Monthly Archives: November 2018

“Captain Obvious:” How Water Keys Work

Posted on November 23, 2018 by Micah Everett

Allow me to interrupt your holiday recuperations or Black Friday shopping for just a moment to address a pet peeve of mine. I titled this little piece “Captain Obvious,” but given the prevalence of this misunderstanding among my students and … Continue reading →

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On Exercise Equipment and Musical Development

Posted on November 9, 2018 by Micah Everett

The phenomenon of unused home exercise equipment is so pervasive in our society that it has become something of a trope. With the holiday season fast approaching, many families will soon see this in action once again. Typically, a person … Continue reading →

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