by Johnny Carroll | Oct 16, 2025 | Instruments
Learning how to properly assemble your trombone is one of the first and most important things every new player should know. Doing it correctly prevents damage, helps you play comfortably, and sets you up for great tone and technique. At Chagrin Valley Music, we show...
by Johnny Carroll | Oct 16, 2025 | Instruments
If you’ve ever held a trombone and marveled at that long slide, you may wonder: when did people first build an instrument like this? The trombone has a long and fascinating history, blending design innovation, musical demand, and evolution over centuries. At Chagrin...
by Johnny Carroll | Oct 16, 2025 | Instruments
Learning to hold a trombone correctly is the foundation for good tone, balance, and comfort. Because the trombone doesn’t have valves like most brass instruments, proper hand and body position are key to smooth slide movement and good control. At Chagrin Valley Music,...
by Johnny Carroll | Oct 7, 2025 | Instruments
Changing the strings on a classical guitar is a little different from changing strings on a steel-string acoustic. Because classical guitars use nylon strings (and no bridge pins), they require a specific tying technique to stay secure and in tune. At Chagrin Valley...
by Johnny Carroll | Oct 7, 2025 | Instruments
If your guitar doesn’t feel quite right—maybe the strings buzz, notes sound off, or it’s just harder to play—it might be time for a guitar setup. At Chagrin Valley Music, a guitar setup is one of the most common and valuable services we provide. It’s the process of...
by Johnny Carroll | Oct 7, 2025 | Instruments
Drum notation may look intimidating at first—lots of lines, dots, and symbols—but once you understand the basics, it’s your roadmap to rhythm. At Chagrin Valley Music, we help new drummers learn to read drum music so they can practice effectively and play confidently...
