Looking for something to do this weekend? With the kids? Even if it rains? If you're in Fairfield County, you're in luck. Check out my friend Wendy's write-up for tomorrow's festivities: Come out and meet the teachers of Bach 2 Rock Ridgefield at the Ridgefield Chamber...
by Marisa Torrieri Bloom For the past two years, I’ve hosted musical play dates for both of my toddler sons, now ages 2 and 3 and a half. It’s one of the BEST experiences I’ve ever had, and always a riot, as 1-year-olds, 2-year-olds, 3-year-olds, and...
As my little ones start to learn about music -- and even make their own music -- I'm on the lookout for great new ideas on engaging them. I wish my parents had read this awesome blog post!...
by Marisa Torrieri Bloom She’s spirited, strong, and plays in a rock-and-roll band. And if she’s also a mom, she’s hoping for some good loot on May 8th. If you’re looking for something special to give a rockmommy for Mother’s Day, here are some great ideas: 1. Yunko...
by Marisa Torrieri Bloom I first met Trish and her husband Chris nearly a decade ago, right before we embarked on the Girls Rock Girls Rule 2007 tour with their band America’s Sweetheart and my band MM & The Underage Hotties. Neither of us were moms...
I couldn’t have been more thrilled with my 5th anniversary wedding present — a 2015 Gibson SG Standard electric guitar, complete with all the trimmings (great pickups, a warm tone, a rich mahogany finish, etc.). But when I went to tune the thing, twisting the...
Not too long ago, rock guitarist St. Vincent — also known as Annie Clark — unveiled an edgy new guitar specifically designed to fit a woman’s body and accommodate her smaller hands. Although pioneers like Daisy Rock have been churning out female-friendly instruments for a while,...