Music and art are hard to classify. Does music have to conform to a set of expectations or criteria? Are whale songs music? What about trees rustling and cars driving by an open window? In many ways, music is in the ear of the beholder. Academics and researchers, however, have spent a lot of time […]
What Song Is This? Find What A Tune Is Called Fast With These Tools
Have you ever had the frustrating experience of hearing a song you but not knowing the name of the song or who sang it? Or how about getting a song stuck in your head but not being able to remember what song it was or where you heard it? These experiences are universal enough […]
How Much Does A Piano Weigh? In Kgs And Lbs (A Movers Guide)
Pianos come in all shapes and sizes, but they have one thing in common – they are heavy. If you’re thinking about moving a piano, you’d better know how much it weighs. And in this guide, we’ll tell you. First off, if you know the exact mo of your piano, you can lo up the […]
How To Fix Piano Keys Sticking And Why They Stick
Maintaining a piano in good condition is not complicated. Keep the piano on an inside wall to prevent temperature changes and don’t move it often. Once or twice a year, have a piano tuner do some maintenance and tune the instrument, and you should be all set. But problems do occur. Most commonly, you’ll sit […]
10 Best Online Metronomes 2020 For Improved Timing & Practice
It is never too late to start practicing with a metronome. If you are like me, your piano teacher was constantly reminding you to practice with a metronome, even if it is hard. Timing is so important and the earlier you start working on it, the better off you will be. Unfortunately for all those […]
How To Get Out Of A Record Deal, & Is It Even Possible?
As your musical career progresses, you will work with different people in the music industry in various roles. Many artists end up working with managers, boing agents in different territories, record labels in different territories, publishing companies, and publicists. These business arrangements can be set up in different ways – agents and publicists don’t usually […]
What Makes A Good Song? A Songwriters Guide
You know a good song when you hear one. A good song can send a chill down your spine. It can immediately get your head bouncing. A good song can have you singing the words by the second chorus. A good song makes you want to spin the track again. As a songwriter, your ears […]
How To Win A Songwriting Competition [Or Give Yourself The Best Chance]
Songwriting contests are a great way to extend the potential life of your song, give it a chance to be heard, and get feedback on the song. If you place in one of the top spots you’ll win cash, and often performance and industry opportunities as well. Winning or placing in a songwriting competition is […]
How To Buy A Used Piano; What To Look For When Going Second Hand
Buying a used piano is a good move for most prospective piano owners. Pianos tend to have long shelf lives, especially if they are properly maintained and cared for. Pianos are expensive instruments and moving them around is not easy. You want to be sure you’re buying a good instrument before you shell out cash […]
13 Best Songwriting Books 2020 That’ll Improve Your Lyricism
Songwriting is a skill that can be improved. any other skill, there are techniques to learn, skills to develop, talents to hone. But unlike many other musical skills, songwriting suffers from a lack of obvious resources. Because songwriting is so personal, people tend to be unwilling to accept the idea of ‘practising’ songwriting or […]
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