Opening Soon: Gigsquare Arts Academy is preparing to open its doors at Ghurair Mall, Deira, bringing a new standard of arts education to Dubai. A New Approach to Arts Education Gigsquare Arts Academy represents a fresh vision for music and…
Choosing a musical instrument for your child is one of the most important decisions in their artistic journey. The right choice can spark a lifelong passion for music. The wrong choice can lead to frustration and abandoned lessons. As music…
When parents enroll their children in music lessons, they usually focus on the obvious goal: learning to play an instrument. But research shows that music education delivers far more valuable benefits than the ability to play “Happy Birthday” on the…
“My child isn’t a dancer.” We hear this often from parents considering dance classes. Usually, it’s followed by: Here’s our response: There’s no such thing as “not a dancer.” Every child can dance. Every child should dance. Here’s why. Dance…
“Is my child too young to start piano?” “Should we wait until he’s older for violin?” “Can a five-year-old really learn drums?” These are among the most frequent questions parents ask when considering music education. The truth is, age matters—but…
“My child won’t practice!” This is the most prevalent concern expressed by parents. After years of examination, hundreds of students discovered what works for home practice and what doesn’t. Here are seven tried-and-true tactics for turning practice from a daily…
Red flags, green flags, facility inspection tips, teacher qualifications, and the questions you must ask before enrolling your child. Dubai is one of the most exciting cities in the world for the arts. With a growing cultural scene, world-class venues,…
How to navigate local versus international programmes, understand cultural sensitivities, tap into the UAE’s thriving arts scene, and open real performance doors for your child. The United Arab Emirates is not a country that does things quietly when it comes…
Why hip hop is one of the most complete forms of education your child can experience — and what the science actually says about it. When parents first consider enrolling their child in hip hop dance classes, the reaction is…
Dance is one of the most complete physical workouts a child’s body can experience — and the science proves it. Here is what is actually happening inside your child every time they step onto the studio floor. There is a…