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Named after the iconic Steely Dan track, Aja Jardine—better known by her stage name Lady Jay—has always known she was meant to sing. […]

The Ukulele is a cultural mainstay, appearing in top forty songs through the 20th century and surging in popularity since 2000. It is played by millions of people around the world and used as an [...]

Kevin Chen is one of the most accomplished students at Mint. A great bass guitarist, currently studying with instructor, Mark Ritter, his main focus is performing solo on the bass. In fact, he is [...]

On November 2nd, Danny J Ricardo, a seasoned guitar instructor with over 30 years of experience, led a workshop at Mint Music on using guitar effects pedals. The session aimed to address the [...]

Thanksgiving in Canada blends Indigenous and European traditions, celebrating family gatherings and traditional meals. While the holiday can sometimes spark family tensions, its true heart lies [...]

Characterized by its fretless design and ability to play microtones the oud holds significant cultural importance in Middle Eastern music. As an ancestor of the guitar, the oud’s evolution [...]

Since the origins of the modern guitar, (generally traced to the 14th century Guitarra Latina from Spain), the instrument has stood and continues to stand as both a tool and companion for [...]

If you are a singer and are looking for a good microphone for general live performance use, we recommend the Shure SM58. It has earned a solid reputation as a dependable, good sounding and long [...]

In my experience as an adult learner and teacher I have found through trial and error a couple of ways to make practice fun and fruitful. As an adult learner I have often found the frustration [...]

Stake out a special designated place for practicing your music. You need a place where you practice your music, and nothing else. Only music is allowed here. This is the first step to a focused [...]