If your child loves music, you might be wondering when they should take the next step and start playing in a band.

At Keen School of Music, we work with adult students who come in with various different sets of goals. Some want to learn piano for the first time, while other adult students want to pick guitar back up after years away or improve their singing voice, understand music theory, join a band, or simply do something creative that is not attached to work, errands, or someone else's schedule.

Emily Metcalf is a multi-instrumentalist and teacher at Keen School of Music in Gallatin TN. Emily has been playing music for over twenty years, specializing in brass instruments, vocal performance, and everything in between. Being the daughter of two professional music teachers, Emily strives to carry on her parents' legacy by fostering the next generation of musicians. Our intern, Lex Bogs, sat down with Emily to tell you a little more about who she is behind the scenes.

If you’ve been wondering about summer music lessons, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common questions parents ask this time of year. Summer feels like a natural stopping point, and it makes sense to want a reset.

Many parents wonder if their child should start with piano before learning another instrument. Because of its visual layout and ability to teach melody, rhythm, and harmony at the same time, piano often provides one of the strongest musical foundations for beginners exploring music lessons.

Learn how often to practice an instrument, how long sessions should be, and how to build an effective music practice routine that actually improves skills.

Explore February music history, including The Beatles, Grammy Awards, Super Bowl halftime shows, and iconic moments that shaped modern music.

Get to know James Chiodo, drum instructor at Keen School of Music. In this behind-the-scenes interview, James shares his musical background, teaching philosophy, creative life, and what inspires him to help students find their rhythm.

On Sunday, July 27th, the Keen School of Music community gathered for one of our favorite moments of the year. The 2025 Summer Rock-Ready Show lit up Starstruck Farm with an evening of live music, confidence, and seriously impressive performances from our Rock-Ready bands.