Balancing Passion and Persistence

Balancing Passion and Persistence

Music has inspired people since the beginning of humanity. It fills us with joy, sorrow, and every emotion in between. It is the reason we choose to learn an instrument. For many, playing music is the primary way we express ourselves. We learn a song that resonates with us and perform it so that others can feel what we felt when we first heard the song. Music connects us all in a way that nothing else can.

However, sometimes we lose interest when learning to play our favorite songs. Learning something new can be challenging, especially when each measure is difficult to play. We might lose sight of the bigger picture when a song has so many new elements. It’s never enjoyable to struggle with something, and nobody is perfect when learning something new. I’ve seen many students lose interest because learning a G major chord is not as exciting as learning a new Taylor Swift song, even though understanding the G major scale and the I, IV, and V chords in that song are equally important.

Sitting down to practice can seem tedious, even though it’s necessary to play an entire song without our fingers hurting. Reminding ourselves why we want to learn to play and why we practice can help us push through these moments of waning interest. Listening to live musicians, revisiting old songs we’ve already learned, or having dance parties to our favorite music are excellent ways to motivate ourselves to keep going.

So, keep practicing and keep learning. You can achieve great things if you stick with it!

 

Sarah Norrie, B.A., Piano Instructor

Jesusa Pons-Garner

I’ve had both my children attend lessons at this location. The staff is absolutely wonderful. Mrs. Amber is an incredible piano instructor!

Jesusa Pons-Garner / parent
Jennifer Ortega

San Antonio Music Academy is very well organized. My daughter's piano teacher is wonderful! She's been taking lessons for 5 months and looks forward to each lesson. I really enjoy the recitals at the LOL Comedy Club.

Jennifer Ortega / parent
Esmeralda Saavedra

My daughter has been registered here since she was 7. Each instructor she’s had has been very friendly and great to work with. Currently she has lessons with Ms Maria and we are so grateful for her and the entire SAMA staff. I can’t recommend enough.

Esmeralda Saavedra / parent
Elio Maldonado Jr.

Jacob was an excellent guitar instructor. He was patient and prepared. I definitely recommend him to any person wanting to learn guitar.

Elio Maldonado Jr. / parent
Crystal Reyes

We absolutely  San Antonio Music Academy!!! All 3 of my children take lessons and they love it. My daughter Taylor has really improved her vocal abilities with the help of a wonderful vocal teacher.

Crystal Reyes / parent
Steve Dell

San Antonio Music Academy is awesome, my son loves the guitar lessons and is super excited to attend every week! He started with zero experience and progressed surprisingly fast. Randy is an amazingly talented guitarist/teacher. He is very patient, yet knows how to push students to the next level. Highly recommend all the instructors, the staff is great!

Steve Dell / parent
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