So do nerves get the better of you, do you pull out of performing or not even try when you actually want to or could perform?

To feel much better and do well - you should actually perform as much as you can, to get the better of your musical nerves!
More tips >here on MEC's 'Musicians Corner'
Post your comments below!

Share your photos from performance afternoons and events such as the recent North Shore Strings festival.  It's great to have your shots pre and post performance and see you having a great time enjoying music with your family and friends!
Just e-mail to: promotions@musiceducation.co.nz you can also post to our >facebook wall.

http://musiceducation.co.nz/resources/musicians/
Hey there, check out the great links to help you in your music profession or hobby!
Post any useful links you want to share here and we'll put them up for others to enjoy

There are around 1,500 friendly students at MEC, many learning different instruments.

- Click comment to post your favourite song you are learning or have mastered below.  Thanks for sharing - you'll be a better musician for it! 

- Did you know simply by sharing musical knowledge and favourite songs it increases performance and musical confidence and even has an impact on helping build a stronger community - pretty good huh!  And the more you do it the better it gets!

Which is better?  Leave your comments below.  (Click comment to post).

At our recent performance afternoons many players were on stage for the first time, everyone overcame any nerves to do a great job.  Tell us about your performance tips - here are some of  >our tips to check out!

Is Rock and Pop "Real" music, or are only classically trained players proper musicians

Our students love to take music out to the community.  We really loved being a part of the Oratia Country Fair with our rock bands adding to the great atmosphere. 

Lessons with The Music Education Centre have a real impact in the lives of both children and adult students. We enjoy all the positive affirmation we receive from our students, so thanks, our teachers and team are committed to your enjoyment of music and towards your learning and goals.

Please feel free to write about your positive experiences and the beneficial impacts gained from lessons below. By doing this, it can inspire others to work towards achieving all the same benefits you or your family are enjoying.

Or drop us an >e-mail if you like, with any comments you would like to share.  We look forward to hearing from you!

Practice Secrets - Instead of telling a child to go and practice, ask them to come and play to you!  It really makes music learning fun and a family affair!

Lionel Reekie
Music Education Specialist
Director MEC