Music Articles
It is often said that 'music has the charms to soothe a savage beast', and certainly there are a great number of musical greats to please the masses. Yet for many, the need to uncover an hitherto unheard of artist is something that excites and inspires.
Thu, 30 Oct 2008: Understanding Shaman Drums And The Role They Play In Native Culture
Maybe you are like me when I first started hearing about the symbolic meaning of Native American drums, and have only a vague idea of what the Shamans drum is.
Thu, 30 Oct 2008: What Type Of Piano Is The Easiest To Start Off On?
It's extremely difficult for anyone to determine exactly what piano will be the easiest for any beginner to start off playing. A beginning piano player will play any variety of piano exactly how he or she is taught to play it.
Wed, 29 Oct 2008: Wah Pedals, Fuzz Boxes And Graphics Equalisers
Electric guitars are instruments which, unlike most others, use a wide range of extra tools and features to manipulate and affect the sound created. In this article we look at some of these extra features.
Wed, 29 Oct 2008: Time Based Sound Effects For Electric Guitar
There are a number of time based effects which can be employed whilst playing electric guitar. In this article we look at three popular effects: slap, echo, and feedback.
Wed, 29 Oct 2008: Modulation Effects For Electric Guitar
Modulation is a strange work that seems to be somewhat mysterious to the uninitiated. In this article we look at one particular modulation effect and how it began, before digital manipulation.
Sun, 26 Oct 2008: Count Basie - the Count of Piano Jazz
One of the all time greats of jazz is William "Count" Basie. He was an American jazz pianist, bandleader, and composer. Widely regarded as one of the most important jazz bandleaders of his time, Basie led his popular Count Basie Orchestra for almost 50 years.
Sat, 25 Oct 2008: The Story of "Joy To The World"
Set to a score adapted from George Frederick Handel's "The Messiah," Joy to the World has taken its place permanently in the hearts of both Christian and secular society. This Christmas hymn remains a favorite no modern church would dare exclude during the holiday season.
Wed, 22 Oct 2008: The Song From Heaven: The Story of the Great Christmas Carol "Silent Night"
It was a 'Silent Night' indeed when this beloved song was first composed. If not for a broken pipe organ, the world likely would have been without its most popular Christmas carol.
Thu, 16 Oct 2008: What is Musical Syncopation And How Does It Work?
One of the most common music forms of musical syncopation is in ragtime music where the melody is often syncopated and the bass line isn't. Think of the music of Scot Joplin, and the memorable strains of "The Entertainer" and you've got a great example of syncopated music.
Thu, 16 Oct 2008: What Piano Method Does Your Piano Teacher Use?
Learning to play the piano is about more than learning the names of notes. Students and parents have a variety of different piano methods to choose from. All teach the basics of playing piano. The differences lie in their respective emphases and their suitability for particular age groups and learning styles.
Wed, 15 Oct 2008: How To Get Started In Beginning Piano Lessons
Maybe you've always wanted to learn to play the piano but never had the opportunity. Perhaps you're a parent with a child who has expressed interest in the piano. The question is: where do you begin? How to start depends on your age and your goals.
Wed, 15 Oct 2008: The Importance Of Design In The Popularity Of Bass Guitars
Bass guitars were often the rather dowdy instruments hidden at the back of a stage, but with a little help from mother nature, these instruments have gained massive popularity - as a result from their visual appeal as much as their musical capabilities.
Wed, 15 Oct 2008: Digital Piano: Choosing the Right One
By giving the pianos a proper test run and prioritizing the features for yourself, you will be able to find the perfect digital piano.
Mon, 13 Oct 2008: How To Make Good Analog Music Recordings - some Tips from Moritz Illner
A short interview with Moritz Illner, founder of Duoponic. We asked him some questions about the vinyl manufacturing process.
Mon, 13 Oct 2008: Oscar Peterson - Jazz Pianist Extraordinary
One of the most influential players of jazz that the world has known, Oscar Emmanuel Peterson was born on the 15th of August, 1925 in Little Burgundy, Montreal. He is considered the dean of jazz piano players by most fans and critics.
Sat, 11 Oct 2008: Marian McPartland: The Grand Lady Of Jazz Piano
A born child prodigy, Marian Portland started playing the piano at the age of three. She is formally trained in both the violin and the piano. Marian McPartland's Piano Jazz radio program on which she interviews jazz pianists and plays duets with them is on National Public Radio and has been a favorite of jazz lovers for decades.
Fri, 10 Oct 2008: How To Play The Piano WIth Just Two Simple Chords
A lesson for beginning musicians on how to play full songs by understanding just two chords.
Fri, 10 Oct 2008: Do Music & Presidential Politics Mix? You Bet!
People were surprised to learn that the former President, Bill Clinton, plays the saxophone. But, several other Presidents of the United States of American were musically gifted as well, such as Harry Truman and Richard Nixon, both of whom played the piano.
Fri, 10 Oct 2008: Majorca And All That Jazz
Cheap flights, a sunshine holiday, and ten months of jazz music.
There's never been a better time for jazz fans to visit Majorca.
Thu, 9 Oct 2008: Top Five Bands Beginning With B
A number of essential bands' names begin with the letter B, prompting me to point readers in the direction of just a small selection of accessible and unforgettable groups in this category.
Mon, 6 Oct 2008: Top Five Bands Beginning With A
The first in a series of articles brings music fans a listed of recommended rock, indie, punk and metal bands to look out for and reminisce over. And what better place to start than by recommending five essential bands and artists beginning with the letter A.
Mon, 6 Oct 2008: Lessons In Guitar Playing, Made Easier To Find
Looking at how people can improve their musical talents by looking online.
Sun, 5 Oct 2008: 4 Practical Strategies To Take Your Piano Playing To The Next Level
4 practical tips and strategies for musicians who want to take their playing to the next level!
Fri, 3 Oct 2008: What To Put On Your Band's Demo CD
So many musicians go unnoticed with unpolished music. This article will help your recording get noticed by more people.
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