New Age Piano Playing and the Sustain Pedal
There are 3 pedals on most pianos. The one on the left dampens the strings and makes the sound come out softer. The one in the middle - I have no idea what that one does, but the one on the right - the sustain pedal - this one is... Read More
Formation of a Song (Recording)
As industry insiders, we sometimes forget that when discussing the recording process, the rest of the world really has no idea what we are talking about. Hopefully this will provide an explanation of the song formation process in layman's terms so that there may be less disconnect between the professional... Read More
The Revolution has begun - and it will not be Televised The new Artist Development Paradigm
In reflecting on the world of the Music Business in 2004, there were some very profound and dramatic changes that changed the nature of the Music Business itself. 2004 will always be remembered as the year the 'Big Five' became the 'Big Four' and don't be surprised if you're reading... Read More
Beauchamp Brings Diversity to Music
Everyone has a talent. For Miami, Okla.'s, Brian Beauchamp, it's playing music. Beauchamp who began playing guitar in 1998 while attending college at the University of Oklahoma said he first played after borrowing a guitar from his friend, Jamie Neal. He now plays rhythm guitar and is lead vocals. For... Read More
How Many Songs Are In Your Pocket?
The portable MP3 player continues to be the hot item for those who want music on the go. I was talking to a teen the other day wearing a wristwatch MP3 player she takes on her walks. She showed me how it stores & plays about 60 songs and does... Read More
Quick and Easy Violin Mute
One of the reasons I picked up the violin was because it was easier to travel with than a guitar (not that I haven't found some nice travel guitars, but that's another story). It fits in an airplane overhead and is easy to carry!However, I want to be considerate of... Read More
Just 3 Chords? No Way!
A student wrote me an email about the lesson "Ocean Dreams." Here it is:"Dear Edward, I can't believe that you're using just 3 chords for this piece. It sounds like it uses much more material. Please tell me how you did it!"Here's my answer - Dear B. First, thanks for... Read More
Protocol for Piping a Formal Dinner: A Ceremonial Guide for Highland Bagpipers
It is believed that the custom of dining in began in the monasteries, was adopted by the early universities, and later spread to military units when the officer's mess was established. British officers of the 19th century were drawn from the aristocracy, and while they considered themselves gentlemen, they were... Read More
George Winston and New Age Piano Playing
The first time I heard George Winston play back in the early 1980's I was blown away. I didn't know why I liked this music. All I knew was that it made me feel good and that was enough. I didn't even play piano back then but something about this... Read More
Review: Medications - All Your Favorite People In One Place
One of the most intriguing aspects of music is how easily it can transform one's mood. The right notes, at the right tempo, and all of a sudden, BAM! You're in a good mood. This 3 piece from Washington, DC knows exactly how to pull this off. Consisting of members... Read More
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How To Play Piano Using Chord Symbols
Chord symbols (for example, Fm7, Cmaj7 or G6) are a... Read More
How to be Creative at the Piano
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Music for Cross Cultural Accelerated Learning
The Search for the Right MusicEver since Georgi Lozonav, the... Read More
Music Licensing: The Cold Cash Facts About Money for your Music
Where music meets licensing, there's money to be made. How... Read More
Rickenbacker 4003 Electric Bass Guitar
The Rickenbacker 4003 electric bass guitar is one of the... Read More
The Downfall Of The #1 Southern Gospel Station
Back in the 90's we had a local Southern Gospel... Read More
Quick and Easy Violin Mute
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Taking iPod Culture into Clubs as Well as Cyberspace: Jonny Rocket Interviewed by The G-Man
Already making plenty of noise in the marketplace is a... Read More
If Seals Can Sing, Why Cant You?
It sounds like a side show, doesn't it? It does... Read More
RIAA Files Second Wave of Lawsuits
The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has launched a... Read More
Is Rhapsody Music Downloads Service Getting A Good Rhap?
Rhapsody music, from RealNetworks is one of several reputable legal... Read More
3 Quick & Easy Steps To Playing Music by Ear
Playing by ear is the ability to play a piece... Read More
Interview With An Up And Coming Musician From Toronto
Today, Norm Goldman, Editor of Sketchandtravel.com and Bookpleasures.com is delighted... Read More
How To Write A Song
Did you ever wish that it was your song playing... Read More
What is Music?
That's a fair question!Basically, you can call music any noise... Read More
Thomas Jefferson and the Chinese Gong
While Richard Nixon's diplomatic visit to China may have created... Read More
Formal Highland Attire: The Correct Wearing of the Kilt; the National Dress of Scotland
We don't simply wear a theatrical costume; we wear the... Read More
Spectral Muses Revisited: The Channeled Melodies of Rosemary Brown
Rosemary Brown (1916-2001) was a middle-aged South London widow, making... Read More
Creating Stark Atmospheres
One of the things New Age pianist George Winston is... Read More
Buying A Guitar
There are many things to consider when buying a new... Read More
Radio - What?s Happened To It?
Remember when radio stations played great music?OK, before you accuse... Read More
Guitar Practicing or Guitar Playing?
Just because you're holding your guitar doesn't mean that you're... Read More
How to Create Interesting Textures
A lot of new age piano music consists of repeating... Read More
Composing for Dummies
When most people hear the word composer, they automatically think... Read More
Top 7 Donts for Successful Improvisation
1. Don't try and make something happen. Trying blocks the... Read More
Choosing a Jazz Band for Your Party
In many years of arranging jazz bands for all sorts... Read More
The Dark Side of P2P File Sharing
P2P file sharing programs are free. Period. But there are... Read More
Music to Echo Your Mood
In what way do the kinds of music (rock, rap,... Read More
Does Your Band Need a Manager?
New bands looking to book gigs and establish contacts often... Read More
CD Mastering using Har-Bal
Feel free to download the entire manual detailing the mastering... Read More
Warner Music Executive Payments
"In human life, art may arise from almost any activity,... Read More
How to Use the Entire Piano Keyboard
There are 88 keys on the piano keyboard. Most pianists... Read More
5 Ways to Enjoy Your Music Files
OK, say you've got one thousand of your favorite MP3... Read More
Eminem: A Social Commentator
In an interview given to Musik Magazine in 2000, Eminem... Read More
How to Download Music From The Internet
Most of you have probably heard of the RIAA's quest... Read More
The First Step and Most Important Thing in Learning Guitar
Most of the guitar lovers playing guitar for few years... Read More
One Way to Improve Your Music Journalist Relationship
Boy, I really detest how some people do websites. Bands... Read More
Pakistani Pop Music
Pakistan is blessed with talent and when we talk about... Read More
Everything I Play Sounds the Same
Many students want to create music that has a certain... Read More
10 Ways for Unknown Musicians to Get the Word Out
When Clear Channel controls the radio and the monopoly newspaper... 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
Music Business Contacts: Music Business Registry connects artists, managers, publishers, producers &
"The difference between success and failure is information," notes Ritch... Read More
Playing The Violin Is For Everyone Who Loves Music
Every day musical instruments enrich the lives of people around... Read More
How to be Creative at the Piano
So you want to be more creative when playing piano.... Read More
Karaoke Singing
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50 Cent G Unit
His lockjaw delivery makes him look as gangsta as Marlon... Read More
Hip Hop History
Rap music originated as a cross-cultural product. Most of its... Read More
Beginner Guitar Lessons - Learn Guitar without Ever Leaving Your Home!
So, you think you'd like to learn to play guitar,... Read More
New M3 with Competition Package
The new competition package available for the BMW M3 is... Read More
Are iPods Changing the Way We Listen to Music
They're everywhere, and not only are they everywhere, they look... Read More
Top Rap Song
After months of email and posts, we've finally compiled and... Read More
Rickenbacker 4003 Electric Bass Guitar
The Rickenbacker 4003 electric bass guitar is one of the... Read More
Guitar Buying - The Pros and Cons of Vintage vs. Reissue
To most people, owning the "genuine article" is the only... Read More
The Gong - An Instrument Everyone Can Play
What exactly is a Gong?The gong is a musical instrument... Read More
Guitar Practicing or Guitar Playing?
Just because you're holding your guitar doesn't mean that you're... Read More
How To Find The Right Guitar Teacher
Finding a good teacher is not always easy, at any... Read More
Polychords and the Jazz Improviser: How to Practice & Apply Polychords to Improv
In the world of music, many Jazz improvisers and Classical... Read More
What is Music?
That's a fair question!Basically, you can call music any noise... Read More
Play Piano in the New Age Style
It's not what you play, it's how you play it.... Read More
The Piano Parent Trap!
"My 6 year old daughter really loves the piano and... Read More
Composing for Dummies
When most people hear the word composer, they automatically think... Read More
Guitar Players...Get a Balanced Guitar Practice Diet
Do you have a wide variety of things that you... Read More
Win Friends & Influence People Through Music -- Is It Possible?
The idea that studying music improves the social development of... Read More
Music and Healing: The Power of Meaningful Words and Music
We All Have a Favorite Piece of Music that Moves... Read More
Piano Lessons For Adults: More Fun, Easier, & Faster Than Piano Lessons For Kids
Piano lessons for adults is generally LOTS more fun than... Read More
Adults Can Learn to Play the Piano Too
Are you well past puberty and have always had a... Read More
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