Hoop rolling might sound like something ancient, but in the year 1900, it was a super popular game, especially for children! Imagine a giant wooden or metal hoop—sometimes plain, sometimes decorated—and a stick or small bat. The goal was simple but exciting: push or strike the hoop to keep it rolling along without letting it fall over. You could race your friends, try tricks, or just enjoy the satisfying rhythm of the hoop spinning under your control.

February open  mic was the first of 2026.  These open mics tend to be well attended, fun interactive sessions for 2 hours. The night included learning some traditional dancing from a grandmother. Comparing the same song sung in different styles and the effect that had on the audience.  We were taught to beatbox by a student. 

Diabelli's Opus 125, a collection of 28 études for piano, offers a unique and highly effective pathway for new piano students to develop fundamental skills and unlock their musical potential. Far from being merely technical exercises, these études are crafted with pedagogical insight, providing a structured and engaging learning experience.

The image of German composer Carl Reinecke  (1824-1910) Carl Reinecke was a famous German composer, conductor, and teacher who lived in the 19th century. He was born on June 23, 1824, in the town of Altona, which is now part of Hamburg (1) , Germany. Reinecke was a very talented musician from a young age, learning to play the piano and compose music early in his life. An AI generated video based on this article. Notebook LM Carl Reinecke's Professional Experience By the time

A gavotte is a French dance form that originated in the 16th century and became popular in the Baroque era (roughly 1600-1750). It is characterized by its moderate tempo, often in 2/2 or 4/4 time, and its distinctive rhythmic pattern that typically begins on the second beat of the measure. This gives it a graceful, often light, and sometimes stately feel.

A key signature is the sharp signs next to the clef. In this case we have F sharp, C sharp and G sharp. If you need help here please see the key signatures blog. The tonic triad is the 1st , 3rd and 5th note of the scale. When there is no key signature this triad requires an sharp sign in front of the C to make it a C sharp. It does not need a F sharp or a G sharp as there is no F or C in the triad to raise by a semitone.