How To Write A Song
Did you ever wish that it was your song playing on the radio? It could be. It is not that hard once you know the formula. With a little creativity, a little knowledge, a little luck and a good formula to follow, your song could be one of the next... Read More
Suzuki Violin Vs Traditional Violin
The Suzuki violin method has come to dominate the way violin is taught in America and throughout much of the world. Mention the Suzuki violin method to music educators, and you will get a variety of responses. While it is common for some teachers to mix elements of Suzuki violin... Read More
The Bagpipe and Its History
You may have heard that bagpipes are a Scottish invention; you may have heard that they are an Irish invention. The truth (of course) is neither one. The bagpipe was invented in ancient Samaria, in Israel. The Bible mentions the instrument in the book of Daniel chapter 3, where it... Read More
Jazzing Up Your Leadership Style
I met New York jazzman Tim Armacost in college almost 25 years ago, at a time when we were both grappling not only with what careers we ought to pursue, but with what kind of adults we wanted to become. Tim comes from an illustrious family, boasting more than its... Read More
6 Tips for Organizing Your Music Files
If you're a digital music fan, you probably have problems organizing your music file collection. For me, I used to have hundreds of MP3 files lumped in one folder in my hard drive. Can you imagine the pain I had to go through to find one specific tune to listen... Read More
A Brief History of Gongs
The gong is one of the oldest musical instruments in the world. Archaeologists have unearthed gongs built almost four thousand years ago. No wonder when we hear a gong we feel like we are being touched in our soul.The earliest written mention of the gong was in China in the... Read More
Radio - What?s Happened To It?
Remember when radio stations played great music?OK, before you accuse me of sounding like your dad, I'll rephrase that. Remember when radio stations played an exciting variety of music and artists and you never knew what they would play and when?Well my friends if you do remember that, you've probably... Read More
Songs Await Singer
I Want To Grow Old With You (C)Chorus: I want to grow old with you... I want to still be there Someday, to share These things that we go through... We'll sit and rock And get to talk Of crazy things we did "When I was young and you were... Read More
Rhapsody Music Downloads Part II - A pleasant experience?
Welcome back to Part II of Rhapsody Music Downloads! I hope you took an opportunity to enjoy the first week of your two-week trial. Must have been a joy to stream and download online music by the truckloads. Now...you did take the liberty to utilize the free trial, didn't you??In... Read More
Throat Singing In Inuit Culture
Originally, Inuit throat singing was a form of entertainment among Inuit women while the men were away on hunting trips. It was an activity that was primarily done by Inuit women although there have been some men doing it as well. In the Inuit language Inuktitut, throat singing is called... Read More
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Flaming Guitars! Minarik Fuels The Excitement Of A New Generation Of Musicians
Celebrating an endorsement between G-Man Music and the fiery axe-makers... Read More
Learn to Play the Piano
Rocket Piano is a very professionally done piano lesson package.... Read More
What All Do I Have to Know to be a Really Good Piano Player?
Many students ask me a question that goes something like... Read More
How to Create a Multi-artistic Piece - Part II
In the last article, the creation of a theme, its... Read More
How to Find Musical Ideas
The Russian Composer Igor Stravinsky once said: " A good... Read More
Say Something
The music of Rush influences and inspires, at least that's... Read More
How To Play Guitar Like a Pro!
Having taught the guitar for many years, I see the... Read More
Playing The Violin Is For Everyone Who Loves Music
Every day musical instruments enrich the lives of people around... Read More
Dont Go Tubthumping
I have always had a big problem with my addiction... Read More
Shut Up And Sing
What is it with these performers and their politics? Do... Read More
A Dying Cat And A Nylon String Guitar
"Music isn't just learning notes and playing them, you learn... Read More
Review: The Dissociatives - Self Titled
In 1994 Daniel Johns and his group Silverchair were catapulted... Read More
Health and Beauty Tips for Your Brass: Keep It Shiny!
Did you know that the health and beauty of your... Read More
Right-Hand Techniques for New Age Piano
Recently, I had a student ask me to offer some... Read More
Composing George Winston Style
If you're a fan of New Age piano, no doubt... Read More
Just 3 Chords? No Way!
A student wrote me an email about the lesson "Ocean... Read More
Music Business Contacts: Music Business Registry connects artists, managers, publishers, producers &
"The difference between success and failure is information," notes Ritch... Read More
Canadian Stars: The Marble Index and the Waking Eyes
Canadian Indie bands are dominating the music scene and it... Read More
How Many Chords Are There, Anyway?
Since chords (the main component of harmony) are one of... Read More
Top 50 Music Quotations
Discover the phenomenonal complexity of music and reflect on the... Read More
10 Ways for Unknown Musicians to Get the Word Out
When Clear Channel controls the radio and the monopoly newspaper... Read More
Musicians: What Chords Do You Absolutely, Positively Have To Know?
As you probably know, there are thousands and thousands of... Read More
Legend Vega Releasing New Pop CD
Legend Vega is scheduled to release her newest CD this... Read More
Bluegrass Music - Alive and Well in the Appalachians
One of the Appalachian Mountain region's greatest contributions to the... Read More
Reaching For The Soul Zone
Every searching artist wants to get there. It's that magical... Read More
Writing Hit Songs
There are a lot of factors to writing a hit... Read More
What is Piano GHD Syndrome?
Do you remember the movie, Groundhog Day? In this wonderful... Read More
Building Your Digital Music Collection
The previous two Tech Tips took a look at eight... Read More
Why New Musicians (Rappers) Fail: Three Reasons and Solutions
Despite the title of this article, the purpose of it... Read More
Beginner Guitar Tips: How to Get a Feel
"I don't like to go into the studio with all... Read More
The First The American Idol Kelly Clarkson
There is a lot more to the story that meets... Read More
Warner Music Executive Payments
"In human life, art may arise from almost any activity,... Read More
The Piano Parent Trap!
"My 6 year old daughter really loves the piano and... Read More
Avoiding Injuries When Playing Guitar
To avoid any sort of injuries when playing guitar a... Read More
Review: Medications - All Your Favorite People In One Place
One of the most intriguing aspects of music is how... Read More
Its Jewish Music, But Is The Music Jewish?
A while back I was driving along the Jerusalem highway... Read More
New Age Piano and Improvisation
There are so many areas in life where one must... Read More
Play Piano in the New Age Style
It's not what you play, it's how you play it.... Read More
Social Networking and Music: MySpace Puts It All Together in a Virtual Community
Today's music fan interacts with a "community" that is far... Read More
Story of 50 Cent
G-Units 50 Cent , was born 6th of July 1976... Read More
Alternative Sales Sources for Your Music
Following, is a list of alternative sources that may be... Read More
A Guitar Lesson To Help You Test Your Note Knowledge
In this guitar lesson we look at a great way... Read More
Paint Your Own Musical Landscapes!
I don't know why, but I find the idea of... Read More
Killer Piano Playing Secrets of a Chord Addict!
I wish you could have seen me play the piano... Read More
Play Too Loud And Well Cut The Power!
"Turn it down!"How often have you heard that command in... Read More
Reaching For The Soul Zone
Every searching artist wants to get there. It's that magical... Read More
Pakistani Pop Music
Pakistan is blessed with talent and when we talk about... Read More
Interested in Improving the Sound of Your Stereo? Consider Records
Introduced in 1982, the compact disc was intended to provide... Read More
Music & Citizenship: Can Playing a Musical Instrument Help Your Child Become a Better Citizen?
Disregard the popular image of rappers with their ghetto blasters,... Read More
3 Secrets To Understanding What Makes Music Tick
It's no secret that virtually everyone loves music in some... Read More
Review: Coheed and Cambria - Second Stage Turbine Blade
Ever wonder what would happen if you mixed the progressive... Read More
Would Chopin Have Passed A Music Quiz?
Q. My children are very interested in playing music. Is... Read More
An Interview with Jon Bon Jovi ? 100,000,000 Bon Jovi Fans Cant Be Wrong
The idea originated with singer Jon Bon Jovi. Jon kept... Read More
New Age Music - What Is It Good For?
Let's face it. The world will not end if there... Read More
The Strange Days (mostly nights) of Guns N? Roses
Kenny "Axil" Rose (Lead vocals), D.J. "Slash (Lead guitar), Joshua... Read More
Getting the Best Performance From Your Artist
So now you've decided to record your songs. Good for... Read More
Les Paul Vintage Gibson Guitars
Les Paul vintage Gibson guitars were first produced in 1952.... Read More
They Laughed When I Sat Down at the Piano... but When I Started to Play...
Remember the old ad that used to run endlessly in... Read More
Surf Waves With Jack Johnson
Lately I've been listening to some pretty cool music by... Read More
Creating Within Limits
When I first started playing the piano I wanted to... Read More
How to Buy an Electric Guitar
For most of us, making any major purchase, such as... Read More
Benatar and Geraldo - Still Rockin on a High Note
Most people look forward to the summer months because they... Read More
If Setting The Gain Correctly is So Important, Why Dont Mic Preamplifiers Have Meters?
When you first learn how to use a mixing console,... Read More
Vintage Guitar Collectors Can Still Find Deals
If you're a recent vintage guitar collector, the stories you've... Read More
Guitar Practicing or Guitar Playing?
Just because you're holding your guitar doesn't mean that you're... Read More
How to Organise a Gig or a Live Music Event - the Budget
Three times in the last month I've been asked the... Read More
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