Power Words How to Make Your Song Lyrics StrongerPower words are words that instantly convey a picture. They are a must for songwriters and poets or all writers for that matter. Learn more about them... ....
What All Do I Have to Know to be a Really Good Piano PlayerMany students ask me a question that goes something like this:
"What all do I have to know to be a really good piano player?" The answer is multi-facited and depends largely on the motivation and talent of the individual. ....
Five Great Practice Ideas I Learned From My Piano StudentsSometimes the teacher learns more from the student than the student does from the teacher. Hopefully, not too often, but today I would like to share with you some great practicing ideas that have come from my piano students over the years. ....
Mp3s The Future of MusicMp3 music is audio file that has been digitally encoded and compressed to make the amount of data smaller without compromising the overall sound quality. Because of it's portability, it promises to be the future of music. ....
Can You Really Learn To Play a Musical Instrument From an Online CourseOut of the 250 million people in the United States, about 25 million of them play an instrument of some kind, or at least used to when they were in school and would like to pick up where they left off. Another 30 million or so sing in a church choir, ....
How Many Guitar Chords Do I Need To KnowMost simple songs contain just 3 chords called "primary chords". So even a stark beginner can learn 3 simple note groups well enough to strum along and accompany himself as he sings. But after that, the sky is the limit; there are thousands of possib ....
How To Benefit From MusicThe combination of young minds and the music evokes joy and hope. Unlike the people who have earned gray hair, the music of young people serves as a reminder to the fact that nothing is impossible. ....
I Like It, But Is It MusicAre you frustrated when you try to explain your taste in music? Fortunately, one of the benefits of learning a musical instrument is a better understanding of your own musical taste. Learn to play an instrument, and soon you will be able to discuss ....
Learn a Musical Instrument, Prepare for a CareerFrom education to video games, there are careers available for those who happen to have a background in music which the rest of us never see. Each of these fields requires time and study for proficiency, but they represent a career path that is nonex ....
To Make Your Kids More Successful, Teach Them MusicBesides being a sure way to become the life of the party, learning to play an instrument can make your children smarter, better adjusted, and better equipped to adopt a position of leadership in a diverse world. ....
Can You Become a Boogie Man or Boogie LadyBoogie music, also known as boogie woogie, is a genre of piano-heavy music particular to America in the 1940s and 50s. ....
Exciting Improvising How to Make Up Music Out Of Your Head As You PlayImprovisation (also known as improvising) is the act of making something up as you go along -- an act with which we all have a little experience. ....
Finding Online Guitar LessonsFind online guitar lessons, mp3 and video guitar lessons, and guitar tablature. ....
10 Actions To Take *NOW* To Triple CD $ales OvernightMusicians learn ten actions that can triple their music sales. ....
Using a MP3 Player to Learn Songs on GuitarHow can you use an Ipod or MP3 Player to learn a song on guitar faster? I asked myself that question a few weeks back, and started to learn ways I can implement my two favorite toys, my guitar and my MP3 player. ....
How To Play Music By EarFor most, the idea of playing a musical instrument can be baffling from the start. Especially if you have never played a musical instrument in your life! Even if you do not have musical instrument, you can always begin with voice. Piano is excellent ....
A Brief History of Epiphone GuitarsEpiphone instruments have their roots in Greece ever since the late 1800s. The guitars quickly became a main competitor for Gibson. Now, they are considered a division of Gibson, though they still maintain their own original line. ....
A Brief History of ESP GuitarsESP guitars had their beginnings in Japan in 1975. Now they are a dynamic and expanding company with an impressive list of artists playing their guitars. Their list of guitar models is also extensive. ....
A Brief History of B.C. Rich GuitarsExcept for a brief stint with another manufacturer, B.C. Rich guitars are known for being well made and innovative. They have a loyal following of players and artists who enjoy the sound and quality. ....
A Brief History of Dean GuitarsDean guitars are a favorite amongst professionals and new players alike. People play these guitars for their durability, the sound, and the unique body structure. When you play a Dean, you are serious about playing the electrical guitar. ....
A Brief History of Ibanez GuitarsIbanez, originally called the Hoshino Gakki Company, began manufacturing guitars in 1935. Original guitars were copies of classic styles put out by companies such as Gibson and Fender. Now, they have a style all their own and are endorsed by some of ....
A Brief History of Paul Reed Smith GuitarsPaul Reed Smith started building guitars while in college and for the months after college. He started off by convincing artists to try his guitars and critique them. Carlos Santana was one such artist and he was so impressed, he introduced Smith to ....
Marketing In The New Business Vol. 3Use the power of the press release to make your music "newsworthy". ....
A Brief History of Martin Acoustic GuitarsMartin Guitars had their beginnings in 1833 but the story begins in Germany with the birth of Christian Frederick Martin. When Martin was 15 he traveled to Austria to apprentice with a skilled guitar maker. He eventually moved to the United States an ....
A Brief History of Parker GuitarsParker Guitars is a fairly new company. It was started in the early 90s by Ken Parker, an experienced luthier. His first model, the Fly, was developed after speaking with multiple guitar players about what they liked and disliked about their instrume ....
A Brief History of Alvarez GuitarsAlvarez Acoustic guitars are well made and possess a rich tone only possible when something is handmade. They have a variety of models of acoustic guitar that appeal to rock players, folk players, and even classic players. They also have a list of ar ....
A Brief History of Breedlove GuitarsKim Breedlove has been making guitars since the mid 70 s, but the company was founded in 1990. They craft high quality acoustic guitars and mandolins and have a variety of styles that appeal to a wide range of players. ....
A Brief History of Schecter GuitarsSchecter Guitar Research is a company that started in 1989. They manufacture guitars both in South Korea and in California and offer a custom guitar feature in addition to their regular line. They hold a favor with hard rock and metal artists but als ....
A Brief History of Washburn GuitarsWashburn Guitars had their start in 1883 near Maxwell Street, which is the home of the Delta Blues. Now, they boast a diverse line of guitars and an impressive list of professional artists who play the guitars. They also made some important innovatio ....
A Brief History of Fender GuitarsFenderŪ pretty much had its beginnings in 1938 when Leo Fender opened a repair shop. In 1946, he started manufacturing instruments. Now, Fender is one of the premier manufacturing companies out there. ....
