Musical Gift Ideas!

 

Help make music an everyday part of your child’s life by considering it when you look for gifts!

Most of the following items can be purchased at local music stores.  I recommend the

Flesher Hinton Music Company.

 

Higher Quality Instruments - Consider this for students who are serious about music!

*    Please ask Mr. Kemp for brand recommendations before buying.  Price is not always the best indicator!

 

Equipment and Accessories

*    Metronome – Help keep your child on beat!  Everyone should have one!

*    Digital Tuner – These are especially important for string players!

*    Instrument Care Kits – Keep those instruments working properly by cleaning, polishing, and greasing them!

*    Chin Rests – These make violin and viola playing more comfortable.

*    Thumb Saver – Help make your child more comfortable while playing clarinet!

 

Books, CD’s, and Videos

*    Solo Books – Many music stores even have books of popular radio songs!

*    Duet Books – Keep your child interested by encouraging them to play with friends!

*    Movie or Play Soundtracks – These are sometimes the best way to get your child excited about playing!

*    Blast! Video – This is an amazing portrayal of brass, percussion, and acting.  Recorded live in London.

*    Stomp! Video – Expose your child to some exciting and unusual drumming.  These guys can play on anything!

 

Software – There are many programs available that are designed for children to enhance their musical ability!

*    Music Ace

*    Music Ace 2

*    Teach Me Piano

*    MidiSaurus

*    Super Duper Music Looper

*    Julliard Music Adventure

*    MusIQ: Opus 1 Challenger

*    Finale Print Music – This allows advanced students to write their own music, hear it played, and print it out!

*    Check at computer stores for even more titles!

 

Music Themed Trinkets! – Click on the following links for stores that specialize in anything with music on it!

*    The Music Stand

*    Friendship House

 

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