Discover seven early signs your child may be ready to learn music. From rhythm and singing to creativity and curiosity, learn how to encourage their musical journey with confidence.

Life can be busy, and managing stress while staying focused is often a challenge. Over time, many of us become accustomed to this pressure. Some people learn to ignore it, while others carry anxiety, frustration, or stress throughout their daily lives. Life In General After nine years of mentoring musicians, I have seen many artists experience a noticeable shift after completing a track, performing confidently, or releasing their music. The sense of achievement and expression

NASER - Performing live at Actress & Bishop (Birmingham, 2023) There are many vocal techniques and exercises that can help improve vocal skills, whether for speaking confidently or singing with greater control. Knowing the right set of exercises on a weekly or daily basis can help to strengthen the ability to resonate, support and tune the vocal cords and help you with the confidence of projecting your voice during the day. I have spend many years practising different vocal t

Sometimes we want to reach our goals and dreams overnight. During my nine years of teaching music, one question has consistently come up during introductory sessions: “How long does it take to learn to play music?” It’s a natural question. Learning music is a commitment, and people want to understand how much time, effort, and patience are involved before they can start seeing real progress. The truth is that every learner is different. Some people progress quickly, while oth

At some point in learning music, most people hit the same moment: A note, a phrase, or a melody just doesn’t come out the way they expect. This is very common in vocal work, especially when: reaching higher notes controlling pitch accurately moving through more detailed melodic lines Why Vocal Control Feels Difficult at First I see this regularly in sessions, and it’s a natural part of the learning process. It can feel frustrating, but these challenges are not random. They us

NASER performing live with the band at O2 Institute (2023) The creative industry is one of the most rewarding pathways for maintaining creativity, exploring your talents, and finding joy, whether that develops into a career or remains a personal hobby. Either way, it can be challenging when it comes to barriers, both internal and external. Emotional blockages or life circumstances can affect any creative individual at any skill level. What matters most is how you handle these

Many adults believe they’ve “missed the window” to learn piano or develop their musical skills; whether they’re 25 or 60. The truth is, learning music as an adult can be more focused, meaningful and rewarding than ever before. As an adult, you already: • Know what music you genuinely love • Understand your personal goals • Appreciate progress differently • Learn with intention rather than pressure That already puts you ahead. The biggest challenge for adults is usually time a