Koss Music Center

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

3 Things Parents Must Tell Their Children When They Begin a Musical Instrument

“You are allowed to fail, and you will become better because of your failures.” There are no red pen marks for missed notes in music the way there are on tests — there is nothing to feel bad about when you play something “wrong” in music. To become skilled at a musical instrument — and to become great at anything — one needs to struggle a little. In your child’s case, they need to sound bad before they sound good; they need to…

Jimmy Page Tricked You: Why You're Playing "Stairway to Heaven" Wrong—and How to Fix It

I know what you’re thinking: “I can already play that perfectly well, thank you very much!” And, of course, you can. You’ve got the intro and verse rhythm

How to Shop for Classical Music on Vinyl

So, you’ve decided to nerd up your record collection and expand your aural palette by getting into classical music on vinyl? Awesome! But where to start? The good news is that high-quality classical vinyl is relatively easy to find. The great news is that learning the basics of how to...

This Is How Music Can Change Your Brain

Actively learning to play an instrument can help a child's academic achievement

Stop Forcing Your Kids to Learn a Musical Instrument

Our daughter Rebekah, who is in second grade, takes three after-school classes every week. On Monday there is violin; on Wednesday, Hebrew; and on Thursday, ballet. One of these classes connects her to a religious tradition going back three thousand years. Two of them are pretty well pointless.I don’t mean that as a bad thing. Pointlessness rules, as far as I am concerned. Lots of great activities...

5 Reasons to Learn a Musical Instrument

Benefits of music education and reasons why you should learn to play a musical instrument.

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing & the Benefits of ERP

The industrial machinery manufacturing industry requires seamless integration between systems, along with lifecycle management.

How To Start An Equipment Rental Business

How to start an equipment rental business. Establish the business, choose a name, develop a plan, seek insurance, and run the business.

Is It Cheaper To Rent Or Buy Industrial Machinery?

If you need equipment replacement in your company and are conflicted on what to consider, this article could be of great assistance to you.

Four Common Equipment Rental Mistakes Managers Make

Managers frequently make crucial mistakes in a number of areas related to the equipment rental process that can lead to lower productivity, increased costs, etc.

A Few Things You Should Know about Lawn Mowing Equipment Rentals

When considering lawn mowing equipment rentals, you first need to establish what your needs are for the area to be mowed.

The Rental House Rules: How to Get the Most of Your Equipment Rental House

There’s a hack that allows your film to boast the latest cameras, lenses, grip, lighting and sound gear. It’s called the rental house.

FREE Infographic: Equipment: Rent or Buy?

What Rental Equipment do You Need for Spring?

What Rental Equipment do You Need for Spring?<br>Winter is coming! Wait, wrong quote. As winter begins to fade everyone is setting their eyes on spring. Warmer wea(...)

How To Get The Right Rental Equipment To Your Worksite

For organizations involved in water, wastewater and stormwater projects, renting equipment can be a pivotal part of any endeavor. If an essential piece of equipment is not available, that can result in idle workers and a project falling off schedule and extending beyond budget.

10 Essential Maintenance Tips to Make Rental Equipment Revenue-Ready

Putting in the time to take care of hard-working rental equipment is essential to keeping the fleet ready to rent at all times. Because, without ready, reliable and safe equipment, there simply is no rental business.

12 Reasons Why You Should Be Thankful For Music

Getting The Gig: How To Be A “Working” Musician

Not everyone is destined to be a singer-songwriter, or a composer, or a longtime member of a band. Some of us are born with a special gift for wailing on our instrument, knocking people out with our dexterity, virtuosity and “feel.” And that sort of talent and skill can lead to a vibrant career as an in-demand session musician or as a traveling sideman. So, how does one go about getting that gig—and gigs for years, even decades, to come? In short: you’d…

How to Build a Productive Music Practice Routine From Home

These tips can help musicians get the most out of their home practice time, and they apply to everyone from seasoned professional players down to young music students.