Articles written by Amy Schumaker

The Tria Hair Removal System is an FDA-approved hair removal device for at home use. I wanted to see if Tria's claims held up after the first treatment.

Aug 26, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

Essential oils and simple household ingredients are very effective at disinfecting hands and surfaces. They can be used to alleviate cold and flu symptoms.

Aug 10, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

Try skipping the extras in beauty products and buy the main ingredient: shea butter. With a bit of knowledge, you can buy the right variety for any job.

Aug 7, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

People on a gluten-free diet don't have to give up the taste or convenience of the sandwich. There are many adaptations that will make friends jealous!

Jul 10, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

Deet, a common chemical used in bug repellents, can be harmful to people and the environment. Use a natural alternative with essential oils to repel bugs.

Jul 8, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

The trombone slide is very delicate and many people wait too long before cleaning it. A few easy steps can keep it clean and playing well.

Jun 12, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

The clarinet mouthpiece has a huge influence on the overall clarinet sound. An upgrade may improve sound, tone quality, intonation, security, and response.

Jun 6, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

Pen pals love getting small gifts in the mail. Many gifts for pen friends are inexpensive or free and can fit into the same envelope as the letter.

Jun 1, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

The history of Celiac Disease has spanned over 2,000 years. But only in the 1900's have doctors discovered that the treatment included eliminating wheat.

May 10, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

These songwriters helped to create our ideas of chivalrous knights and damsels in distress. Traveling around Europe, they were the rock stars of their day.

Apr 23, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

Plainchant was in its high point over a thousand years ago, yet we can see this sophisticated genre's influences all around us still today.

Apr 20, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

Most think all of the troubadors of the middle ages were men. However, there were women traveling musicians and the most famous of all of all was Beatrice.

Apr 13, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

Harmful chemicals in household cleaners can hurt pets, but using green cleaners around the house can clean the home and keep pets safe.

Mar 23, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

Northern Pitcher plants are carnivorous plants that are fun and easy to grow...if you know how.

Mar 19, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

Graphic notation has given performers and composers a new musical creativity that traditional notation lacks.

Mar 8, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

Baking soda has long been used to clean and deodorize in the home. It's simple, cheap, and much more environmentally friendly than chemical cleaners.

Mar 8, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

Brass players have been experimenting with multiphonics for about half a century now, but the skill has its roots in one of the oldest instruments.

Feb 26, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

There are many alternative free mentorships available online or through mail that allow adults to be a meaningful part of a young person's life.

Feb 22, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

Haydn was the father of the symphony and the string quartet, but he also had mastered the concerto as well. His Concerto 88 in G is an excellent example of his talent.

Feb 15, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

When a pet has a food allergy his owners can put him on an elimination diet to figure out what is causing problems.

Feb 1, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

About 10% of all allergies in dogs are caused by food. Owners can go through some simple steps to figure out and diagnose a pet food allergy.

Feb 1, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

We get close to our pets. They slobber, lick, and cuddle up to us. Yet many pet foods contains gluten. How can we maintain a gluten-free diet while enjoying our pets?

Jan 2, 2010 - Amy Schumaker

Saving money while buying a used instrument for a new orchestra student can be intimidating for parents, but it doesn't have to be. With a few tips, it can be simple.

Dec 31, 2009 - Amy Schumaker

With technology becoming a larger part of learning, websites are stepping up to provide excellent musical education tools.

Dec 21, 2009 - Amy Schumaker

A celiac's ideal is to have his or her own completely gluten-free kitchen. However, in reality, this is almost never possible. How can a celiac share a kitchen while re

Dec 20, 2009 - Amy Schumaker

Finding a well-made, quality instrument for a new band student can be intimidating for parents, but it doesn't have to be. With a few tips, it can become simple.

Dec 12, 2009 - Amy Schumaker

Children learn so much from hearing a story. Take advantage of these wonderfully written and illustrated musical storybooks to inspire an interest of music in a child.

Dec 8, 2009 - Amy Schumaker

Parents who want to get involved in an early childhood music program have many choices. The only way to know which is right for a child is to learn about each one.

Dec 5, 2009 - Amy Schumaker

David Schiller's Christmas Car-I-Oke edition of his popular Car-I-Oke series anticipates just what a family needs for fun during winter car rides.

Nov 30, 2009 - Amy Schumaker

Children learn a sense of rhythm while they are still very young but don't always know how to apply their knowledge in music lessons.

Nov 30, 2009 - Amy Schumaker

"I Wonder as I Wander" has had a long journey from a small town in North Carolina to international fame. But do you know how it began?

Nov 29, 2009 - Amy Schumaker

The Christmas songs we were brought up with bring back wonderful holiday memories year after year, but there are many unknown songs just waiting to be rediscovered.

Nov 24, 2009 - Amy Schumaker

Research has shown how good sight-readers are successful, but how should we be teaching these skills to music students?

Nov 22, 2009 - Amy Schumaker

Music research is coming to common conclusions on what makes a good sight-reader. By adding a few simple habits, a musician can improve sight-reading skills.

Nov 21, 2009 - Amy Schumaker

The answer isn't clear cut. Children develop at a different rate and will be ready for piano lessons in their own time. So when is your child ready?

Nov 20, 2009 - Amy Schumaker

Sight-reading is a skill that all musicians need, but few understand. Those who understand how to sight-read could use the information to become better musicians.

Nov 20, 2009 - Amy Schumaker