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lillou_2 wrote:


If you know of any good websites with holiday or seasonal music that would work as music and movement activities for preschoolers please post them!

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Dany wrote:


and why do some parents hate it when there little kids prefer this kind of music do they think its nt right for them or what?

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Darwin wrote:


Era, Enigam and Enya are New Age music, aren’t they?
Enigma I mean.

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Nathan Gurley wrote:


Andrew James Hymel is the owner, proprietor, and music director of Andy Hymel School of Music in Gretna, Louisiana, just outside of New Orleans. It is a success story that has blossomed from one man’s dream of music education into a consortium of teachers and students who strive for excellence and value the importance of the preservation of the arts in today’s New Orleans.

When asked about his Post Katrina experience, Hymel relied, “It was scary to reopen the school and it was like starting over, but I felt the community needed something to use as an outlet for the emotions caused by Katrina. We weren’t just rebuilding a music school; we were rebuilding the minds and souls of our students and their families.”

Andy Hymel earned a degree in Jazz Performance from Loyola

University in New Orleans, LA. At a young age, his musical talents developed from “jamming” with neighborhood musicians in the Algiers area, notably Frank Saucier, a regular solo artist at Kerry’s Irish Pub in the French Quarter. In the 80’s, he honed his guitar skills at the World’s Fair with the vocal group “Celebration” and is to this day appreciative of that opportunity.

While his music accomplishments were self-developed, his community involvement and business acumen were mostly inspired by his dad.

His father, Lloyd Hymel, is a pillar of the Algiers community and an elder of Saint Andrews the Apostle Church. He was Chairman of the West Bank Chamber of Commerce, President of the Petroleum Club and the West Bank Rotary Club, and Vice President of AMF Tuboscope in Harvey, Louisiana.

One of his brothers, Philip Hymel, is the Chief Financial Forecaster of Entergy New Orleans and recently served as President of the University of New Orleans Alumni Association. Another brother, David Hymel, is in the oil and gas business and for years organized the oil field “Chili Cook Off”; recently at Boomtown Casino and previously at Alvin Andrew Callender Naval Airforce Base in Belle Chasse, Louisiana.

Another brother, Greg, owned and operated a Zack’s Frozen Yogart franchise and is a Ginger Baker “Cream” style drummer. His is also an artist/painter and is displayed in several restauraunts in the New Orleans area. Obviously, the senior Mr. Hymel set a solid foundation for his children to excel in business and community development.

With that said, it is apparent that Andy Hymel has parlayed his strong family values and love of music instruction from a work at home business into a full blown, reputable, school of music.

Branching off from the security of working from home, Hymel first opened his school at 601 Terry Parkway in Gretna, LA, in an area commonly known as Terrytown. What started as a handful of students quickly blossomed into a full school of music with 280 students strong and has had to relocate to a larger building at 1800 Stumph Boulevard. Predominantly a guitar teacher, he also teaches piano and bass. His drum instructor, Jumpin’ Joe Gelini, graduated from Berklee School of Music in Boston, a great accomplishment considering only 2% of those who attend Berklee actually graduate. The school has a wide variety of teachers, including band directors and vocal coaches, covering several instruments and genres. Even Hymel’s high school guitar teacher from Holy Cross is on the payroll!

Mr. Hymel (not his dad Lloyd) believes that music education can start at the Pre-K level and has programs and original songs in place for the youngest of students. He also has courses geared for “Baby Boomers” as well.

In between those age groups, one of his most amazing accomplishments is that 5 of his students have received full scholarships to various schools of music and EVERY one of his 10 students who have applied to NOCCA was accepted on their first audition!

One former student begins as an understudy this fall with the Metropolitan Opera Association. Another, Alex Zander, is a published singer/songwriter. Alex is an entire story yet to be written. Stay tuned.

In addition to his accomplishments as a teacher and entrepreneur, he has written and recorded hundreds of original songs and his efforts are starting to be recognized. Most notably. the son of Clarenece “Frogman” Henry, marketing himself as Clarence “Frogman” Henry Jr. , is considering many of Hymel’s songs for his soon to be released CD.

For Andrew James Hymel this is only the start. As an unabashed Beatles fan, an admitted student of New Orleans music, and an unwavering ambassador of music education, the sky is the limit!

Whether you listen to me or not, you will certainly hear from him.



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Grace wrote:


I am doing this homework for the Jazz age music, and I need all the info I can get. Please Help!!!??

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Saskia L wrote:


what kind of music is that?
Is it kinda like classical piano?

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itshelpwanted wrote:


Dear all,

I have been invited to be the MC of a piano recital at the end of August. My piano teacher asks me to think of some musicianship games to be included during the intermission when she and a few other teachers would be working out the votes of parents and students for some awards to be given out at the end of the recital. Does anyone know any group music games for all ages? There will be students of all ages performing, so I need to devise games that would suit all ages. Please advise, many thanks.

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A L wrote:


If I am already in my 30s, can i still get into Berklee?

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Sergio wrote:


I have an 18 month old and he has one of those tiny 6 key pianos. Yesterday we were amazed to see him use both hands and play it as if he was a classical master!!
Want to encourage him in this field.

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jackytreehornn wrote:


I’ve heard this in other trailers before. Also, I’m positive this music is not from The Island. This music was playing during a TV spot I just saw and is different from the music playing in the trailers I’ve seen in theaters and online. Thanks!!

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Edward Weiss wrote:


The first style made popular by George Winston introduces a more percussive “hard” sound. Created mostly be a left-hand ostinato, this style is very chord-oriented and paints a background of textures while the right-hand is free to improvise a melody. The reason that I say this style is a hard sounding one is that when compared with someone like David Lanz, the difference is readily apparent.

Lanz goes for a softer, more melodic approach. This isn’t to say that either of these artists has never played in different ways, it’s just that their signature sound is different.

As an example, look at the piece “Rainforest.” It is a percussive piece made up of a left-hand ostinato pattern. Now the piece “Ocean Dreams” is softer with the melody actually taking center stage.

It’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with both styles. When I first started playing, I identified mostly with the “Winston” style but find myself leaning more towards a softer style now. I really like the pianist John Herberman off of the Solitude’s label. His playing is exquisite and very emotional.



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Bmwm6isbest wrote:


When i put disc in the intro and stuff work but when i am playing a game i dont hear music? I checked my volume controls it nothing muted and it all way high. I only hear when it building noise but i dont hear the aoe music why?Can someone help me with this please.

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