [October 2024 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/october-2024-newsletter/) - Shhh, we’re talking about Dynamics. Over the last two months, we’ve made content talking about harmony and rhythm. For November, we’re completing the holy trinity of music by talking about the energy and volume that makes up music.We’re going to go over various techniques for different instruments talking about how to change the amount of
- [November 2024 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/november-2024-newsletter/) - Stuff The Stocking It’s the beginning of the holiday season! Until December 15th, we’re offering a deal to new and returning students that we’re calling ‘Stuff the Stocking!’ Get the gift of music lessons for the music lover in your life. Check out our deal and special promotion by going to MKELessons.com/Holiday. Student of the Month
- [Singing When You're Sick: How to Take Care of Your Voice](https://mkelessons.com/singing-when-youre-sick-how-to-take-care-of-your-voice/) - When you’re sick, especially with a cold or a respiratory infection, your voice can become hoarse, weak, or strained. Fortunately, there are several effective strategies to help improve your voice quality and reduce discomfort while recovering. 1. Stay Hydrated One of the best things you can do for your voice when you’re sick is to
- [December 2024 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/december-2024-newsletter/) - You Could Win $500! We are giving away a $500 gift card to Sweetwater. Sweetwater is the biggest online music retailer in the U.S and has amazing gear and customer service.The way you can win is through our referral program. Whenever you get someone to sign up to our lessons program you get a $20
- [January 2025 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/january-2025-newsletter/) - May Recitals Announced! We are launching our first ever recital and we are excited to tell you about it. The date and times are May 17th at 2pm. The recital will be held at ‘The Bridge MKE’ church.Signups have now begun and the deadline to sign up is April 1st. There may be limited spots
- [February 2025 Newsletter](https://mkelessons.com/february-2025-newsletter/) - Members Only Facebook Group Earlier this month, we sent out an email titled ‘Monthly Checkup’ to try and get your feedback on how well our students are doing as well as to get feedback from you. In that email we held a poll asking you about what new features you wanted. Well, the votes are
- [Improvisation: The Secret to Having More Fun with Your Instrument](https://mkelessons.com/improvisation-the-secret-to-having-more-fun-with-your-instrument/) - The Importance of Improvisation on a Musical Instrument Music is fun, and playing an instrument is even better when you can make up your own tunes! Improvisation means making music on the spot, without reading notes from a page. It helps musicians be more creative, learn their instrument better, and play well with others. Being
- [Why Piano is a Popular Starter Instrument (And Other Easy Options for Beginners)](https://mkelessons.com/starter-instruments/) - Have you ever wanted to play music but didn’t know where to start? Some instruments are easier to learn than others. Many people start with the Piano because it is simple to play at first. But there are also other great beginner instruments! Why is Piano a Good Starter Instrument? The piano is one of
- [Mastering Tempo Control While Changing Dynamics: A Guide for Musicians](https://mkelessons.com/mastering-tempo-control-while-changing-dynamics-a-guide-for-musicians/) - As a musician, maintaining a steady tempo while adjusting dynamics can be one of the most challenging aspects of performance. Many players unintentionally speed up during loud passages and slow down when playing softly. Learning to control tempo independently of dynamics is essential for expressive and precise playing. This article will explore key strategies to
- [Effective Practice Routines for Busy Musicians: Maximize Your Progress](https://mkelessons.com/effective-practice-routines/) - Balancing music practice with a busy lifestyle can be challenging. However, by using your practice time strategically, you can still make significant progress, regardless of your skill level or instrument. Here’s how to create an effective routine to optimize your musical growth: 1. Define Clear Goals Start each practice session with clear, achievable objectives. Whether
- [Simple Left-Hand Piano Accompaniment Patterns for Beginners](https://mkelessons.com/simple-left-hand-piano-accompaniment-patterns-for-beginners/) - Mastering the piano isn’t just about dazzling melodies played by the right hand. The left hand plays a crucial role in providing rhythm, harmony, and depth. For beginners, building a strong foundation in left-hand techniques can significantly boost your accompaniment skills, especially in ballads, blues, and pop songs. Here are three simple and effective left-hand
- [Rock Guitar 101: Twenty Essential Riffs Every Beginner Should Learn](https://mkelessons.com/rock-guitar-101-twenty-essential-riffs-every-beginner-should-learn/) - Picking up the guitar is thrilling, especially when you can quickly dive into playing iconic rock riffs. Learning classic riffs isn’t just enjoyable—it also helps beginners develop essential guitar skills, including rhythm, finger strength, and confidence. Here are twenty classic rock riffs every beginner guitarist should learn: 1. Smoke on the Water – Deep Purple
- [Understanding Song Sections: A Guide to Song Structure](https://mkelessons.com/understanding-song-sections/) - When listening to your favorite songs, you might notice a pattern in how they unfold. Most songs follow a structure that helps create emotional impact and keeps listeners engaged. In this post, we’ll break down the key sections of a song and provide examples of how they work in popular music. 1. Intro The intro
- [Making Practice A Habit - Part 3](https://mkelessons.com/making-practice-a-habit-part-3/) - ResponseSo far we’ve covered Cues and Cravings. Next comes the third step in the habit loop which is response. The response is how you react to the habits you’re trying to create. If you’re trying to break a bad habit, your best best is to make it difficult. If you want to stop eating so

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- [Student of the Month](https://mkelessons.com/student-of-the-month/) - Congratulations To Our Student Of The Month! A few questions to help us feature your story and help other families find the right music school.
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- [Thank You Free Practice Guide](https://mkelessons.com/free-practice-starter-kit/thank-you-free-practice-guide/) - Your 7-Day Music Practice Starter Kit Here! Scroll down below or check your inbox in the next 5 minutes for your Day 1 guide. You can skip the guesswork and start with a real teacher this week. In a $35 “Love Your First Lesson Or It’s Free” trial, you will: Meet your teacher and try
- [Summer](https://mkelessons.com/summer/) - Keep your child’s music momentum this summer (without a weekly lesson)​ Summer Jam Sessions at Milwaukee Music Lessons are 1‑hour, small‑group guitar, piano, and drum classes. Perfect for school‑year students who want to keep playing between June and August. See Summer Dates & Save A Spot How Summer Jam Sessions Work 1‑hour sessions on select
- [Jam](https://mkelessons.com/jam/) - Adult Open Jam: Live Band Experience on a Real Stage August 29th, 2026 @ 12:30pm Plug in, play loud, and have fun in a low-pressure jam with other adult musicians. We provide the venue and the band. You just show up and play. Play with a full band on a pro sound system and lightsTeachers
- [Bowl](https://mkelessons.com/bowl/) - Summer Jam & Bowl Recital Saturday, August 22 @ 1pm A fun, low‑pressure summer recital with bowling and friends, created just for MKE Lessons students who stay enrolled through August. When: Saturday, August 22, 1:00–3:00 pmCheck‑in: 12:30 pm for shoes, lane assignments, and getting settledWhere: Classic Lanes, 5404 W Layton Ave, Greenfield, WI 53220This year we’re adding something brand new: a
- [Recital](https://mkelessons.com/recital/) - Spring Student Showcase May 16th, 2026 Celebrate Your Child’s Progress With a Confidence‑Boosting Performance on Stage A fun, low‑pressure recital designed for beginners and beyond. One afternoon, a lifetime memory. Spots are limited. Location: Bridge MKE3203 S 76th StMilwaukee, WI 53219 Event Details: What to Expect:Please arrive 15 minutes early before your scheduled performance timeWe’ll have
- [Drum Counting Exercise](https://mkelessons.com/free-practice-starter-kit/drum-counting-exercise/) - Counting Exercise
- [Guitar Ode To Joy](https://mkelessons.com/guitar-ode-to-joy-2/) - Ode To Joy: 7 Day Starter Practice Guide - from MKE Music Lessons | Milwaukee Music Lessons | Guitar Ode to Joy
- [Piano Finger Exercise 2](https://mkelessons.com/free-practice-starter-kit/piano-finger-exercise-2/) - Finger Exercise 2
- [Podcast](https://mkelessons.com/podcast/) - Podcast Episode 18 - 3/10/26 Episode 17 - 2/24/26 Episode 16 - 2/10/26 Episode 15 - 1/22/26 Episode 14 - 1/12/26 Episode 13 - 12/23/25 Episode 12 - 8/13/25 Episode 11 - 8/6/25 Episode 10 - 7/25/25 Episode 9 - 6/4/25 Episode 8 - 5/21/25 Episode 7 - 5/2/25 Episode 6 - 4/25/25 Episode 5
- [Voice Twinkle Twinkle Little Star](https://mkelessons.com/free-practice-starter-kit/voice-twinkle-twinkle-little-star/) - Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Key of G Key of A Key of C Key of D Key of E
- [Voice Major Solfege Arpeggios](https://mkelessons.com/free-practice-starter-kit/voice-major-solfege-arpeggios/) - Major Scale Solfege Arpeggios Key of G Key of A Key of C Key of D Key of E
- [Voice Major Scale Solfege](https://mkelessons.com/free-practice-starter-kit/voice-major-scale-solfege/) - Major Scale Solfege Exercise Key of G Key of A Key of C Key of D Key of E
- [Voice Five Note Solfege](https://mkelessons.com/free-practice-starter-kit/voice-five-note-solfege/) - Five Note Solfege Exercises Key of G Key of A Key of C Key of D Key of E
- [Piano Ode To Joy](https://mkelessons.com/free-practice-starter-kit/piano-ode-to-joy/) - Ode To Joy
- [Piano Ode To Joy Full](https://mkelessons.com/free-practice-starter-kit/piano-ode-to-joy-full/) - Ode To Joy Full
- [Piano Finger Exercise 1](https://mkelessons.com/free-practice-starter-kit/piano-finger-exercise-1/) - Finger Exercise
- [Guitar Pentatonic Scale](https://mkelessons.com/free-practice-starter-kit/guitar-pentatonic-scale/) - Pentatonic Scale
- [Guitar Ode To Joy](https://mkelessons.com/free-practice-starter-kit/guitar-ode-to-joy/) - Ode To Joy: Guitar Practice Guide : 7 Day Guitar Practice Guide video training from MKE Music Lessons. Learn Ode To Joy on Guitar here.
- [Guitar Mary Had A Little Lamb](https://mkelessons.com/free-practice-starter-kit/guitar-mary-had-a-little-lamb/) - Mary Had A Little Lamb
- [Guitar Caterpillar Exercise](https://mkelessons.com/free-practice-starter-kit/guitar-caterpillar-exercise/) - Caterpillar Exercise
- [Guitar Caterpillar Exercise Full](https://mkelessons.com/free-practice-starter-kit/guitar-caterpillar-exercise-full/) - Caterpillar Exercise Full
- [Drum Subdivision Exercise](https://mkelessons.com/free-practice-starter-kit/drum-subdivision-exercise/) - Subdivision Exercise
- [Drum Snare Kick Exercise 2](https://mkelessons.com/free-practice-starter-kit/drum-snare-kick-exercise-2/) - Snare Kick Exercise 2
- [Drum Snare Kick Exercise 1](https://mkelessons.com/free-practice-starter-kit/drum-snare-kick-exercise-1/) - Snare Kick Exercise
- [Holiday Thank You](https://mkelessons.com/holiday-thank-you/) - Your Christmas Music Stocking Is Confirmed! We’re getting everything ready so it’s under the tree on time. Here’s what happens next: Check your email for your receipt. Make sure we aren't in spam. Schedule your first lesson using the button below. This is optional now and can be done later. We’ll prepare the stocking and
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- [Guitar Starter Guide](https://mkelessons.com/guitar-starter-guide/) - If you’re new to guitar, it can be daunting trying to figure out where to start. There are so many options to choose from & it can be overwhelming. Learn more:
- [Vocal Starter Guide](https://mkelessons.com/vocal-starter-guide/) - Vocal Starter Guide The Ultimate Guide to Vocal Care: Keeping Your Voice in Top Shape For vocalists, the voice is more than just an instrument—it’s the key to their craft. Whether you’re a professional singer, a public speaker, or simply someone who loves to use their voice, proper vocal care is essential for maintaining clarity,
- [Piano Starter Guide](https://mkelessons.com/piano-starter-guide/) - Piano Starter Guide from MKE Music Lessons: New piano players may find themselves quickly puzzled about exactly where to start when buying their first keyboard.
- [Drum Starter Guide](https://mkelessons.com/drum-starter-guide/) - Check Out Our FREE Drum Starter Guide! Buying Your First Drum Set? FREE Information on How to Decide which Drum Kit to Buy & How Much Should You Look to Spend.
- [Blog](https://mkelessons.com/blog/) - Check out our music blog with tips, tricks, music lessons, all things music & singing related to get the most out of your music education & musical instruments!
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- [Piano Teacher Tab](https://mkelessons.com/?elementor_library=piano-teacher-tab) - Reece Decorah Styles & Focus: Rock, indie, alternative; fundamentals, theory, improvisation Learn More About Reece Robyn Bennett Style & Focus: Fundamental technique, creative exploration, composition and musical creation, confidence-building, performance prep Learn More About Robyn Joselyn Ziecker Style & Focus: Fundamentals-first, patient and encouraging, confidence-building, recital prep, music literacy, musical expression Learn More About Joselyn
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- [Testimonials](https://mkelessons.com/?elementor_library=testimonials) - Milwaukee Music Lessons Reviews They Did It. So Can You. Hear from other students who made their musical goals a reality. “I’ve been taking lessons from Alex for over a month now and I’ve made more progress in that time than the dozens of times I’ve tried to teach myself. Alex is patient, explains things
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- [Blog Template 1](https://mkelessons.com/?elementor_library=blog-template-1) - Mastering the piano isn’t just about dazzling melodies played by the right hand. The left hand plays a crucial role in providing rhythm, harmony, and depth. For beginners, building a strong foundation in left-hand techniques can significantly boost your accompaniment skills, especially in ballads, blues, and pop songs. Here are three simple and effective left-hand

## Teachers

- [Reece Decorah](https://mkelessons.com/teachers/reece-decorah/) - Styles & Focus: Rock, indie, alternative; fundamentals, theory, improvisation
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