To Compose Music, First Learn To Improvise
by kevin03.One of the greatest motivators of learning to play an instrument for most people is the thought of being able to compose their own music, to take their talent to a new level, and use their music to express their inner feelings. The first step to take...
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Unlimited PSP Downloads ... Is it a Myth ?
by cherry.The PSP is a machine which is a great source of entertainment for you and your family. This is a machine where you can not only play games but also play music, movies; browse the internet and store vital digital data. It is not necessary that you alw...
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How to See Through Notes in Music
by duaneshinn.Over the years I have been a piano teacher I have had many people call or write me and ask me something like this:"I play by ear, or by chords, but lots of music doesn't have chord symbols written in -- how do I know what chord to play when?""Our hym...
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The Emergence of Portable Media Players - iPod
iPod is a brand of portable media players that is designed and marketed by Apple and was launched on October 23, 2001. Since October 2004, iPod sales have dominated the market for digital music players in the United States. Devices in the iPod range ...
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New Red Hot Chili Peppers CD Sizzles
by j_hardcastle89.The Red Hot Chili Peppers are a band that has transcended the scope of pop culture , adapting to new trends while still maintaining their original funk-based style. Playing music for nearly two decades, the Chili Peppers show an unrepentant strength ...
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3 Keys to Maximizing Your Drum Skills
by dnb700.There are many ways to increase the quality of your drumming and they can all be summarized into these 3 vital keys... 1. Develop ConfidenceMany wanna-be musicians will choose the drums because they are shy and want to remain in the background (that...
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Crossing the Musical Generation Gap
by kenhassman.Twice now, in the past year, I have packed my Martin acoustic guitar, headed over to two different friends houses where, in each house, there was a 14 year old guitar player. In one case it was a 14 year old girl, the other a 14 year old boy. The gir...
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Piano Lesson: II-V-I Progressions In C Major
by Capotasto.Let me give you some easy progressions that will help you in your improvisational piano playing!What is a progression?A progression is a set of chords played consecutively. Generally, successive chords in a chord progression share some notes, which p...
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Will Dead Sara Wake Up LA Music?
by RonPowers.I was so impressed by Dead Sara's last performance at the Whisky a Go Go, that I thought I would catch them again. (Could I be right? Is Dead Sara LA's next gem?)So I went to the Knitting Factory, Saturday, February 3, 2007, but I didn't get there un...
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Tips for Buying an Antique Accordion
by mter9248.Thinking about a purchase of an antique accordion? If so, then you should note first that there are some helpful steps to consider when buying an antique accordion. Few of them are mentioned below.Examine the Carrying CaseWhen you purchase an antiq...
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Is DADGAD Tuning Cheating?
by kenhassman.The first time I heard a guitar player playing in DADGAD tuning, I thought I was listening to an extraordinarily talented guitar player. Not only was the music he made beautiful, but the overtones and sustain produced by his guitar had me swooning. I...
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Quick Vocal Warm Ups that Work Wonders
If you've ever had a recording session early in the morning (many of you who are on-air talent will identify with this), you've really got to warm up those pipes to sound professional and alert.Coming from a classical singing background and years of ...
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A First For West End Theatre
by martind.Never before has a show attracted so much media hype as The Sound Of Music, coupled with the TV show How do you solve a problem like Maria? that searched for the leading role of Maria Rainer. A role so loving portrayed by Julie Andrews in the equival...
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How To Be A Good Singer
by ChrisChew.There many methods to be a good singer. Most singing teachers actually invent their own singing system and methodology to teach their singing students. Each method and singing technique will usually include vocal exercises, singing techniques, skills...
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Duran Duran - From Past To Present
by nickrauge.When people mention music of the 80's, there is one band name that almost always comes to mind-Duran Duran. Although the band has enjoyed success over nearly three decades, they are still referred to as an 80's band due much in part to the success o...
