I know, it's only October--- but Christmas is coming! The perfect excuse to get your favorite pianist the ivories they've always wanted. But how do you know what to choose when the sea of options feels overwhelming? Today I'm covering the 3 basic types of pianos and how to choose the right one for your needs. Acoustic PianoThese can range anywhere from 50 bucks to 90k+, so it's important to know what you're looking for. Set a budget, then talk to a teacher or tuner to make sure the instrument you're considering is a good value for your money. You…

The short answer? Depends on the kid Experts agree that children should be getting musical experiences early, and the proven developmental benefits of music in cognitive, motor, and life skills have made musical learning a high priority for many families. What is not always agreed upon, however, is when tostart private 1-on-1 lessons for a particular instrument.Some teachers advocate that it's much better to go with group music classes then switch to private lessons around 7+. While I would agree that there are fantastic programs available for this, I'm also a huge fan of starting private lessons during the Pre-K…