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.
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…
Learning to play a musical instrument is not easy. It doesn’t matter what instruments you choose to learn, getting good at an instrument requires time, patience, commitment and practice. That said, it’s also super fun and rewarding! There is no better feeling than mastering a part, jamming with friends, or writing a full song. Music…
Want to know how to play the keyboard but haven’t got any experience yet? No problem, as today we’re going to look at the first steps you’ll need to take to start playing the correct way. So you’ve bought a good keyboard. Learning the keyboard is a great foundation for learning other instruments in the…
As a professional musician, I am lucky to be able to work with professional singers quite often. These musicians have a tough job. Using your voice every day is exhausting, and the market for getting gigs as a singer is different than the market for getting gigs as a side musician. That said, it’s absolutely…
The better you get at your instrument, the more you realize how bad you are at keeping time. Having a great sense of time and feel is one of the most important and deceivingly difficult parts of working on your instrument. Some instruments, like drums and bass, lend themselves towards working on timekeeping a lot….
If there’s one thing most musicians yearn for, it’s natural musicality: being able to play exactly what they want. It’s that element that distinguishes a music student from a musician. Believe it or not, everyone can develop this natural musicality. The secret to unlocking it lies in the practice of ear training. Ear training provides…
Have you ever transcribed a musician’s part in a song, only to find out that it’s very simple and uses many of the same techniques and scales that you already know? It can be frustrating trying to figure out what makes great musicians sound so good. There are may things that make great musicians great,…
Whether or not you read music, knowing what a time signature is and differentiating between different time signatures is hugely important when you’re learning and writing songs. Have you ever been tapping along to a song and been thrown off? You’re groovin’ out on 2 & 4 and suddenly your foot is tapping in a…
Keeping a regular practice schedule is hard. I’m one of those people who genuinely loves to practice, and I still find it hard to keep up a regular schedule. Life, work, and business get in the way far too often – it’s important to take a step back and realize that ultimately what you’re aiming…
Are you looking for a way to kick up your practice game? At times practice can feel stagnant and progress futile. But if you start recording yourself regularly, your practice will be forever changed. Over the years I have had many teachers tell me to record myself and listen back, but it took a while…