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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…

The Top 17 Ways Learning a Musical Instrument Gives You The Edge

Why are those who are good playing an instrument also good at other things? What are the benefits of playing a musical instrument that give them the edge?

How universities are planning for back to school

Institutions know students want to come back—these three experts have ideas for how to make it happen.

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...

This Is How Music Can Change Your Brain

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

5 Reasons to Learn a Musical Instrument

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

Poarch: What is legal profession’s ‘special’ interest?

The fact is, our current judicial selection system isn’t broken, and attempts to change it should be viewed with caution and perhaps a healthy dose of skepticism as to the motives behind any propos…

Kid to Know has "special" interest

DANVILLE -- This Kid to Know sure knows how to make others feel good!

Should investors buy special-purpose buildings?

These unicorns can portend great risk and must be evaluated carefully.

Special purpose vehicles: Financial wizardry or tumbling dominoes?

The answers to preventing SPV failure in infrastructure projects may lie in three key areas of oversight.

Does Human Consciousness have Special Purpose?

Scientists say our consciousness is the product of our brains, with purposes set by evolutionary fitness. Theologians believe our consciousness reflects the God who created it, with majestic purpose of eternal life. Mystics hold my consciousness is a drop in the ocean of cosmic consciousness, with cycles and return. For sure, consciousness is a test case.

Get More from Your Router with These Special-Purpose Bits

Unlock the potential of your router with these unique bits.

SPACs: What's a Special Purpose Acquisition Company?

A detailed look at SPACs, what they’re used for, and how they can provide unique benefits to both companies & investors as long as they’re good fit.

Music and Autism: The Benefits of Music for Special Needs Children

More and more parents and teachers of special needs children are starting to realize the remarkable connection between music and autism. Research has shown that when autistic children interact with…

10 Reasons You’re Not Getting Promoted (and What You Can Do About It)

Career Development Special Interest Group (SIG) - 10 Reasons You’re Not Getting Promoted (and What You Can Do About It). Online registration by Cvent

Unlock yelp/foursquare specials when you check in at Supersonic Music!

Hey yelpers!! Check in at Supersonic Music to get a special deal! Don’t know what we’re talking about?? Yelp is the fun and easy way to find and talk about great (and not so great) loca…

How music can make a family trip special

Finding the right playlists and knowing how to connect a tune to a place can help you make the most of your travel soundtrack.

23 Tips: How to Build a Music Resume

Working at a pizza place making $7 an hour is insulting to many musicians. It can be your reality, though. When I met with a recent client that was the scenario. As a career coach, the first question I always ask is “What have you been up to?”

12 Reasons Why You Should Be Thankful For Music