Does the 9 year old in your life show an inclination for wanting to play the guitar? Few things could cause a bigger smile than giving them a guitar to play. Not sure what you should be looking for when it comes to buying a guitar for a 9 year old? You’ve come to the…
Purchasing a guitar for a child of any age can be a difficult process. It becomes even more difficult if you personally don’t have any experience playing the guitar. How should you know what to look for when purchasing a guitar, specifically for an 8 year old? If you’re having this thought, this article is…
It’s always a blessing when a young child shows interest in playing the guitar. However, it does pose a bit of a challenge when trying to find them a playable guitar. The majority of playable guitars are most appropriate for adults, with the quality of children’s guitars often a little underwhelming. Fortunately, you do not…
Do you want to be a guitar god? Do you want to shred the heck out of your guitar? This quick guide will get you started on the road to guitar mastery. I’ve included tips and tricks from guitar legends that will definitely inspire you to pick up the guitar right now and practice till…
Drum kits are large instruments with many parts. It’s important to learn what each part of the drum kit is called so that learning to play becomes easier. It’s also good to know your kit’s layout so that you understand how everything works together; with multiple years of experience playing drum, I’m confident I’m the…
From the haunting beauty of a violin solo in a somber acoustic classic like “Dust In The Wind” to the playful violin filling the spaces in the lusty 80s Celtic folk pop of “Come On Eileen,” the violin is a powerful instrument, whether used in a gentle singer-songwriter tune, full orchestra, or to complement a…
As the birthplace of hip hop, the East Coast has always been important to the rap and hip-hop community. From humble beginnings in the Bronx to a worldwide takeover, East Coast rappers changed the way we listen to music. From the golden age in the 90s to today, here are the best East Coast rappers.
The West Coast is the best coast, or at least, that’s how the saying goes. West Coast rap originated in California in the late 1970s and early 1980s though the spirit is still present in modern-day rappers from the area. Read on as we explore the best West Coast rappers of all time, from the…
Tongue drums are amazing percussion instruments that allow you to play sweet and soothing melodies without needing to have much musical knowledge. You can use them in small percussion groups, or you can use them in meditative settings, such as yoga classes or music therapy. They’re like handpans in many ways, but they’re a lot…
Conga drums provide incredible rhythmic and deep tones to add to musical settings. If you’re a percussionist, you’ll be no stranger to playing these tall Cuban drums. If you’re new to conga playing, you may be wondering what to look for when buying them or how to tell which ones are good or not. Here’s…
Kpop boy groups don’t just dominate the national music charts. They also set trends and have a greater impact on many forms of media like TV and films – sometimes on an international scale. “Who is your favorite K-pop boy group?” isn’t just table talk for avid followers of the genre. It’s a dinnertime conversation…
Cute, fun, and talented. Can’t get enough of K-pop girl groups? We can’t either! But which ones are the best of the best? Which tracks should you listen to? Which groups should you keep an eye on for their next release or tour? Here are the best Kpop girl groups ever. When you’ve finished, be…
Learning when a saxophone reed needs to be changed can take time. Even long-term players may occasionally struggle with a reed sounding off or introducing challenges into play. Still, learning the signs of when to change a reed can result in better performances most of the time. Each reed will last a different amount of…
There’s no way around it. Concert ukuleles are fun to play. But how do you know if you haven’t got your own? It’s a simple matter of looking, choosing, and of course, making that leap to buy one. Concert ukuleles have a reputation for being a child or beginner’s instrument, but just because they’re easy…
What’s better than a good drum solo within a song? It adds energy, elevating the song to new levels of excitement. There are dozens of popular songs with amazing drum solos, so here is a list of the best.