Want to learn a musical instrument? While it’d be impossible to walk you through everything in written how to articles, we can give you some top tips and tricks to improve your playing ability. Have a look as we already cover a number of instruments below.
Have you bought a guitar, but found yourself unsure of where to begin your studies? One of the first things you should do as a beginner is to get some chords under your fingers. You’ll be surprised at the number of songs that can be played just by using some simple chord shapes. The following…
There is perhaps no better time than the present moment for somebody to learn the guitar. Technological advancements have allowed for the guitar to be learned in much more convenient ways than in the past. One way to learn the guitar is to use various apps and programs. You can bet that there is quite…
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…
Xylophones, glockenspiels, marimbas, vibraphones, xylorimbas and marimbaphones are basically all considered members of the percussion family of instruments. So, what exactly is the difference? Why is there a need for so many instruments that serve the same basic function? In this guide, we’ll take a closer look at each of these percussion instruments. What Is…
Whether playing brass instruments is in your family tradition or you’ve just picked up the hobby for fun or in band class, the trumpet is one of the most popular choices for brass players. As you do a little research on your brass instrument, you will discover that there are in fact two popular choices…
In this article we’re going to look at how to use a metronome for beginners. Regardless of what instrument you play – guitar, bass, drums, piano or otherwise – it’s important to develop a good sense of timing and rhythm. After all, music is made up of three elements – melody, harmony and rhythm. There…
Categorization helps us understand the difference between different people, objects, events, locations, situations and more. It’s the same way with instruments. Virtually every instrument you can think of, whether it’s the euphonium or harpsichord, belongs to a specific family of instruments. Some types of instrument include stringed, wind, percussion, woodwind, brass wind, free-reed aerophone and…
There are many types of instruments out there. Someone who plays an instrument is generally known as an instrumentalist, or simply a “player”. But as you likely know, there is more than one instrument out there, and practically every instrumentalist has a unique term associated with them, such as “pianist” or “guitarist”. That’s what we’re…
There are many types of keyboards out there, from keytars to mellotrons. But did you know that there is a type of keyboard you blow into? You probably do, and that’s likely why you’re here. Question: What Is The Name Of The Keyboard You Blow Into? Answer: A melodica. A melodica is a free-reed instrument….
So you’ve heard the word coda, and know it’s music related, but aren’t quite sure of the meaning. Well in this article, we’re going to look at exactly what that is, how coda works and more. What Is Coda In Music? So what is coda in music? While you’ll find many technical definitions of the…
Looking for a quality harmonica? Whether you’re a beginner, pro, blues player or singer-songwriter, there are plenty of products to choose from. But for the most part, there are only a few brands that have the market cornered because of the quality of instruments they make. So, let’s look at the best harmonicas in a…
What is the hardest instrument to learn as an adult or child? This is what we’ll share with you today! To become a master at any instrument is going to take a lot of dedication and persistence, regardless of which one you choose to learn. We’ve already looked at the easiest instruments to learn, now…
You’re likely here because you’re wondering what a metronome is. Well not only am I going to let you know, but I’ll also give you a lot of other important metronome related information which you’ll need for your music playing. So read on for all the details. What Is A Metronome? In its simplest form,…
Music can be a lot of fun. And, if you want your child to stay in lessons, as much as possible, you should effort to keep it that way. That’s the great thing about drums. You don’t need to be good at drumming to bang on them and make cool sounds. The appeal to a…
There was a time when recording studios had to purchase multiple keyboards and pianos so they could have access to as many different sounds as possible. And by no means was this cheap. With technological advancements in Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), VST plugins, and MIDI controllers, it has fast gotten to the point where the…