The latest news from Meyer Music and interesting stories from around the Kansas City band and orchestra scene.
Meyer Music Official Drop Off Location for the Manilow Music Project
The public is invited to donate new or gently used music instruments to benefit Kansas City Public School children in exchange for two free tickets to Barry Manilow’s ONE LAST TIME! concert. (more…)
Putting Beauty in Both the Eye and Ear of the Beholder
Artists have been repurposing materials for use in their art for years. Jewelry artists are no different, and have joined the popular re-purposing movement. Hang Ups in KC is a Kansas City, Missouri-based small business owned and operated by co-creators Kristi Jurgensen and Carolyn Adams. Kristi & Carolyn transform vintage treasures such as keys, silverware and typewriters (to name a few) into fun and inspiring jewelry. The duo have added a unique twist to their materials repertoire thanks to Band of Angels. (more…)
Selecting the Right Step-Up Instrument at the Right Time
It’s an exciting moment when a student gets his or her first band or orchestra instrument. Yet, that moment can be fleeting because soon enough your child’s skill and ability will improve to the point where he or she outgrows that beginner’s instrument. (more…)
There are very few musical instruments that carry as much significance or are as impressive as a grand piano. When investing in one, it is crucial to find the grand piano that not only lives up to your expectations, but also its manufacturer’s reputation. (more…)
Buying the right piano for you You want to buy a piano. You don’t want to spend more than you have to, but you want to invest your money wisely in a piano that will meet your needs now and in the future. We understand. The most important thing to know (and will put your mind at ease) is that it’s hard to go wrong when buying a piano. (more…)
Five Great Reasons Children Should Take Piano Lessons in Kansas City
With three locations around the area, Meyer Music gives thousands of piano lessons in Kansas City every week. Generally speaking, our piano students begin learning to play piano for one of two reasons. (more…)
Science proves playing a band or orchestra instrument improves brain function. Some kids may not like vegetables. They avoid leafy greens and healthy food like homework and chores. Nothing you tell them could possibly change their mind. But have you ever heard of a kid who doesn't like music? (more…)
Ming JZ Handcrafted String Instruments Available At Meyer Music
We’re honored to add Ming JZ violins and violas from highly acclaimed Zhu Ming-Jiang to our stringed instrument selection. Ming JZ handcrafted string instruments are some of the highest-quality instruments available in the world today. (more…)
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