When you hear a song for the first time, it can be magical. You start asking yourself questions like, “How did they do that?” and “What are those chords?” Songs can often sound more complicated than they are. When I began learning how to play pop piano (and especially guitar) I was astonished to find…
I’ve been playing piano for as long as I can remember, so when people ask me how long I’ve been playing, it’s hard for me to give an answer. Without being too dramatic, I believe that learning any instrument is a lifelong endeavor – the more you know, the less you know. The better you…
So, how should you go about it? Get a teacher? Learn on YouTube? Teach yourself by ear? Take an online piano course? There is no right way to learn. Over the years, many students have learned from teachers, from books and by ear. The important thing is to get started and keep at it! In…
If you’ve ever wondered if you can learn piano in your 20s, or if it’s too late to learn piano at 30 (or even 40+), then this is the article for you. I’ve been playing piano since the age of four. Maybe even earlier. While I did not always appreciate the lessons when I was…
You voice is an instrument unlike any other – you use it for so much more than just singing. It’s also intricately tied to your physical well-being and health. A healthy lifestyle leads to a healthier voice. Singing is strange, because it comes so naturally, and yet there is definitely a right way and a…
Looking for a record label in Nashville to potentially sign to? Or just want to see some record labels in the state of Tennessee? Well here are seven of Nashville city’s coolest independent labels. We show who they are, what they do, and what types of acts they tend to sign. Thirty Tigers – A…
Crafting a good brand on Instagram is an artistic challenge, separate but intertwined with all of your other career pursuits. Back in the day, artists didn’t need to have dozens of up-to-date promo shots at the ready. You only needed two per year. Now, you’re expected to project yourself onto social media all the time….
For many artists, playing in a band and then moving into a solo project is a natural progression. There are pros and cons to both. Managing all of the personalities and egos in a band is a challenge. Trying to organize an entire creative project by yourself is also a challenge. Sometimes, a solo project…
You would be surprised at how many artists and musicians have tribute bands running on the side. There are a ton of tribute bands in the world. Some are “just for fun” tributes – usually started because a group of musicians have a passion for a particular artist. On the other hand, there is a…
Being passionate about music and wanting to have a career in music can be discouraging at times – everyone knows how hard it is to make a go of it as an artist. It can even feel impossible at times. That doesn’t mean you should be discouraged. There are many, many jobs in the music…
TikTok is one of the newest and most interesting social media apps on the market. Despite the fact that it has been downloaded over 800 million times worldwide, it’s not yet a household name. Basically, the app allows people to upload clips of up to 15 seconds. Kind of like Vine. It includes AR filters…
So, you’ve decided to learn how to strum a few chords, pick a few lines, shred a couple solos. Nice. Welcome to the club. Learning guitar is satisfying and enjoyable at any age. Playing guitar casually is my primary way to relax and de-stress. I just sit around and play chords. It’s amazing. Sometimes a…
Playing shows is fun, but they are much more fun when you have someone to play to. When you start playing shows, there’s a good chance you’ll play at least a few with low attendance. It’s good to get used to this. As you build a local following, and decide to play in other cities,…
Whether you’re just starting out on guitar or have been playing for a while but need a little guidance, tabs are quite handy. Tabs lay out what frets you should be playing by showing you the fret number on the corresponding string. They are an easy way to learn songs on the guitar. The problem…
You’ve created some music that you are proud of, and you want to share it; how do you go about putting it out into the world? These days, it’s more complicated than ever. You’ve got a lot to stay on top of. There’s blogs, Spotify playlists, local media, and physical publicity. That’s a lot, though…